Southeast Michigan
Golf Courses

Consistently rated the best public golf course in Southeast Michigan and one of the top public courses in the state. Shepherd's Hollow features 27 holes routed through natural terrain with significant elevation changes and mature tree lines. The combination of great design and well-maintained conditions makes it a cut above most public options in the region.

A bold, dramatic layout with serious elevation changes and some of the most memorable holes in Oakland County. Devil's Ridge isn't a subtle course — it's designed to challenge and surprise you. If you like courses with character and teeth, this one delivers. A step up from your average daily fee course and worth the drive to Oxford.

A well-regarded public course that punches above its weight class. Fieldstone offers solid conditions, a fair but interesting layout, and a location that makes it convenient for golfers across Oakland and Macomb counties. Not a flashy course, but consistently reliable — the kind of place you come back to because it never lets you down.

A longtime favorite among golfers in the western Oakland and Washtenaw corridor. Salem Hills features a classic layout with tree-lined fairways, good conditioning, and fair pricing that makes it a go-to for regular rounds. Sits nicely between the Detroit suburbs and the Ann Arbor area, making it accessible from a wide range of zip codes.

A links-style course in western Oakland County that offers something genuinely different from the typical tree-lined Michigan layout. Open fairways, firm and fast conditions, and a design that rewards creativity off the tee. Great option for golfers who want a change of pace from the standard wooded Michigan track.

One of Oakland County's best values — Heather Highlands delivers a solid round at a price that's hard to beat anywhere in the region. The course is well-kept for its price point and the staff is friendly. Perfect for a casual weekday round or when you want to play without spending resort money. Hidden gem territory for budget-conscious golfers.

Designed by Donald Ross and opened in 1924, Rackham is one of the most historically significant public golf courses in Michigan. It's a municipal course operated by the City of Detroit, which means affordable green fees on a layout that a legendary architect built to last. The bones of a great Ross design are here — if you appreciate golf history, this one is worth seeking out.

Home of the Rocket Mortgage Classic — the PGA Tour's annual stop in Detroit. Detroit Golf Club features two Donald Ross-designed courses on one of the most beautiful private properties in the state. The North Course hosts the tournament and has been showcased to a national television audience in recent years, putting Detroit golf firmly on the national map.

One of the most storied private clubs in American golf. Oakland Hills has hosted more US Opens than almost any other course in the country and was dubbed "The Monster" by Ben Hogan in 1951. The club also hosted the 2004 Ryder Cup. A private club, but its place in Michigan and American golf history makes it worth knowing about — and the area around Bloomfield Hills has excellent public options nearby.

A dependable public course in Canton that serves the western Wayne County and Washtenaw County golf market well. Fellows Creek is a 36-hole facility offering two distinct layouts at an approachable price point. Good conditions, easy booking, and a convenient location off I-275 make it a popular choice for golfers on the western side of the Detroit metro.

A well-liked semi-private course in Plymouth that offers a step up in quality from the purely municipal options in the area. Copper Creek has good pace of play, solid maintenance, and a layout that's enjoyable for golfers of all skill levels. A go-to option for the Plymouth, Canton, and Northville golf crowd.

Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. and consistently rated among the top public courses in the Southeast Michigan region. The Orchards is a beautiful, well-maintained course with a design that challenges better players while remaining enjoyable for mid-handicappers. One of the premier public golf experiences in the entire Detroit metro area.