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Spirit of the North The Chief Golf Course is one of the most beautiful golf courses in Northern Michigan.
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Its dramatic shaping, bunkers and water hazards make It a challenge for its patrons. An 18-hole championship golf course, The Chief winds its way through wooded hills, with breathtaking sunset views over Lake Bellaire. Golf Digest awarded The Chief Golf Course a 4-star rating for”best places to play” in the 2008-2009 edition. The Chief, coined, The Spirit of the North, represents the perfect harmony between natural beauty and the game of golf. Carved through the rolling terrain of Northern Michigan, The Chief will overwhelm your senses with dramatic elevation changes and impeccable conditioning.

11/04/2026

❄️🏌️ WINTER GOLF SEASON IS HERE! 🏌️❄️

Don’t let the cold weather keep you off the course! The Chief Golf Simulators are officially OPEN for the winter season!

Come enjoy TrackMan simulators, work on your game, play some virtual rounds, and keep your golf swing sharp all winter long. ⛳

📅 Wednesday – Saturday
⏰ 1 PM – 9 PM

Grab your friends, escape the cold, and keep golfing with us this winter!

We’ll see you inside! 🏌️‍♂️

10/28/2026

🍂⛳ WE’RE TAKING A SHORT BREAK! ⛳🍂

The Chief is closed this week as we transition from our outdoor golf season to indoor golf! We’ll be back on November 4th with our winter hours and TrackMan simulator season ready to go. 🎯🏌️‍♂️

❄️ WINTER HOURS
🗓️ Wednesday – Saturday
⏰ 1 PM – 9 PM

Still looking to squeeze in one last outdoor round? 🌲 Head over to our sister course, Centennial Golf Club, and enjoy one more game before the outdoor season wraps up!

Thank you for another great golf season at The Chief! We can’t wait to see you indoors this winter. 🏌️‍♀️

10/20/2026

🍂⛳ That’s a wrap on another golf season at The Chief! ⛳🍂

Our final day on the course will be Sunday, October 25th! A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us on the greens this season. We’re so grateful for another great year and can’t wait to see you back out there next spring! 🧡

But don’t worry… The fun doesn’t stop when the course closes! 🍻🏌️‍♂️

🎯 Golf simulators are open year-round! (Golf simulator leagues start the first week of November!)
🍺 The bar is open year-round!
🏌️ Indoor golf, leagues, cold drinks, and good company all winter long!

So come get those last rounds in before the season ends, then stick with us all winter long inside!

📅 Last day on the course: October 25th
📍 The Chief Golf Course

Thanks for making this season one to remember. We’ll see you at the bar and in the simulators! 🍻

10/16/2026

🌧️ COURSE CLOSURE 🌧️

Due to the rain, The Chief Golf Course will be closed for the remainder of the day today.

We appreciate your understanding and hope to see everyone back out on the course soon! ⛳️

Stay dry, golfers! 🌧️

10/07/2026

🎄🏌️‍♀️ WINTER GOLF SIMULATOR LEAGUES ARE COMING! 🏌️‍♂️❄️

Don’t let the cold weather keep you off the course! Join us at The Chief Golf Course for 12 weeks of indoor golf, competition, and plenty of fun. ⛳️

📅 Starting the first week of November

We have leagues running Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday:

🏌️‍♀️ TUESDAY
• Senior Women — Morning
• Women’s League — Evening

🏌️‍♂️ WEDNESDAY
• Senior Men — Morning
• Men’s League — Evening

🏌️‍♂️ THURSDAY
• Men’s League — Evening

Whether you’re looking to compete, stay sharp over the winter, or just have a great time with your golf crew, we’ve got a league for you!

📩 Interested in joining or want more information?
Reach out to Kristie or Ray to get signed up or learn more!

[email protected]
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Grab your clubs, grab your team, and let’s keep golfing all winter long! ❄️⛳️

09/30/2026

🍂 FALL GOLF SPECIAL! ⛳

Starting October 1st, enjoy golf at Chief Golf Course for just $35! 🎉

Whether you’re playing 9 holes or 18, weekday or weekend — it’s $35 all the same!

🏌️‍♂️ $35 Golf — 9 or 18 Holes
📅 Starting October 1st
🌤️ Open as long as weather permits

Come enjoy the fall colors, get a round in, and take advantage of this great end-of-season rate! 🍁⛳

See you on the course!

09/16/2026

Cooler mornings mean the perfect day to hit the course! Grab a friend and tee it up with our special: 2 for $75 on 18 holes with a cart. Don’t miss out on great swings and even better deals. Book your spot and make today a hole-in-one! VALID Sunday-Wednesday

Address

5100 Brookwood Lane
Bellaire, MI
49615

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 9pm
Tuesday	8am - 9pm
Wednesday	8am - 9pm
Thursday	8am - 9pm
Friday	8am - 9pm
Saturday	8am - 9pm
Sunday	8am - 9pm

Telephone

(231) 533-9000

Website

https://www.chiefresort.com/

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