Bay County Golf Course

Bay County Golf Course is a 18-hole public golf course in Essexville, Michigan, designed by Harley Hodges. Green fees run $18.00 on weekdays and $20.00 on weekends. The layout features Winter Rye fairways and Bent Grass greens, 1-10 bunkers, water hazards in play. The course is open apr 1 to nov 5, first tee time at 6:30 AM, soft spikes required. The course handles approximately 45,000 rounds per year, serving the local Essexville golf community. Bay County Golf Course welcomes visitors and locals alike as one of the area’s accessible daily-fee options in Essexville, Michigan.

Contact Details

584 W Hampton Rd
Essexville, Michigan 48732
517-892-2161

Course Information

Course CityEssexville
Course CountyBay
Course StateMichigan
Course ClassificationPublic
Course Annual Rounds45,000
Course SeasonApr 1 to Nov 5
Course ManagerTim Kaberlein
Course Club ProTim Kaberlein
Course SuperintendantTim Watkins
Course Guest PolicyOpen
Course DesignerHarley Hodges
Course Shop Hours6:30 AM / N/A
Course Dress CodeShirt and shoes required
Course Weekend Fees$20.00
Course Weekday Fees$18.00
Course Tee ReservationAccepted
Course Earliest Tee Time6:30 AM
Course Holes18
Course GreenBent Grass
Course FairwayWinter Rye
Course Water HazardYes
Course Bunker1-10
Course Metal SpikeNot Allowed
Course Greens AeratedSeptember
Course OverseedingApril/Open
Course Five-somesNot Allowed

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to play at Bay County Golf Course?

It costs $20.00 to play at Bay County Golf Course on the weekend and $18.00 to play on weekdays.

What is the grass type used on the course?

The grass type used on the greens at Bay County Golf Course is Bent Grass and the grass type used on the fairways is Winter Rye.

What is the dress code at Bay County Golf Course?

The dress code at Bay County Golf Course is Shirt and shoes required.

How many rounds of golf are played at Bay County Golf Course each year?

There are an estimated 45,000 rounds of golf played at Bay County Golf Course each year.

Does Bay County Golf Course have water hazards?

Yes, there are water hazards on the Bay County Golf Course course.

Does Bay County Golf Course have sand bunkers?

Yes, there are 1-10 sand bunkers located on the Bay County Golf Course course.

When are the greens aerated at Bay County Golf Course?

Aeration is needed to keep the greens healthy and involves placing small holes in the greens to allow air, water, and nutrients to reach the roots. The greens at Bay County Golf Course are aerated in September.