Crystal Downs Retains Title as Michigan’s Top Golf Course
News Summary
Golfweek has announced its 2025 rankings, revealing that Crystal Downs in Frankfort has once again topped the list of Michigan’s private golf courses. This stunning course, designed by Alister MacKenzie, has remained a favorite among golfers and boasts a timeless design that continues to attract players from all over. The rankings also include other exceptional courses like Oakland Hills and Kingsley Club, but Crystal Downs maintains its prestigious No. 1 status for the second consecutive year.
Golfweek’s 2025 Rankings: Crystal Downs Still at the Top!
Golf enthusiasts, get ready to update your bucket lists! Golfweek has just revealed its rankings for the top private golf courses in Michigan for 2025, and for the second year in a row, Crystal Downs in Frankfort has claimed the title of the No. 1 golf course! This stunning course, completed back in 1933, is not only a favorite among locals but is also featured among the top 50 golf courses globally, according to Golf.com. That’s pretty impressive!
A Look Back at Crystal Downs
The Top Five Courses in Michigan
- Crystal Downs, Frankfort
- Oakland Hills (South), Bloomfield Township
- Kingsley Club, Kingsley
- Dunes Club (nine holes), New Buffalo
- Franklin Hills, Franklin
More Top Courses
- Lost Dunes, Bridgman
- Meadowbrook, Northville
- Orchard Lake Country Club, Orchard Lake
- Indianwood (Old), Lake Orion
- Barton Hills, Ann Arbor
- Wuskowhan Player’s Club, West Olive
- True North, Harbor Springs
- Bloomfield Hills Country Club, Bloomfield Hills
- Point O’Woods, Benton Harbor (tied)
- LochenHeath, Williamsburg (also tied and new to the rankings)