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Treetops Resort - Premier Course

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Gaylord, MI
Competitive
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About Treetops Resort - Premier Course

Treetops Resort's Premier Course is one of four championship layouts at the Treetops complex near Gaylord, designed by Rick Smith — who has also served as a swing coach to major champions and is based in northern Michigan. The Premier Course showcases Smith's design philosophy of strategic risk-reward routing set against the natural hillside terrain of the resort's Otsego County property. Elevated tee boxes offer long views of the surrounding forests, while the fairways wind through mature hardwoods and open hillside terrain in equal measure. The Premier is a strong complement to the Fazio Masterpiece and Jones Tradition, giving multi-day visitors at Treetops a meaningfully distinct round on each of their days at the resort.

History

Rick Smith designed the Premier Course at Treetops Resort as part of the resort's ambitious plan to build a multi-architect, multi-course destination in Gaylord. Smith, who is closely associated with northern Michigan golf through his Treetops-based teaching academy, brought local knowledge and architectural vision to the Premier layout. The course opened in the 1990s and has been refined over the years to maintain its place among the resort's most played and celebrated layouts.

Golfers at Treetops Resort who want to experience Rick Smith's design work alongside the resort's other signature layouts as part of a multi-course Gaylord golf trip.
Course Highlights
  • Rick Smith signature design — a noted instructor and architect based in northern Michigan with deep connections to the area
  • Elevated tee boxes with panoramic Otsego County forest views on multiple holes throughout the round
  • Strategic risk-reward routing rewards bold play while offering thoughtful bail-out options for conservative golfers
  • Part of Treetops' four-course portfolio, which includes Fazio and Jones designs for multi-day architectural variety
  • Consistently cited among Michigan's top resort courses and a key reason Treetops commands destination-course status
Why Treetops Resort - Premier Course is Hard to Book
Booking Difficulty
Competitive

High-profile resort course with strong summer demand; peak weekends fill 7–10 days ahead

Without automated alerts, you'd need to constantly refresh the booking site hoping to catch a cancellation. That's where TeeTimeGo comes in — we monitor the tee sheet and notify you the moment a slot opens.

Insider Booking Tips

Book 7–14 days ahead for summer weekends. Treetops stay-and-play packages are the most efficient way to secure tee times on multiple courses. Shoulder season rates in May and September drop considerably.

Pro tip: Set a TeeTimeGo alert so you're notified the instant a cancellation opens — even at 2am.

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Course Information
3962 Wilkinson Rd, Gaylord, MI 49735
www.golfnow.com/tee-times/facility/5903-treetops-resort-premier-course
18 holes
Par 72
6,832 yards
Designed by Rick Smith
Established 1994
Green fees: $70–$105 weekday / $85–$125 weekend
Cart included
Collared shirt required

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Common questions about getting tee time alerts for Treetops Resort - Premier Course

How do I get tee time alerts for Treetops Resort - Premier Course?

Sign up for TeeTimeGo and create an alert for Treetops Resort - Premier Course. We'll monitor the tee sheet and notify you instantly when cancellations open up.

When do tee times typically open at Treetops Resort - Premier Course?

Book 7–14 days ahead for summer weekends. Treetops stay-and-play packages are the most efficient way to secure tee times on multiple courses. Shoulder season rates in May and September drop considerably.

Can I set alerts for specific times at Treetops Resort - Premier Course?

Yes! When creating your alert, you can specify preferred tee times, number of players, and date ranges. We'll only notify you when matching slots open.

How quickly will I be notified about Treetops Resort - Premier Course tee times?

TeeTimeGo sends near-instant alerts via email and SMS when cancellations appear at Treetops Resort - Premier Course, giving you the best chance to book before others.

Is Treetops Resort - Premier Course hard to book?

High-profile resort course with strong summer demand; peak weekends fill 7–10 days ahead

What if I want to book multiple courses including Treetops Resort - Premier Course?

You can create alerts for multiple courses at once. Add Treetops Resort - Premier Course along with other favorites to maximize your chances of securing the perfect tee time.

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