
Ravines Course
Ravines Golf Club



About this course
Carved from the rolling landscape near Saugatuck, Michigan, The Ravines Golf Club bears the indelible signature of Robert Trent Jones Jr., a designer known for shaping courses that both challenge and charm. This modern course, opened in 1999, sprawls across terrain that blends wooded hillsides with open, links-esque stretches, demanding strategic play. While generous fairways invite aggression off the tee, undulating greens guarded by strategically placed bunkers quickly humble those who fail to respect their subtle contours. A prevailing wind off Lake Michigan adds another layer of complexity, ensuring no two rounds feel quite the same. Though not a stage for major championships, The Ravines has quietly cultivated a loyal following among golfers seeking a rewarding test in a picturesque setting. The club's understated elegance and commitment to course conditioning provide a memorable experience that surpasses the need for notoriety. Beyond the course, The Ravines fosters a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Members often recount stories of hard-fought matches followed by convivial gatherings on the patio, where local craft beers are savored and the camaraderie of the game is celebrated. The club has also become known locally for its "Ravine Dogs," an elevated take on the classic ballpark frank, a culinary tradition that has only added to the club's distinctive appeal.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in MI
Quick facts
- Location
- Saugatuck, MI, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1999
- Holes
- 18
- Designer(s)
- Arnold Palmer, Ed Seay
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 7,070 yards
- Difficulty
- 74.5/138
- Course Vaults score
- 7.3
Getting there
The journey to Ravines Golf Club begins at Gerald R. Ford International Airport in Grand Rapids, roughly forty-five minutes to the northeast, though Chicago's O'Hare serves as the gateway for many traveling from afar, adding a scenic two-and-a-half-hour drive along the eastern shore of Lake Michigan. The route west from Grand Rapids transitions from interstate efficiency to the gently rolling farmland and orchard country of Allegan County, before descending into the wooded, dune-shadowed terrain surrounding Saugatuck. As you near the club, the landscape grows increasingly dramatic - a quiet prelude to the ravine-carved topography that defines one of Michigan's most distinctive and secluded golf experiences.

FAQ
Common questions about Ravines
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Ravines has a Course Vaults score of 7.3 out of 10 based on 40 logged golfers.
Ravines was designed by Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay.
Yes. Ravines is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Ravines is 72.
Ravines plays 7,070 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Ravines is 138.



