What is Turtle Lake Resort like?
Turtle Lake Resort is one of 308 PDGA-listed courses in Michigan, and one of 1 in Union City itself. The layout runs 9 holes to a par of 27 over 3,375 ft, averaging roughly 375 feet per hole. That is long enough that you will want a driver you can actually control off the tee.
The terrain is mixed/varied — a mix of wooded and open holes, which puts the emphasis on a complete game. The variety is the test: you will need a tunnel shot on one hole and a full-power drive on the next, often back to back.
ThrowSpot rates the course moderately demanding overall, making it players who have their form mostly sorted. Expect a genuine test without being punished for every miss. This is the level most recreational players score best on. Most groups finish in about 45 minutes, though a busy weekend morning can add half an hour of waiting on the tee.
What discs should you bring to Turtle Lake Resort?
For a course like this, a putter, two mid-ranges, and a couple of fairway drivers covers the majority of shots. The variety rewards a balanced bag over a specialist one. You will use almost everything you carry.
If you are not sure what matches your arm speed, the disc selector converts your throwing distance into a speed ceiling and specific mold recommendations. It is also worth reading the wind calculator before you play on a breezy day.
Cost and access
This course is free to play, like the majority of the 7,008 courses in the ThrowSpot directory. There is no booking system and no check-in — turn up and play. Most park courses are open dawn to dusk; hours can change seasonally, so it is worth checking locally before a very early or late round.
Amenities at Turtle Lake Resort
Amenity information comes from PDGA course records and may not reflect recent changes. If something here is out of date, the local club is usually the fastest way to confirm.
Getting to Turtle Lake Resort
Union City, MI — free parking is listed for this course.
Other disc golf courses near Turtle Lake Resort
More disc golf near Union City
Turtle Lake Resort is the only PDGA-listed course in Union City, but Michigan has 308 in total. See the nearby courses above, or browse every course in Michigan.
Frequently asked questions
How many holes is Turtle Lake Resort?
Turtle Lake Resort has 9 holes with a total par of 27. The course measures 3,375 ft, averaging about 375 feet per hole.
Is Turtle Lake Resort free to play?
Yes. Turtle Lake Resort is free to play, with no booking or check-in required.
Is Turtle Lake Resort good for beginners?
It is rated intermediate difficulty, so newer players should expect a challenging round. Expect a genuine test without being punished for every miss. This is the level most recreational players score best on.
How long does it take to play Turtle Lake Resort?
About 45 minutes for a typical group on 9 holes. Solo players move faster; busy weekend mornings can add 20 to 30 minutes of waiting.
Where is Turtle Lake Resort located?
Turtle Lake Resort is in Union City, Michigan, at coordinates 42.10304, -85.11879. Directions are linked on this page.
What discs should I bring to Turtle Lake Resort?
For this layout, a putter, two mid-ranges, and a couple of fairway drivers covers most shots. The variety rewards a balanced bag over a specialist one. You will use almost everything you carry.