Fortress is an 18-hole golf course in Frankenmuth, MI with a par of 72. It offers 4 tee sets: black (6,813 yards, slope 142, rating 74.2), maroon (6,271 yards, slope 139, rating 71.4), combo (5,445 yards, slope 127, rating 67.1), gold (4,837 yards, slope 115, rating 64.3). The hardest hole is #3, a par 4 playing 342 yards from the first tee.
Fortress
Frankenmuth, MI
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A long par 5 that plays as a three-shot hole for most players, with a relatively open fairway inviting aggressive play. The challenge lies in positioning for the approach, as the green is well-guarded and accuracy matters more than distance on this finishing stretch of the opening nine.

A short par 3 with considerable variation in length depending on tee selection. The small target green demands precision over power, making club selection and accuracy the primary test on this straightforward hole.

The first of Fortress's signature challenges, this par 4 plays as the #1 handicap hole with length and strategic complexity. The fairway offers multiple angles of attack, but the approach to a well-bunkered green rewards precise positioning off the tee.

A short par 3 that appears deceptively simple from the tee. Despite its modest length, the tight green and surrounding hazards punish imprecision and make this a strategic test relative to its distance.

A relatively short par 4 that tempts aggressive play but requires careful navigation around key hazards. The compact yardage belies the difficulty of the approach, as the green complex is tight and unforgiving.

A strong par 5 that ranks among the course's most demanding holes, requiring two solid shots to reach scoring position. Water and bunkering come into play throughout the hole, making course management critical for a good score.

A mid-length par 4 that features strategic bunkering and a narrowing fairway as it approaches the green. The hole's character changes significantly based on tee selection, with longer tees bringing additional length and complexity.

A compact par 4 with a short but demanding profile, where accuracy off the tee is essential to set up a manageable approach. The green is well-protected, and positioning is more important than distance on this hole.

A strong par 4 and the #3 handicap hole, this challenge features length and strategic complexity requiring two quality shots. Bunkers and hazards are strategically placed to punish poor positioning, making this a fitting closer to the front nine.

A straightforward par 4 that offers a more generous feel than many of its neighbors, with a relatively open approach to the green. The hole plays shorter than its card suggests and provides an opportunity to build momentum on the back nine.

A strategic par 4 with significant length variation across the tee boxes and a green complex that demands precision. The hole's #6 handicap ranking reflects the importance of positioning rather than pure distance.

A mid-length par 3 with a moderate target and subtle green contours that make distance control paramount. The hole plays straightforward with minimal tricks, making it a fair test of iron play and course awareness.

The #2 handicap hole, this par 4 presents a formidable test of length and accuracy with a well-guarded green complex. Strategic hazards throughout the hole reward smart positioning and penalize aggressive mistakes.

A long par 5 that offers multiple routes to the green depending on player ability and strategy. The hole's length and complexity make it a true test, though the relatively generous handicap suggests it plays more accessible than some shorter holes on the course.

A short par 4 that compensates for its modest yardage with a tight, demanding green complex and strategic bunkering. The compact nature of this hole makes precision and course management critical to avoiding big numbers.

A strong par 4 ranked #4 handicap that features length and strategic complexity requiring two quality shots into a well-protected green. The hole's difficulty is concentrated in the approach, where accuracy is severely tested by clever hazard placement.

The shortest par 3 on the course with wide variation across tee boxes, making it deceptively simple in appearance. Despite its brevity, the green's complexity and surrounding hazards demand a committed, accurate shot.

A majestic par 5 closing hole that provides a fitting finale with length and strategic complexity throughout. The hole builds in difficulty as it approaches the green, rewarding aggressive play with good positioning but punishing mistakes severely.
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 11 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 13 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 3 | 14 | 6 | 10 | 2 | 16 | 12 | 4 | 18 | 8 | |||
| black | 522 | 167 | 456 | 149 | 353 | 501 | 437 | 409 | 453 | 3447 | 369 | 391 | 209 | 443 | 523 | 350 | 380 | 172 | 529 | 3366 | 6813 |
| maroon | 494 | 140 | 431 | 119 | 324 | 467 | 390 | 378 | 437 | 3180 | 336 | 363 | 181 | 410 | 496 | 309 | 333 | 153 | 510 | 3091 | 6271 |
| combo | 415 | 140 | 342 | 119 | 324 | 390 | 288 | 278 | 325 | 2621 | 336 | 363 | 181 | 315 | 398 | 309 | 333 | 153 | 436 | 2824 | 5445 |
| gold | 415 | 82 | 342 | 83 | 275 | 390 | 288 | 278 | 325 | 2478 | 272 | 254 | 109 | 315 | 398 | 239 | 247 | 89 | 436 | 2359 | 4837 |