The Fortress
Golf Course

Grab your clubs and head over to The Fortress and treat yourself to one of Michigan’s most stunning golf courses. With over 6,000 yards of impressive play on an 18-hole, par 72 course, you’re sure to enjoy your time on the course. Just a short walk from downtown Frankenmuth, and you’re ready to play!

Enjoy a Bite to Eat or Grab a Drink…

At the beautiful new pavilion at The Fortress Golf Course.

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Welcome to
The Fortress

Golf Course

The Fortress is a division of Zehnder’s and is one of Michigan’s top 25 golf courses. This breathtaking beauty spans over 6,800 yards of remarkable gameplay, highlighted by fescue-covered mounds, and lush sectioned greens. The Fortress was designed by golf architect Dick Nugent in 1992, which reveals characteristics of golf’s early Scottish origins. Bent-grass tees, greens, and fairways surround 75 bunkers.

Players have a few warm-up options, including the putting green, the chipping green with a practice bunker, and the target-oriented driving range. Special events, tournaments, clinics, and junior programs are scheduled throughout the season.

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The Fortress
Clubhouse & Pro Shop

The Fortress offers a wide range of options for your next golf outing. Stop by the clubhouse for a quick bite or grab a drink at our full-service bar.

Looking for new golf gear? Or forgot yours at home? Our Pro Shop has the latest quality golf gear. The shop carries many prominent brands and various styles for men and women.

The Fortress
Upcoming Events

UPCOMING EVENTS

Cigar Open

Halloween Bash at Splash

October 24-25, 2025 | Great Halloween fun takes place on October 24th and 25th at Zehnder’s Splash Village Hotel & Waterpark for our overnight guests. On Friday, activities begin with Halloween crafts, story time, donuts and apple cider. Later, kids can take a Trick or Treat walk, enjoy popcorn and a Halloween movie to complete the evening. On Saturday, a coloring contest begins the day with prizes for different age groups. There will be cookie decorating, craft time and then Trick or Treat in the evening followed by a Halloween movie and popcorn. Enjoy a Spooky Dinner Buffet on Friday and Saturday and upload your favorite costume photo to the Spooky Costume Contest for a chance to win great Zehnder’s prizes!

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