HUNTMORE GOLF CLUB

The rolling farmland thirty minutes northwest of Detroit serves up a deceptively challenging test that rewards precision over power. Mature oaks and strategic water hazards force you to think your way around this Jerry Matthews design, where the par-4 14th demands a perfectly placed drive to avoid both creek and trees before attacking a well-guarded green. You'll leave understanding why locals consider this hidden gem their best-kept secret—the conditioning rivals many private clubs at a fraction of the cost.