Boasting the highest concentration of golf courses in northern Michigan, Bellaireís Shanty Creek Resorts raises the Up North bar.With four championship golf courses and 72 holes that combine tight fairways, formidable doglegs and varying elevations—add in welcoming summer weather and stunning scenery—and it’s easy to see why Shanty Creek earned a Silver Medal rating from Golf Digest.

Featuring track designs from the game’s top names like Tom Weiskopf and Arnold Palmer, Shanty Creek challenges and impresses golfers of all ability levels. Weaving through wetlands, rolling hills and pine forests, golfers play amid stunning views of northern Michigan proving one way to improve your game is simply by taking in the scenery.

Private or group lessons from one of Shanty Creek’s PGA-certified professionals can improve your game even further.

Across its 4,500 acres and three distinct villages, Shanty Creek has over 500 lodging accommodations, multiple dining options, live entertainment and plenty of recreational activities. The resort’s recent $10 million renovation of its flagship Lakeview Hotel & Conference Center is where guests enjoy spacious and lavish guest rooms with breathtaking views of Lake Bellaire and miles of unspoiled hardwood forests. And finding a little R&R is easy with a relaxing massage from The Wellness Spa at Summit Village, or by unwinding with a book and cocktail at the pool overlooking Lake Bellaire.

It’s fair to say everything Up North is within reach of Shanty Creek Resorts—the turquoise blue waters of Torch Lake and nearby beaches; the eclectic shopping and dining in Bellaire and neighboring Alden, Elk Rapids and Charlevoix; the orchards, wineries and brew-pubs that dot the landscape of northern Michigan. Smack dab between Traverse City, Petoskey and Gaylord, Shanty Creek is literally in the middle of it all.

Whether you’re looking to play a round, host a group event or simply enjoy a day Up North with family and friends, Shanty Creek Resorts defines the Up North experience. And with multiple stay and play packages, there’s something to suit every budget. It’s no wonder Shanty Creek is “Michigan’s Favorite Resort. Again.”