Resort · 18 holes
Westin Stonebriar Resort
Frisco, TX — Garland Lodge & Resort's Fountains course, originally designed by Ron Otto, underwent a significant redesign in 2010 by acclaimed architect Michael Benkusky. Benkusky's philosophy emphasizes combining sound design principles with an artful presentation, ensuring the course fits naturally into its stunning Northern Michigan surroundings. The Fountains course is renowned for its challenging approach shots and intricately undulating green complexes, demanding both strategy and precision from golfers. It offers a unique and balanced scorecard, featuring six par threes, six par fours, and six par fives, providing a diverse and engaging round. The course weaves through pristine terrain, characterized by rolling meadows, serene lakes, winding streams, mature hardwoods, and towering pines, creating a picturesque and immersive golfing experience. This harmonious blend of natural beauty and strategic design makes Fountains a truly rewarding play, where every shot requires thoughtful execution amidst a breathtaking landscape.
Type
Resort
Region
South Central
LooperScore
76.0
Holes
18
Par
72
Design & architects
- Tom Fazio — architect
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Nearby courses
Courses within 150 miles of Westin Stonebriar Resort, by true distance.
The Clubs of Prestonwood (Hills Course)
Plano, TX · 3.8 mi away
Old American Golf Club
Frisco, TX · 4.3 mi away
Tribute Golf Club
The Colony, TX · 4.7 mi away
Garland Lodge & Resort’s Swampfire course, designed by Ron Otto in 1987, is a true test of shot-making ability, where water hazards are strategically integrated into all but two of its 18 holes. Otto’s design philosophy for Swampfire clearly aimed to challenge golfers, demanding precision and strategic thinking on every shot. A signature feature is the unique horseshoe-shaped tee complex on hole number five, offering a memorable start to a challenging par-3. The course is carved through a stunning Northern Michigan landscape, featuring manicured fairways framed by majestic pine and hardwood forests. These fairways, characterized by a thoughtful blend of left and right doglegs, lead to large, mildly undulating, and often raised green complexes, adding another layer of complexity to approach shots. Swampfire’s picturesque setting, combined with its demanding layout and pervasive water features, makes it a compelling and rewarding experience for golfers seeking to truly assess and refine their game amidst the serene beauty of the Michigan wilderness.