Opening Day–May 13 and September 27–End of Season
| THE BEAR | THE WOLVERINE | |
|---|---|---|
| Wkd. | Wkd. | |
| RESORT GUEST | 85 | 85 |
| OUTSIDE GUEST | 95 | 95 |
| TWILIGHT* (2:30PM) | 55 | 55 |
Who designed the Bear Golf Course in Traverse City?
Jack Nicklaus
The Bear’s name is a tribute to its designer, Jack Nicklaus, whose trademark blonde hair earned him the nickname “the Golden Bear.” Born in 1940, Jack Nicklaus is a legend both as a player and a course designer. His competitive career spanned five decades, including 18 professional major championship titles.
Who built the Bear Golf Course?
Earlier this year, residents of the exclusive Bear’s Club community, built by golf great Jack Nicklaus, overwhelmingly approved a measure pitched as giving homeowners more control over their Jupiter community.
What county is Grand Traverse Resort in?
Grand Traverse Resort And Spa, Grand Traverse County/Acme, MI.
Who owns Grand Traverse?
We are proudly owned and operated by the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians, a sovereign nation and federally recognized Native American tribe in Northern Michigan. Learn more about the tribe’s history, culture, and initiatives here.
Is LochenHeath public?
LochenHeath opened in 2001 as a semi-private public course. It went completely private in 2004 after being purchased by Pinnacle Arizona Development Partners, but the company went bankrupt in 2008.
What county is Acme MI in?
Grand Traverse County
Acme/Counties
Who built Grand Traverse Resort?
developer Paul Nine
Detroit developer Paul Nine opened Grand Traverse Resort in 1980 after years of fund-raising and construction. The largest resort in a mainly rural area, it drew raves from Mobil (four stars) and AAA (four diamonds).
How tall is the Grand Traverse Resort?
220 ft
Tallest buildings in Acme
| # | Building | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grand Traverse Resort Hotel | 220 ft |
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Is LochenHeath open to public?
Why is this Michigan golf course called the bear?
This is northern Michigan golf at its finest. The Bear’s name is a tribute to its designer, Jack Nicklaus, whose trademark blonde hair earned him the nickname “the Golden Bear.” Born in 1940, Jack Nicklaus is a legend both as a player and a course designer.
Why choose Grand Traverse Resort and spa for your golf experience?
Through the years, publications like Golf Digest, Golf Magazine, and Links Magazine have recognized Grand Traverse Resort and Spa as one of the Midwest’s finest golf experiences. Get the inside scoop on golf with us in this recent Michigan Golf Live segment. If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device. Full screen is unavailable.
What are the toughest golf courses in Michigan?
Celebrated as one of the toughest 18 holes in Michigan, The Bear was ranked as the 18th toughest course in America, according to Golf Digest. This beautiful course offers the best of Traverse City golf and regularly stands out as a top golf course in Michigan.
