Portage Lake Gc is an 18-hole golf course in Houghton, MI with a par of 72. It offers 7 tee sets: black (6,320 yards, slope 133, rating 70.6), silver (6,029 yards, slope 127, rating 69.2), silver/gold (5,624 yards, slope 121, rating 67.3), gold (5,251 yards, slope 112, rating 65.8), white (4,906 yards, slope 110, rating 63.8), us kids level 2 (4,205 yards, slope 100, rating 61.2), us kids level 1 (3,110 yards, slope 96, rating 57.4). The hardest hole is #6, a par 4 playing 322 yards from the first tee.
Portage Lake Gc
Houghton, MI
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A short, straightforward par 4 that plays as an excellent opening hole with a relatively open fairway. The green is well-bunkered on the right side, rewarding accurate approach play.
A reachable par 5 with a fairly direct routing and manageable width throughout. The hole presents good birdie opportunities for longer hitters, though accuracy remains important to avoid any hazards guarding the approach.
A demanding par 4 ranked among the course's most difficult holes, requiring precise shot-making from tee to green. The relatively compact design means every stroke counts, with little room for error around the putting surface.
A short par 3 that serves as a respite with its modest length and straightforward design. The small green is relatively accessible, making this an ideal scoring opportunity.
A mid-length par 4 that ranks high in difficulty and demands solid fundamentals on both shots. The hole's character and strategic layout make it a significant test within the round.
The course's most challenging hole, this par 4 requires precision and consistency from the opening shot through the final putt. The demanding nature of this layout makes it a true character hole that defines the difficulty of the round.
A substantial par 5 that ranks among the course's premier holes, offering a good risk-reward balance for aggressive players. The length and routing create an interesting puzzle that rewards strategic thinking.
A mid-length par 3 that presents a reasonable test without excessive difficulty. The hole offers a nice variety in the round and a chance to demonstrate solid short-iron play.
A relatively short par 4 with an open character that provides straightforward playability. The hole serves as a scoring opportunity within the round, though accuracy is still required.
A strong par 4 ranked fourth in course difficulty, presenting a significant challenge in the back nine. The hole's demanding nature makes it a critical test of skill and consistency.
The second-most difficult hole on the course, this par 4 is a formidable test that demands excellence from tee to green. Its layout and hazards combine to create one of the round's most pivotal moments.
A shorter par 4 that offers some breathing room while still requiring solid execution. The hole's moderate length makes it more forgiving than many of its surrounding holes.
A short par 4 designed to be one of the more accessible holes on the scorecard. The compact distance and open character make it an ideal spot for scoring.
The shortest hole on the course, this par 3 is a genuine one-shot birdie opportunity with minimal complication. Its brevity and simplicity provide welcome relief in the finishing stretch.
A modest par 3 with an interesting intermediate length that requires thoughtful club selection. The hole presents a reasonable challenge without overwhelming difficulty.
A strong par 4 that ranks eighth in difficulty and commands respect despite its relatively compact yardage. The hole's tight design and hazard placement create a significant challenge.
A long par 5 that closes the front nine with a substantial test of power and precision. The hole's length and complexity make it a defining moment before the final hole.
A finishing par 5 that combines length with strategic interest, offering a dramatic conclusion to the round. The hole's routing and hazards create a memorable finale that rewards both accuracy and distance.
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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 15 | 9 | 3 | 17 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 13 | 11 | 4 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 14 | 6 | |||
| black | 337 | 527 | 372 | 137 | 417 | 419 | 547 | 200 | 344 | 3300 | 376 | 377 | 331 | 285 | 115 | 172 | 354 | 506 | 504 | 3020 | 6320 |
| silver | 327 | 504 | 354 | 123 | 395 | 406 | 537 | 193 | 328 | 3167 | 363 | 339 | 306 | 266 | 100 | 158 | 339 | 492 | 499 | 2862 | 6029 |
| silver/gold | 327 | 470 | 324 | 123 | 321 | 322 | 537 | 193 | 328 | 2945 | 290 | 293 | 306 | 266 | 100 | 158 | 339 | 492 | 435 | 2679 | 5624 |
| gold | 317 | 470 | 324 | 105 | 321 | 322 | 458 | 181 | 290 | 2788 | 290 | 293 | 243 | 226 | 90 | 148 | 285 | 453 | 435 | 2463 | 5251 |
| white | 310 | 422 | 309 | 95 | 303 | 317 | 400 | 169 | 284 | 2609 | 286 | 293 | 238 | 171 | 90 | 102 | 285 | 401 | 431 | 2297 | 4906 |
| us kids level 2 | 262 | 370 | 250 | 108 | 238 | 236 | 308 | 76 | 188 | 2036 | 260 | 271 | 243 | 248 | 108 | 95 | 236 | 338 | 370 | 2169 | 4205 |
| us kids level 1 | 145 | 278 | 197 | 55 | 174 | 196 | 238 | 72 | 171 | 1526 | 175 | 190 | 150 | 173 | 53 | 90 | 200 | 268 | 285 | 1584 | 3110 |