In the News
There’s nothing quite like springtime in the Gaylord Golf Mecca—sunshine, fresh air and the sound of hitting that perfect drive once again. While this season kicked off with a challenge, our optimism is in full swing. On March 29, an ice storm swept through Gaylord and much of northern Michigan,…
Garland Lodge & Golf Resort’s New Director of Golf By Greg Johnson – Dave Sanderson, the general manager at Garland Lodge & Golf Resort, first met Shane Riley a few years ago at a Michigan Golf Course Association function and they stayed in touch. “When I posted the job for…
By Greg Johnson – That golf itch is starting as the season switches to spring. Here are five things you can do at home to scratch the itch as we march toward spring and golf in the beautiful Gaylord Golf Mecca. Make plans to get the time slot for your…
By Greg Johnson – Indian River Golf Club’s General Manager, Corey Crowell, who could easily be described as the friendliest guy at the friendliest golf course in the north, has been elected by his local peers as the new chair of the Gaylord Golf Mecca. Crowell follows J.T. Aude of…
It is time to book the best summer golf trip! By Greg Johnson Winter might still have a grip on northern Michigan, but don’t lose your grip on planning that perfect golf trip to America’s favorite summer golf destination, the Gaylord Golf Mecca. Mind your P’s and Q’s and make…
By Greg Johnson 1 – You have 17 courses to pick from at nine properties, including several flagship resorts. There are also 20 lodging partners, comprised of major brand hotels, rental homes, newly renovated condos and cabins. 2 – There are 297 golf holes designed by the likes of Robert…
Will you be our Gaylord Golf Mecca Valentine? We HEART you and want to make it a special day for your special someone! It is easy. Just plan a trip of any type to America’s Favorite Summer Golf Destination, including a special romantic trip for two, at gaylordgolfmecca.com. We are…
The Gaylord Golf Mecca moves into 2025 as a premier U.S. summer golf destination for the 38th year, coming off yet another banner golf season in 2024. A grand total of 273,724 rounds were played at member courses in 2024, which was a four percent increase over what was then…
With a fabulous up north location and new local ownership, Black Bear Golf has been welcomed into the Gaylord Golf Mecca’s longstanding marketing cooperative. With this addition, the Mecca will now include 17 area golf courses and 20 lodging partners to welcome golfers to America’s favorite summer golf destination. Black…
By Greg Johnson – It’s show time, as in the perfect time for the Gaylord Golf Mecca to show off a bit at the upcoming spring-to-action golf shows. A Gaylord Golf Mecca booth will be awaiting golfers at the upcoming shows in Chicago, Cleveland, Toledo, Toronto, and Grand Rapids. Mecca…
