Links At Bowen Lake is an 18-hole golf course in Gowen, MI with a par of 71. It offers 5 tee sets: blue (6,716 yards, slope 138, rating 73.4), white (6,199 yards, slope 132, rating 70.8), gold (5,678 yards, slope 125, rating 68.2), red (5,174 yards, slope 119, rating 65.7), green (4,337 yards, slope 111, rating 62.1). The hardest hole is #4, a par 4 playing 348 yards from the first tee.
Links At Bowen Lake
Gowen, MI
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A straightforward opening par 4 with a welcoming fairway that gradually narrows toward the green. Well-positioned bunkers guard the right side of the green, while the left side offers a safer approach route.
A short par 3 over relatively open ground to a modest green. The primary challenge lies in distance control, as the small target offers little margin for error in either direction.
A straightaway par 4 with a clean, unobstructed fairway leading to a relatively open green. The hole's length is its primary test, with limited hazards to complicate the approach.
The course's most difficult hole, this par 4 demands accuracy and length in equal measure. The fairway is tight and well-bunkered on both sides, while bunkers also guard the green complex, leaving little room for imprecision.
A lengthy par 5 that requires strategic positioning to set up a manageable approach to the green. Hazards frame the hole, and players must carefully consider their layup positions to avoid trouble on the third shot.
A short, straightforward par 3 that offers a friendly welcome despite its minimal length. The green sits relatively exposed, making this an excellent scoring opportunity if the approach shot finds the target.
A dramatic par 4 that ranks as the course's second-most difficult hole, featuring a tight fairway flanked by trouble on both sides. The approach to the green is particularly demanding, with hazards closing in around the putting surface.
A moderate par 4 with a fairly open fairway that allows aggressive play off the tee. The green is relatively accessible, though strategic bunkering around the target area provides a subtle test of accuracy on the approach.
A straightforward par 4 with an accommodating fairway and a green that presents a reasonable target. The hole's moderate difficulty makes it a fair mid-course test without excessive penal hazards.
The back nine's opening hole is a challenging par 5 that ranks fourth in difficulty. The fairway funnels inward, and strategic hazards demand careful positioning for players attempting to reach the green in two shots.
A relatively short par 4 that offers a reprieve from the course's stiffer tests. The fairway is generous and the green approachable, creating a welcome scoring opportunity despite minimal hazard protection.
The course's shortest hole and easiest par 3, this short target provides an excellent birdie opportunity. The green, while compact, is relatively undefended, making accuracy more important than distance judgment.
A formidable par 4 ranking as the course's second-most difficult hole, featuring a narrow fairway and a well-protected green. Both the drive and approach demand precision, with hazards strategically positioned to penalize wayward shots.
A mid-length par 4 with a fairway that narrows as it approaches the green, tightening the approach window. Strategic bunkering frames the green, creating a test that rewards accurate shot-making.
A short par 3 with a compact green that requires an accurate approach shot to reach the target. The hole's simplicity belies its challenge, as the small putting surface offers minimal forgiveness.
A relatively short par 4 with a narrow, tight fairway that demands precise driving. The green is moderately well-bunkered, and the overall hole design creates a satisfying short par 4 test despite its modest length.
A compact par 4 that is the shortest hole of its kind on the course, offering a potential scoring opportunity. The green sits in an accessible location, though strategic bunkering ensures the approach shot must be executed cleanly.
A substantial finishing par 5 that challenges players to close their round with a strong finish. The fairway is open and inviting, but strategic hazards reward careful positioning and punish aggressive attempts to reach the green in two.
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| HCP | 5 | 13 | 11 | 1 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 15 | 4 | 16 | 18 | 2 | 6 | 14 | 8 | 12 | 10 | |||
| blue | 397 | 194 | 395 | 458 | 575 | 184 | 438 | 414 | 403 | 3458 | 500 | 356 | 156 | 448 | 407 | 185 | 383 | 334 | 489 | 3258 | 6716 |
| white | 364 | 174 | 379 | 417 | 530 | 169 | 400 | 380 | 377 | 3190 | 477 | 344 | 135 | 433 | 376 | 156 | 329 | 302 | 457 | 3009 | 6199 |
| gold | 329 | 159 | 324 | 385 | 489 | 138 | 372 | 341 | 343 | 2880 | 445 | 331 | 122 | 409 | 342 | 139 | 300 | 289 | 421 | 2798 | 5678 |
| red | 284 | 147 | 286 | 348 | 460 | 120 | 342 | 315 | 315 | 2617 | 394 | 310 | 109 | 397 | 302 | 125 | 275 | 262 | 383 | 2557 | 5174 |
| green | 249 | 68 | 229 | 313 | 400 | 116 | 247 | 272 | 286 | 2180 | 354 | 268 | 98 | 297 | 270 | 112 | 230 | 228 | 300 | 2157 | 4337 |