Keweenaw Mountain Lodge is a historic wilderness resort nestled into the steep hills outside of Copper Harbor, MI. The 9-hole disc golf setup here is Michigan's northernmost course, and it's located only four miles from the northern terminus of US highway 41. As the signs inform you, it's only 2,000 miles to get here up US-41 from Miami! What are you waiting for?

The 40-45 miles of US-41 that you will almost definitely drive to get here (up from Houghton/Hancock area) is beautiful, especially the last 10ish miles driving over rolling terrain through a tunnel of trees. The drive is even more stunning around peak fall color season (end of September or so), which is when I was fortunate enough to visit. Signage points you to the disc golf course once you are on lodge property, although it is about a 150'-200' walk in to the first tee from the end of the parking lot.

For most of us who do not live there, the entire Keweenaw Peninsula will feel pretty remote. This course takes that vibe and runs with it. It plays in a wooded hilly area in the back of the resort property. There is a 9 hole ball golf course on site as well, but you won't see that at all during your disc golf round. Once you tee off on hole 1, it will feel like you are out in untouched wilderness until you get back to your car after hole 9. There are apparently some mountain biking trails running through the area as well, but I did not encounter any trail users during my round and I suspect it is rare. The flora is beautiful, with many evergreen trees and bushes mixed into the deciduous forest.

The course plays as a short, technical round. The fairways are mostly narrow lanes cut through the trees, with a few throws in moderately open areas. The rolling hills add challenge and increase the need for shot shaping. While I would stop short of calling any holes memorable (seeing as I don't vividly remember any two months later) I would say there is a good variety of nice holes from beginning to end. No filler holes. Holes 4 and 5 are short but have extreme doglegs, making them more difficult than the distance would indicate. Hole 6 is short as well but has two distinct fairways leading uphill to the basket.

The baskets are Chainstars in fine shape. There are nice Next Tee signs that make the course pretty easy to navigate.

The tee pads are natural. The tee signs are painted wood boards that just have a dot showing the tee, another dot showing the basket, and a rough line and distance (no par). These signs are better than nothing but they were not always pointing directly at the basket, so I threw at an incorrect angle a couple of times.

Pretty short distances here - longest hole is about 300' and three holes under 200'.

No extras like benches, trash cans, practice basket, or kiosk. I just found a course map on the lodge website and uploaded it here - it would be nice if that map were posted somewhere between the parking lot and first tee.

I did not get a chance to check out the lodge itself when I visited, but per the course info page and lodge website there are restrooms, refreshments for sale, and discs available to rent for $10/day (or free if you stay at the lodge). The course is free to play whether staying at the lodge or not.

I'm not sure where the lodge property ends but it seemed like there was definitely room to add nine more holes. Disc golf is clearly not a main attraction at the property today, but I honestly think it could be. There is land here for a world-class course, but it would need quite a bit of work to get there.

As it stands today, this course is in the 2.0-2.5 range for me. Finding the nice map posted online this morning convinced me to go with 2.5. I just noticed that several holes are listed as par 2 on the map. If you played those pars as listed, it would take a much better DG'er than me to finish under par.

The course was about what I had expected after reading the previous reviews, which is to say it was an enjoyable place to stretch my legs for half an hour near the end of a long day exploring the Keweenaw. If you similarly are in the area and have half an hour, you could do worse than check this course out.

1.) Course is located in Michigan's northernmost town, Copper Harbor. Scenery is absolutely gorgeous. Course is located at the Keweenaw Mountain Lodge. There are cabins to stay in, along with motel rooms. Mountain biking and ball golf are within walking distance.

2.) A challenging course. Course requires accuracy. Most holes are heavily wooded and narrow.

3.) There are "next hole" signs at almost every hole with paths to follow. It is relatively easy to navigate, even if it is your first time at this course.

4.) Baskets are in good shape.

5.) Course seems to be maintained. Looks like someone mowed the grass only a week or so ago.

1.) Signage could be better. There isn't any par information on any of the signs. Signs only give you two small yellow dots (where you're currently at and where the basket will be), along with the measurement and hole number. Signage could be more detailed. There are a lot of obstacles (for instance, trees) that stand in the way, so it would be nice to have a little warning on the signs.

2.) There aren't any tee pads on the entire course. All natural. The Copper Country is known for their dirt tee pads; however, 75% of the other courses have tee boxes. Where you decide to tee off is ultimately up to your discretion.

3.) Baskets are very hard to see, especially being in such a wooded area. Baskets could be more visible for players.

4.) No buckets for trash; however, I don't see many players coming up here to play often.

5.) Despite the gorgeous area, it is quite a drive to come up here and play. If you're driving from Houghton, it is 45 minutes one way.

6.) A couple of safety hazards. Holes 2 and 3, along with holes 5 and 6 are very close together. In addition, when walking from hole 4 to 5, you are walking across one of the mountain bike trails. Be on the look-out for riders.

I didn't know what to expect when I came here to play today. Copper Harbor is known for some of the best mountain biking trails in the world. I love coming up to the harbor when I have a day to kill. One of the most beautiful areas in Michigan! However, I read some of the reviews on this course beforehand, so I kind of knew it wasn't going to be the greatest course I have ever played, but I was still slightly disappointed by it.

Aesthetic-- plays through the former driving range of a large golf course at the northern most tip of Michigan. the old yardage signs are still there, most prevalently on Hole 1. Mountain bike "track" is part of hole 9 and is visible from the course. throw carefully.

Baskets-- all present but could certainly be more visible on this course. heavy woods on a few holes make is very difficult to see your target.

Signage-- reasable. have hole number, distance and a little map of the hole. Distances seem mostly accurate.

Routing and nav-- easy, next tee signs make this course enjoyable and easy to follow.

Teepads-- rough rough rough. rocks, roots, ruts and a bunch of other negatives... some of the worst tee areas I've ever seen.

Misleading fairways-- some places (2 and 3 specifically) it is VERY difficult to know where you are throwing to. the fairways are quite difficult to distinguish from other clearing like areas... I deducted a full disc for this. I found it quite annoying... In the same vane, there are very few holes with ACTUAL fairways... 7, 8, 9 had actual fairways, the others were quite shaky.

Design-- the design of several holes doesn't flow with the topography of the land the course is on... the natural flow fairway is NOT the fairway. the short holes are a whole lot short but they are quick plays for sure.

overall, it's kind of what I expected. not great, not horrible. very meh... but hey, it's the northern most course in Michigan!!

Scenery is beautiful, holes are layed out well, totally secluded and underplayed. Elevation changes and diverse hole shapes and lengths. Very natural course with minimal landscape changes.

Only 9 holes in such a beautiful setting. Dirt tees which do not bother me personally but will bother a lot of more experienced players.

This course is in an absolutely stunning area. With a little work this could be the nicest course I have played. The natural setting and landscaping looks nice but hinders play a little. It really left me wanting another 9 holes through the rolling hills. Great course overall.

good mix of open and wooded fairways

holes going left and right

course loops in a circle so easy to play18 or seemingly endless rounds

fair ways and clean easy to find discs

rough/woods are forgiving on finding discs

course appears to be built with minimal impact on environment

baskets are chainstars

2s are given for good throws 4-5s for bad throws

beginner and experienced friendly


hole vary form 305ft down to 165ft

dirt pads? some think its bad but others like dirt

only 9 holes

305ft is longest hole. this is a personal thing, i love long courses

i dont live near it

this is the best nine hole i have ever played

location is perfect right outside downtown copper harbor. this area is one of the most scenic places in the US. mountain biking kayaking and much more in the area. you can lodge at the course.

i hope this course stays. it makes my weekend trips to the Keweenaw peninsula perfect.