Walking Guide

Walking-Friendly Golf Courses in Traverse City, Michigan

Walking the course is one of the best ways to save money on golf — skipping the cart typically saves $10–$20 per round. It also means a more relaxed pace and better exercise. Not all courses allow walking, particularly during peak hours, so this list focuses on Traverse City courses that explicitly permit walkers. We found 52 walking-friendly courses in Traverse City, with weekday rates starting at $39. Some courses offer a dedicated walking rate — check each listing for details.

52

Walking courses

$39

Lowest walking rate

$10–$20

Typical cart savings

#1

Shanty Creek Resort - Cedar River Golf Course

Best Walking Rate

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed3.6 (51)
Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026
$39
weekday 18 holes
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#2

Shanty Creek Resort - Summit Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed3.9 (35)
Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026
$39
weekday 18 holes
— weekend
#3

Shanty Creek Resort - Cedar River Pro Shop

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.0 (1)
Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026
$39
weekday 18 holes
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#4

Shanty Creek Resort - Schuss Mountain Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.3 (81)
Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026
$39
weekday 18 holes
— weekend
#5

Bay Meadows Family Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $404.8 (102)
Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026
$45
weekday 18 holes
Walking rate: $35
$45 weekend
+cart fee
#6

Lakewood on the Green

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $294.6 (103)
Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026
$54
weekday 18 holes
$64 weekend
#7

Gaylord Country Club

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $554.7 (119)
Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026
$55
weekday 18 holes
$55 weekend
#8

Spruce Run Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $504.4 (12)
Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026
$60
weekday 18 holes
Walking rate: $40
$70 weekend
#9

Cadillac Country Club

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.4 (88)
Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026
$75
weekday 18 holes
$75 weekend
#10

The Crown Golf Club

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $804.3 (163)
Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026
$79
weekday 18 holes
$79 weekend
#11

The Wolverine Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $504.1 (14)
Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026
$80
weekday 18 holes
$100 weekend
#12

The Bear Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $504.4 (233)
Listed on course website · Checked Apr 28, 2026
$80
weekday 18 holes
$100 weekend
#13

Shanty Creek Resort - The Legend Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.1 (114)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#14

Wequetonsing Golf Club

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.6 (9)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#15

Caberfae Peaks

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.6 (2,149)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#16

The Heather Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.3 (59)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#17

The Moor Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.3 (35)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#18

Manitou Passage Golf Club

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.3 (145)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#19

Interlochen Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.3 (157)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#20

Pinecroft Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.6 (157)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#21

A-Ga-Ming Golf Resort

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.5 (250)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#22

Kingsley Club

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.9 (67)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#23

Elmbrook Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.1 (227)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#24

Bahle Farms Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.8 (224)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#25

Chestnut Valley Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.6 (122)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#26

Crooked Tree Golf Club

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.5 (296)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#27

Bay Harbor Golf Club

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.7 (402)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#28

Charlevoix Golf Club

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.2 (31)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#29

The Highlands

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.4 (1,119)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#30

BOYNE Golf Admin Offices - Michigan

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.5 (86)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#31

Charlevoix Country Club

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.5 (179)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#32

Hidden River Golf & Casting Club

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.7 (224)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#33

The Monument Golf Courses

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.1 (58)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#34

Dunmaglas Golf Club

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.0 (142)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#35

Michaywé Pines Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.6 (343)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#36

The Alpine Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.5 (74)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#37

Treetops Resort

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.3 (3,096)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#38

Otsego Resort

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed3.9 (408)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#39

Treetops Golf Club

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.4 (153)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#40

Treetops North Gaylord Michigan

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.5 (187)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#41

Lakes of the North Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.4 (128)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#42

Mulligans at the Bluffs

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.7 (90)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#43

Black Lake Golf Club

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.6 (412)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#44

Evergreen Golf Resort

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.1 (1,172)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#45

Doon Brae Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#46

Shanty Creek Resort - Hawk's Eye Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.1 (40)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#47

Tustin Trails Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.2 (78)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#48

Max Swings

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed5.0 (10)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#49

The Farm Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.0 (101)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#50

Bellaire Centennial Golf Club

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.1 (27)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#51

Donald Ross Memorial Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.3 (45)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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#52

The Chief Golf Course

Traverse-City, MI · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.4 (266)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
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