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Wicker Hills Course

Wicker Hills Golf Course

Hale, MI, USA

About this course

Wicker Hills Golf Course is a private club located in Hale, Michigan, in the northern Lower Peninsula. The course was designed by Andy Anderson and Bill Baker, routing 18 holes across terrain characteristic of the region's glacially-shaped landscape. The design takes advantage of the area's natural elevation changes and wooded setting, typical of courses built in Michigan's rural north country. The layout reflects the architects' approach to working with existing topography rather than extensive earthmoving. Holes wind through a mix of mature trees and open areas, with the routing likely emphasizing the natural contours and drainage patterns of the site. The course presents a moderate length and challenge level suited to the local membership and regional play. Wicker Hills serves as a private club for the Hale community and surrounding area, offering members a year-round or seasonal golf experience depending on Michigan's climate. The club culture and facilities reflect its role as a regional gathering place for golf and social activity. Like many courses in Michigan's Upper and Northern Lower Peninsula regions, Wicker Hills operates within the context of a relatively short peak season, though fall play can extend into autumn months. The course remains a fixture of local golf in Alcona County, maintaining its original design character and serving the membership base for which it was built.

Quick facts

Location
Hale, MI, USA
Access
Public
Year built
1971
Holes
18
Par
69
Length
5,939 yards
Difficulty
68.4/106

Getting there

The journey to Wicker Hills Golf Course begins at Traverse City Cherry Capital Airport (TVC), roughly ninety minutes to the northwest, or alternatively via Pellston Regional Airport (PLN) to the north, each offering a quieter gateway to Michigan's northern reaches than the larger hubs further south. From either airport, the drive winds through the rolling farmland and quiet forests of the Grand Traverse region, gradually descending into the rural character of Montmorency County as you approach Hale. The final stretch carries you through a landscape of working timber and pastoral openness, where the modern world recedes and the course emerges as a serene anchor in the quiet heart of Michigan's Upper Peninsula transition zone. Wicker Hills Golf Course sits nestled in this understated terrain, accessible to those seeking refuge from the crowded circuits of more celebrated destinations.

FAQ

Common questions about Wicker Hills

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

Wicker Hills was designed by Andy Anderson and Bill Baker.

Yes. Wicker Hills is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.

Par at Wicker Hills is 69.

Wicker Hills plays 5,939 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.

The slope rating at Wicker Hills is 106.

Wicker Hills is a 18-hole course.

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