Lakewood Shores Golf Club

Gailes at Lakewood Shores Golf Club sits along the Lake Huron shoreline in Oscoda, a small community in northeastern Michigan's lower peninsula. Designed by Kevin Aldridge and opened in the mid-1990s, the course takes its name and some stylistic inspiration from Scottish links golf, though it plays through a distinctly northern Michigan landscape of sandy soil, native grasses, and scattered pines. The property's proximity to the lake and its relatively open terrain allow wind to factor into play, reinforcing the links theme Aldridge pursued in the routing and presentation. The layout features wide fairways and large, undulating greens that reward ground game approaches, with strategic bunkering positioned to challenge both tee shots and approach play. The sandy subsoil provides firm conditions and good drainage, characteristics that support the links style even in a forested Great Lakes setting. Several holes offer views toward Lake Huron, and the course's openness contrasts with the more tree-lined character of many Michigan designs. Lakewood Shores operates as a semi-private facility with multiple courses on the property, serving both members and daily-fee players. Gailes has developed a reputation among Michigan golfers as an accessible option for those seeking links-inspired golf without traveling to coastal venues. The course's conditioning and playability make it a regular destination for regional golfers exploring the northeastern Michigan golf corridor.