The Rose Golf Course

The Rose Golf Course sits in Leroy, a small community in northern Michigan's lower peninsula, roughly halfway between Cadillac and Traverse City. Designed by Steve McQuestion and opened in the mid-1990s, the course occupies rolling terrain characteristic of this part of Michigan, where glacial activity left behind varied topography and sandy soils well-suited to golf. The region's landscape features a mix of hardwoods and pines, with elevations that create natural movement across the property. McQuestion, a Michigan-based architect who has designed several courses throughout the state, typically works with the existing land forms rather than imposing dramatic earthwork. His designs tend to emphasize playability for a range of skill levels while incorporating the natural features of a site. At The Rose, the routing likely takes advantage of the property's elevation changes and wooded corridors, creating a layout that feels integrated into the northern Michigan landscape. The course serves both local residents and visitors exploring the area's golf offerings, which have grown considerably as northern Michigan has developed into a popular golf destination. Leroy itself remains a quiet, rural community, and The Rose functions as a more accessible option compared to the higher-profile resort courses found closer to Traverse City and along the Lake Michigan shoreline. The facility offers a straightforward golf experience reflective of its small-town setting.