Gaylord, Michigan
Treetops Premier packs Tom Fazio’s only Michigan design into a dramatic, rolling resort routing. Expect panoramic views, compelling elevation changes, and greens that keep you thinking from start to finish.
Between rounds, drop by the scenic overlook near the first tee—it's the best spot for a sweeping view of Treetops’ vast forested landscape.
The Premier Course at Treetops marries Tom Fazio’s modern flair with dramatic Northern Michigan topography for a round that’s equal parts challenge and fun. Fairways ripple through forested ridges, landing zones invite bold angles, and every green demands exacting strategy. Elevation changes sculpt tee shots and approaches, while forgiving corridors balance the course’s more heroic tests, creating a dynamic blend that satisfies both single-digit players and adventurous resort guests.
Fazio’s only Michigan course — every shot exhibits his risk-and-reward creativity, tucked into a highland setting just made for memorable golf.
A par 5 that emphasizes the strategy-first DNA of Premier. The tee shot threads a wide corridor, but the real test lies in navigating undulating fairway slopes and planning your approach against the steep ridge up to the green.
Lay up to your best angle for attacking a challenging green; avoid the temptation to bite off too much with your second.
Miss the fairway and uneven lies or awkward slopes will force defensive plays on the approach.
Premium resort conditions with well-maintained fairways and fast, nuanced greens.
Pace is relaxed, ideal for savoring the hill country views; expect a full round in peak season.
Uplifting, with a convivial resort atmosphere catering to buddies' trips and serious players alike.
Standard resort golf attire required; collared shirts, soft spikes, no denim.
Walking can be strenuous; make sure to hydrate and consider a cart unless you relish climbing.
Premier’s short par 4s and rolling fairways mean creative wedge shots set up scoring chances.
Spend extra time on the putting and chipping green—quick and sloped surfaces require touch.
Northern Michigan weather can shift—bring extra layers for rapidly changing conditions.
Premier Course opens as Fazio's only Michigan design
Golf Digest ranks Premier in Michigan's top 5
Ranked No. 23 best in Michigan by Golf Digest
Hosts Golfweek National Pro Golfers Tour Great Lakes Open
Golfweek ranks Premier top 5 in Michigan again
Tree-removal project to restore shot options
Tom Fazio’s singular Michigan signature lives here, making Premier a bucket-list round for fans of his artistry. The course is purpose-built for a dynamic modern resort experience, but every tee shot whispers the pedigree.
Premier’s routing leaps across natural ridges and valleys, using the sloping Northern Michigan landscape to full visual and strategic effect. Expect panoramic vantage points and rollercoaster momentum on both nines.
Repeat players know: Premier’s greens are the x-factor. Subtle slopes, wild contours, and nuanced run-offs change the complexion of each approach shot, demanding true thought and artistry with wedges and putter.
When asked about the signature hole, Fazio simply said, 'All of them!' His philosophy shows in a routing that resists formula and rewards smart play from start to finish.
Tom Fazio himself declared there wasn’t a single ‘signature hole’—he considered them all candidates.
Premier’s greens stimulate the imagination with complex slopes and strategic placements.
The course regularly appears in Michigan’s top 5 public-access rankings.
Dramatic elevation changes define the routing, especially on back-nine par 4s and 5s.
Treetops’s name traces to Robert Trent Jones Sr. marveling at the view over endless treetops.
Highland vistas and engaging routing just minutes from Treetops.
Resort golf with contrasting valley and upland holes.
Arguably Michigan's most visually dramatic public-access course.
A classic club with deep Michigan golf history.
Another strong on-site test with elite terrain variety.
Book your stay at Treetops Resort for the easiest access to all 81 holes and a relaxed trip hub.
Courses with the most similar DNA profile — matched by deviation shape across all eight playing characteristics.
Why it matches: There is real overlap here. Augusta National Golf Club a comparable balance of challenge, variety, and character, making it a compelling counterpart to Treetops Resort Premier Course.
Why it matches: If Treetops Resort Premier Course is your kind of course, CapRock Ranch is worth a look because it a comparable balance of challenge, variety, and character.
Why it matches: What links these two? A comparable balance of challenge, variety, and character — a familiar feeling, expressed in Sleepy Hollow Country Club's own setting.
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