Forest Dunes Testimonials

“Given that Arcadia Bluffs is ranked No. 10 among the 100 Greatest Public, I decided to play it twice. If I had a mulligan, I'd play Forest Dunes twice instead. I've always thought Spyglass Hill, from start to finish, is a better course than Pebble Beach. Likewise, I would contend that Forest Dunes is a more complete course than Arcadia Bluffs, though it's not nearly as impressive visually. My favorite hole at Forest Dunes is the 278-yard 17th, a classic Weiskopf reachable par 4. Although it looks vulnerable from the tee, the small green is protected by bunkers, and there's plenty of room for a big score. (Typical of my round, I hit my drive into a greenside bunker and made double bogey.) Stubborn but fair, combining high risk with rare reward, Forest Dunes joins Bethpage Black in New York, Pasatiempo in California, Pine Needles in North Carolina and Pacific Dunes in Oregon among my top-five public courses in the country.”

— Matt Ginella, Golf Digest Senior Travel Editor, September 2009 issue

 “No. 18 is one of the best finishing holes I've ever played. The hole provides the player with a chance to score on the closing hole, but also the chance to put up a monster number as well (I've birdied it and also put up a 9 after hooking it into the dunes on the right and then subsequently blocking a three wood into the lake). More importantly for me though, the beauty and challenge of the hole leaves a memorable imprint of the course, which leaves me thirsting for another crack at it. A great closing hole can separate good golf courses from great ones- this hole couldn't be any better.”

— JJ Sovinsky

“I love playing Forest Dunes because it is unlike any golf course I have ever played; it is truly a golfers paradise. It’s a course that challenges golfers, and makes them think about each shot. The views are absolutely breathtaking from the first hole to the 19th par 3. The service the staff gives its golfers is remarkable. If I could play one course for the rest of my life it would be Forest Dunes.”

— Steven O'Keefe

“What is heaven like? Travel to Roscommon Michigan and golf Forest Dunes and you will find out. Rolling fairways, immaculate greens and first class service await you at the first tee. Wildlife passes you by on each and every secluded hole and don’t forget the world class clubhouse that takes ones breath away as soon as you lay eyes on it. Forest Dunes ... where memories of a lifetime are made and championship golfers are tested.“

“I know exactly what type of course I am going to play. You pay top dollar and you get top dollar golf. This course does not disappoint! Every hole feels right, every employee treats you with respect, no detail is overlooked. It is challenging, yet playable. It is beautiful, but not overly distracting. It is a perfect setting for a perfect golf course.”

— Chuck Pinter

“The reasons why I love playing Forest Dunes are probably too many to list. The serenity coupled with the natural landscape and beauty are unlike any other. The fairways are like most courses’ greens and the playability and challenge make it both a true test and a truly enjoyable experience at the same time.”

— Mike Kleiner