The Gaylord Golf Mecca: Northern Michigan's Ultimate Golf Getaway | Michigan Golf Live TV

In this episode of Michigan Golf Live TV, host Bill Hobson explores the legendary Gaylord Golf Mecca, where championship golf, outstanding value, welcoming hospitality, and unforgettable Northern Michigan scenery combine to create one of America's premier golf destinations. Founded nearly four decades ago by Exec Director Paul Beachnau and a group of visionary golf operators, the Gaylord Golf Mecca pioneered the concept of multi-course golf packages long before golf travel became commonplace. Today, that same spirit of cooperation continues, making it easy for golfers to experience multiple outstanding courses during one memorable trip. Our journey begins at Michaywe' Pines Golf Course, one of the Mecca's founding members. With its classic design, walkable layout, outstanding conditioning, and exceptional value, Michaywe' Pines has earned generations of loyal golfers while remaining one of Northern Michigan's most enjoyable championship courses. Next, we head to Lakes of the North Golf Course, where two distinctly different nines provide dramatically different golfing experiences. From rolling elevation changes to tree-lined fairways and outstanding greens, this hidden gem continues to surprise first-time visitors. At Gaylord Golf Club, you'll discover another classic Northern Michigan layout featuring subtle elevation changes, beautiful conditioning, and the hospitality that has become synonymous with the Gaylord Golf Mecca. The collaboration among local courses ensures every visitor enjoys the very best golf vacation possible. Our tour continues to Indian River Golf Club, where General Manager Corey Crowell introduces one of Northern Michigan's finest public practice facilities. Finally, we visit the revitalized Black Bear Golf Course, where new ownership has transformed one of the region's longtime favorites into one of Michigan's fastest-improving golf experiences. Whether you're organizing a buddies trip, planning a couples getaway, or simply searching for Michigan's best golf value, the Gaylord Golf Mecca delivers an experience unlike anywhere else. Subscribe to Michigan Golf Live TV for more golf travel adventures, destination features, equipment reviews, instruction, and stories celebrating the game we all love. Visit MGLTV.com for more golf travel inspiration, destination guides, and golf content from across Michigan and beyond. Have you experienced the Gaylord Golf Mecca? Tell us your favorite course—or the one still on your bucket list—in the comments below! ---- 00:00 Welcome to the Gaylord Golf Mecca 01:48 How Paul Beachnau Created Michigan's Golf Mecca 04:32 Michaywe' Pines Golf Course 09:42 Lakes of the North Golf Course 13:58 Elk Viewing Park & Northern Michigan Wildlife 15:09 Bavarian Falls Adventure Golf & Call of the Wild Museum 16:26 Gaylord Golf Club 21:11 Indian River Golf Club with Corey Crowell 26:05 Alpine Chocolate Haus 27:03 Black Bear Golf Course's Remarkable Comeback 32:04 Why the Gaylord Golf Mecca Keeps Golfers Coming Back --- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL for all things golf Follow us on Instagram:   / michigangolflive   Follow us on Facebook:   / michigangolflive   Follow us on X: https://x.com/mglbill #GaylordGolfMecca #NorthernMichigan #MichiganGolf #MichaywePines #GolfTravel #BillHobson #MichiganGolfLive #GolfTrip #PureMichigan #PlayMichigan Listen to our Golf Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/f... At Michigan Golf Live we talk all things golf, all the time!