Manistee National Golf Club

Canthooke Valley at Manistee National Golf Club is a Gary Pulsipher design located in Manistee, Michigan, along the state's western shoreline near Lake Michigan. The course occupies rolling, forested terrain characteristic of this part of Michigan's lower peninsula, where elevation changes and natural corridors through mature hardwoods and pines shape the routing. Pulsipher, a Michigan-based architect with numerous courses throughout the Great Lakes region, designed Canthooke Valley to work with the property's existing topography rather than impose dramatic earthwork. The layout features holes that move through varied terrain, with several playing along ridgelines and others descending into lower-lying areas where the land's natural contours create strategic interest. Fairways are generally defined by the surrounding forest, and greens incorporate subtle undulations that reflect the site's rolling character. The course takes its name from the valley landforms that define several holes, where players must account for elevation changes in club selection and approach angles. Manistee National operates as a semi-private facility, providing access to both members and daily-fee players. The club sits within a region known for its concentration of golf courses, benefiting from Michigan's strong golf culture and the area's appeal as a summer destination. The course offers a straightforward test of golf that emphasizes accuracy and course management over length, typical of Pulsipher's design approach in forested settings.