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Welcome to Angels Crossing Golf Club!
In the early 1900's, the "Golden Age" of golf design was underway. C.B. MacDonald, Seth Raynor, Harry Colt, William Flynn, A.W. Tillinghast, James Braid, and Stiles & Van Kleek were designing the courses many consider to be lasting classics today. Also in the early 1900's the paper boom was beginning across the Midwest. Vast timber ranges and plentiful waterways led to the development of small "mill" towns among the river valleys of Michigan. The largest of its time was built in Vicksburg, eight miles south of Kalamazoo.
The timeless courses of the "Golden Age" have become constants over the years, as were the mills that became the backbone of local economies throughout the twentieth century. At the end of the 1990's the bloom was off the paper boom and so the mills began to close.
So what does a hundred year old "mill town" do when its largest employer closes? The choice is a simple one, either reinvent itself or simply fade away to the realm of used to be. In Vicksburg, Michigan, a group of selfless, civic minded individuals have chosen to create a destination to draw visitors and new residents to its community founded upon an affordable, nostalgic golf club and an overall quality of life.
Third generation architect W. Bruce Matthews III, A.S.G.C.A. has created a modern classic with features inspired by the likes of Shinnecock Hills, Charleston Country Club, and Fox Chapel. Five sets of tees present 350 acres of generous fairways, large rolling greens, and bold bunkering overlooking Portage Creek, Barton Lake, native wetlands and prairie grasses to guests of all skill levels. In addition, an e xtensive practice facility including target greens, bunkers and a short game area are available to hone your skills. Home sites with golf and natural views are currently available on the third nine of the project. Conveniently located in southern Kalamazoo County, Michigan, Angels Crossing, offering Kalamazoo golf, is within the Village of Vicksburg. It is the most popular of all Kalamazoo golf courses Located 4.5 miles east of U.S. 131 on W Ave.(Named Eliza St. in Schoolcraft), and 8 miles south of I-94 off Portage Road. phone: 269-649-2700
Driving Directions to our Kalamazoo Golf Courses
From US-131 & Grand Rapids:
Take US-131 south to Schoolcraft. At the 2nd stoplight, (S. of McDonald’s) go EAST on Eliza St. (which becomes W Ave.) 4.5 miles to the Kalamazoo golf courses entrance on the south side of W Avenue.
From US-131 & Three Rivers:
Take US-131 north to Schoolcraft. At the 1st light, go EAST on Eliza St. and follow above directions.
From I-94 & Chicago:
Take I-94 east, exit at US-131 South interchange, then proceed to Schoolcraft (2nd light) and follow the above directions.
From I-94 & Detroit:
Take I-94 west to exit #78 - Portage Rd. Proceed south on Portage Rd., 8 miles to W Ave. Turn left, or east on W Ave., 1.5 miles to the Kalamazoo golf courses entrance. (Option: Take I-94 west to US-131 south.)
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