Burning Tree Country Club
About Burning Tree Country Club
Burning Tree Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Macomb, Michigan (48044). The course was designed by Lou Powers and established in 1955. From the BLUE tees, the course plays to 6,109 yards with a par of 71. The BLUE tees carry a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 70.0.
Walking is permitted.
Burning Tree Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 137, putting it in the upper half of courses in Michigan for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 5,112 to 6,109 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Golf in Michigan typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
71
Length
6,109
Slope
132
Rating
70.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
137
This Course
133
MI Average
113
US Average
Based on 490 rated courses in Michigan
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE | 132 | 70.0 | 406 | 143 | 316 | 483 | 422 | 512 | 201 | 425 | 141 | 3049 | 267 | 424 | 304 | 472 | 342 | 174 | 526 | 184 | 367 | 3060 | 6,109 |
WHITE | 137 | 73.5 | 389 | 134 | 282 | 447 | 395 | 501 | 170 | 397 | 120 | 2835 | 254 | 410 | 290 | 465 | 331 | 148 | 483 | 138 | 284 | 2803 | 5,638 |
WHITE | 121 | 68.8 | 389 | 134 | 282 | 447 | 395 | 501 | 170 | 397 | 120 | 2835 | 254 | 410 | 290 | 465 | 331 | 148 | 483 | 138 | 284 | 2803 | 5,638 |
GOLD | 132 | 71.8 | 389 | 99 | 282 | 372 | 395 | 443 | 116 | 397 | 120 | 2613 | 254 | 396 | 290 | 398 | 331 | 103 | 483 | 138 | 284 | 2677 | 5,290 |
GOLD | 118 | 67.1 | 389 | 99 | 282 | 372 | 395 | 443 | 116 | 397 | 120 | 2613 | 254 | 396 | 290 | 398 | 331 | 103 | 483 | 138 | 284 | 2677 | 5,290 |
RED | 130 | 70.7 | 371 | 99 | 264 | 372 | 381 | 443 | 116 | 374 | 111 | 2531 | 240 | 396 | 276 | 398 | 319 | 103 | 455 | 130 | 264 | 2581 | 5,112 |
RED | 115 | 66.5 | 371 | 99 | 264 | 372 | 381 | 443 | 116 | 374 | 111 | 2531 | 240 | 396 | 276 | 398 | 319 | 103 | 455 | 130 | 264 | 2581 | 5,112 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 15 | 13 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 3 | 17 | 18 | 2 | 16 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 8 | 12 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Burning Tree Country Club offers 7 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE | 6,109 | 132 | 70.0 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,638 | 137 | 73.5 | 20-30 |
WHITE | 5,638 | 121 | 68.8 | 20-30 |
GOLD | 5,290 | 132 | 71.8 | 20-30 |
GOLD | 5,290 | 118 | 67.1 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,112 | 130 | 70.7 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,112 | 115 | 66.5 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Burning Tree Country Club
Burning Tree Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Burning Tree Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burning Tree Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Burning Tree Country Club is a public golf course located in Macomb, MI. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Burning Tree Country Club have?expand_more
Burning Tree Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1955. The course was designed by Lou Powers.
What is the yardage at Burning Tree Country Club?expand_more
From the WHITE tees, Burning Tree Country Club plays to 5,638 yards (par 74). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 5,112 to 6,109 yards.
What is the slope rating at Burning Tree Country Club?expand_more
The BLUE tees at Burning Tree Country Club have a slope rating of 132 and a course rating of 70.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Burning Tree Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Burning Tree Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Burning Tree Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Burning Tree Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.burningtreegolf.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Burning Tree Country Club offer?expand_more
Burning Tree Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Burning Tree Country Club located?expand_more
Burning Tree Country Club is located at 22871 21 Mile Road in Macomb, MI 48044. You can reach them at +1-586-493-9500.
What is the difficulty level at Burning Tree Country Club?expand_more
Burning Tree Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 66% of golf courses in Michigan. The average slope rating in Michigan is 133. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Burning Tree Country Club?expand_more
Burning Tree Country Club offers 7 tee sets. BLUE tees (6,109 yards, slope 132) are recommended for mid-handicap golfers. RED tees (5,112 yards, slope 115) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Burning Tree Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Burning Tree Country Club should play the RED tees, which play 5,112 yards with a slope of 115. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Burning Tree Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the GOLD tees (slope 132, rating 71.8) at Burning Tree Country Club would have a course handicap of 15 and an expected score of approximately 89. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Burning Tree Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Burning Tree Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.