Duane1965

The links at Bowen Lake continues to offer a great value to those looking for a challenging layout. The course is in great shape, and the only thing I can knock is the general condition and grooming of the bunkers. In fairness a recent rainstorm a couple days prior to our play probably made it difficult to keep up and maintain. The clubhouse is still the original modular building that offers the essentials and a coveted deck to enjoy a beverage. The staff is friendly and efficient.
The course has a variety of challenging holes that will force you to play accurate shots in order to score.. Lots of marsh, trees, sand other hazards surround well kept fairways and greens. Green speeds are usually average,. Definitely worth a trip from anywhere to give it a try to judge for yourself.

We chose this course because of the "hot-deal" that was available on-line. The course is very nice for the money. Length from the white tees was a healthy 6600 yards. Course layout offered plenty of hazards and trees to get in trouble if your not hitting it straight. Greens were in great shape, but a tad slower than most, but nice. Fairways and tee-boxes in average condition, and probably the most noticeable sacrifice versus a high quality course. A great place to play when you need an alternative to your regular course and don't want to spend a lot.

Good test if golf that will have you playing a variety of shots will all the clubs in the bag. A little pricey for what you can get in the Grand Rapids area . Lots of bunkers, hazards and challenging greens. Well maintained. Definitely worth playing if you haven't played it before, you will know for yourself after playing if it's what you are looking for in a course.