Public

Irish Course

Bedford Hills Golf Club

Temperance, MI, USA
Young Tom Morris
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9 holesPar 363,024 yds34.2/116

About this course

Bedford Hills Golf Club sits in Temperance, Michigan, a small community in the state's southeastern corner near the Ohio border. The course was designed by John Rutter, a regional architect whose work appears primarily across the Midwest. The flat to gently rolling terrain typical of this part of Michigan shapes the routing, with mature tree-lined fairways and modest elevation changes that define strategy rather than dramatic landforms. The layout reflects mid-twentieth-century design principles common to many Michigan public and semi-private courses, where playability for a range of skill levels takes precedence over severe hazards or extreme length. Water features and bunkers positioned at key decision points create interest without overwhelming recreational golfers. The property's tree canopy provides definition between holes and frames approaches, while the relatively open character allows for recovery shots and faster pace of play. Bedford Hills serves the local golfing community in the Toledo metropolitan area, drawing players from both Michigan and nearby northern Ohio. The course operates as a straightforward, accessible facility where design emphasizes enjoyment and repeat play over championship demands. Conditions and maintenance reflect the standards typical of regional courses in the Great Lakes states, with bent grass greens and fairways suited to the climate and growing season of southeastern Michigan.

Quick facts

Location
Temperance, MI, USA
Access
Public
Year built
1996
Designer
John Rutter
Holes
9
Par
36
Length
3,024 yards
Difficulty
34.2/116

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Common questions about Irish at Bedford Hills Golf Club

Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.

Irish was designed by John Rutter.

Yes. Irish at Bedford Hills Golf Club is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at Irish is 36.

Irish plays 3,024 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Irish is 116.

Irish is a 9-hole course.

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