Brad T.
8/18/2025
This course was something I haven't played before. Being a Bermuda guy down in FL this was an experience. The course is tricky. It was in pretty good shape though. No Bev cart was kind of a...
The Chief Golf Course
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5085 Shanty Creek Rd
Bellaire, MI 49615
Welcome to The Chief Golf Course, or as it has long been known, "The Spirit of the North." The Chief Golf Course is among the best destinations in Northern Michigan golf. Here at The Chief, we have everything you need to create a perfect day on the course, from a fully-stocked pro shop to membership opportunities to a hospitable staff.
Reviews
3.514 reviewsSamantha B.
9/13/2025
Staff are all amazing, course is extremely fun to play, and the location is beautiful. Highly recommend to anyone looking for something fun to do in northern Michigan. Kristie, the head of...
Sean F.
7/2/2014
A beautiful, well maintained course with a very challenging layout. A lot of dog legs where you have to hit iron off the tee. I would give it four or five stars if the course had better...
Josh S.
7/28/2019
There are much nicer courses in the area than The Chief. The greens are so slow that I found it nearly impossible to hit the ball hard enough to get it near the hole. Mike at The Chief set us up...
Pat J.
7/29/2016
This course was beautiful and brutal. It's not for the faint of heart. Someone described it as a "target" course. Were they ever right. One errant shot and you can rack up some big scores. Their...
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