Woodlands of Van Buren, The

Local Rules

Course Intelligence

Course Character

The layout rewards planning and precise shot-making, especially around tree-lined holes and the pond near the signature 14th. The Woodlands of Van Buren is an 18-hole Jerry Matthews course with challenging par threes, tempting par fives and varied par fours. Strategic shot-maker golf west of Detroit

Major Risks

Signature 14th approach The green is surrounded by woods with a pond guarding the front. Strategic shot corridors Different hole shapes demand deliberate target selection rather than automatic distance.

Blue Tee Strategy

Favor position over maximum distance. Plan the approach angle before committing to the tee line. Follow the 90 degree cart rule and keep pace. Play as a shot-maker

Golfer Reviews / Consensus

Public review detail is limited. Official and Michigan sources describe a strategic 18-hole course with bentgrass surfaces and a notable 14th hole. LOW Jerry Matthews design Good value positioning Bentgrass greens and fairways

Course Conditions

PARTIALLY_VERIFIED Official local rules available Check the golf shop for temporary notices before play. 2026-11-28 2026-08-30 Temporary conditions may be posted at the facility. The official scorecard provides local rules and operating guidance, but no live conditions report was found.

30-second Pre-round Brief

Woodlands of Van Buren quick brief Strategic 18-hole shot-maker course west of Detroit. Character The pond and wooded green setting at hole 14 require disciplined planning. Watch Repair the course, follow the 90 degree cart rule and maintain pace. Rules A strategic Michigan course where shot-making and careful management of hole 14 can protect the score.

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