Washtenaw at Polo Fields Golf & Country Club

The Washtenaw Course at Polo Fields Golf & Country Club occupies rolling terrain in Ann Arbor, Michigan, designed by Bill Newcomb. The layout takes advantage of the natural topography characteristic of southeastern Michigan, with elevation changes and mature tree corridors defining the playing corridors. Newcomb, a regional architect active in the Midwest during the latter decades of the twentieth century, created a course that balances strategic interest with playability for a range of skill levels.

The routing moves through varied landscape, with holes framed by hardwood forests and open areas that allow wind to become a factor on certain shots. Water features appear on several holes, adding both visual definition and strategic consequence to approach play and course management decisions. The design incorporates multiple tee boxes to accommodate different playing abilities, a common feature in club courses serving a diverse membership.

Polo Fields functions as a country club facility serving the Ann Arbor community, offering both golf and social amenities typical of private clubs in the region. The Washtenaw Course represents the primary championship layout, though the club's full offerings include additional practice facilities and recreational options. The course reflects the design sensibilities of its era, emphasizing playable golf within a parkland setting rather than severe penal features, making it suitable for regular member play as well as club competitions.