Course Description

hidden oaks golf history

Hidden Oaks formal unveiling occurred on June 1, 1999, as Michigan was re-introduced to a championship course featuring wooded, rolling terrain with some of the best greens in the state. Formerly known as Edgewood Hills, the nine-hole course began construction on a back-nine layout in 1998 that would incorporate natural wetlands and the exceptional touch of Jerry Matthews. As an 18-hole Championship Design, Hidden Oaks has flourished into a venue fit for every golfer in search of an outstanding round among nature and all of its surroundings.
For nearly 30 years, Edgewood Hills, designed by the elder Matthews – Bruce, held the reputation of the best-kept secret in the Central Michigan area. With the completion of the back nine in 1999, Hidden Oaks joined the ranks of the finest championship layouts in Michigan. St. Louis’ lone golf course has grown into a destination for players from Saginaw, Midland, Grand Rapids, Lansing, Detroit, and beyond.

hidden oaks golf course info

Architects
Front Nine – Bruce Matthews; 1970
Back Nine – Jerry Matthews; 1999
Course / Slope Rating
Championship – 72.6 / 129
Middle – 70.4 / 122
Forward – 69.4 / 121

Tees & Greens
Bent Grass
Fairways
Kentucky Bluegrass

Yardage
Championship Tees – 6,555
Middle Tees – 6,135
Forward Tees – 4,970