Paint Creek Country Club
Located in Lake Orion, Michigan, Paint Creek Country Club is more than just a golf course – it's a thriving, community-focused hub offering an exquisite fusion of sport, leisure, and luxury. Nestled amidst a picturesque landscape of rolling knolls and shaded hillsides, the club embraces its mid-20th century origins while providing members and guests with a top-notch, modern golf experience.
Steeped in history, the club began its journey in the 1960s as a nine-hole public facility and has since flourished into a prominent 18-hole course under the guidance of local architect Don Childs. The course is both a pleasure and challenge to play, thanks to its diverse fairways that weave through creeks and wetlands and lead to island and peninsula greens. Notably, the third hole is renowned for its shimmering island green and the 13th for its engaging short par-4 dogleg right.
As you immerse yourself in the game, the club’s gently sloping bentgrass fairways unfurl panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside, echoing PGA Golf Professional Steve Vickery's sentiment that Paint Creek never plays the same. Its intricate greens add to the allure, constantly challenging golfers with their complexity and varied pin placements.
Aside from the engaging gameplay, Paint Creek is home to one of Michigan's only three Aqua Ranges. The unique setup, located on the scenic 12-acre Lake Araho, allows golfers to hit floating balls into the lake, following the flight until splashdown—an unusual and exciting practice experience.
The club's commitment to the finest amenities transcends the course itself, with a renovated and expanded clubhouse offering both formal and informal dining in the spacious dining room and at the Creekside Grill. Overlooking the course, the impressive 300-seat main dining room exudes a warm and inviting atmosphere, making it an ideal location for an evening with friends or family.
The club also sports a state-of-the-art fitness facility complete with locker rooms, saunas, and an indoor golf net. An attached swimming complex boasting a Junior Olympic pool and lighted tennis courts, along with a well-stocked pro shop carrying the latest golf fashions and technology, add to the club's appeal.
Yet, at its core, Paint Creek remains an unpretentious, family-oriented country club. It's a place where you can not only improve your golf swing, but also enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle, make new friends, and create lasting memories. With a year-round calendar packed with social events for adults and children alike, Paint Creek truly caters to every lifestyle and is an asset to Lake Orion and the surrounding area.