Golf in Bay City, MI offers two distinct ways to play: indoor simulator golf at BC Golf Sim and miniature golf at Buoy 18. BC Golf Sim, at 110 Salzburg Ave, uses TRACKMAN technology and has the highest Google rating of these three businesses: 4.9 from 57 reviews. Its daily hours run from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Reviewers mention a clean place to practice and helpful staff; one also reports a low ceiling and warns taller players.
Buoy 18, at 960 E Midland St, pairs miniature golf with ice cream, bubble tea, and an arcade. It holds a 4.7 Google rating from 422 reviews and welcomes children, families, and groups. Weekday hours are 3–9 p.m., while Saturday and Sunday hours begin at 10 a.m. and end at 9 p.m. One reviewer specifically mentions water hazards; another says the visit felt unhurried.
For dinner after playing, Governor's Quarters at 1304 S Wenona St serves sandwiches, wings, and comfort food, including vegan options. Its 4.6 Google rating comes from 596 reviews, the largest review count of the three. It opens at 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, closing at 11:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. All three businesses list free lot parking.
4.7(422)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 422 reviews (Google rating)
Golf Course
Closed · opens 10:00 AM
Buoy 18 Ice Cream, Miniature Golf, Bubble tea, Arcade combines miniature golf and arcade activities with ice cream and bubble tea at 960 E Midland St in Bay City, MI. The business lists daily opening, including Saturday and Sunday, though specific hours are not provided. Its setting is described as casual and cozy, with seating available for visitors. Families, children and groups are welcome, and dogs are allowed both inside and outside.
Practical amenities include free on-site parking, free street parking and a restroom. The entrance, parking, restroom and seating are listed as wheelchair accessible. Takeout is available, but delivery and table service are not offered. Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted. Buoy 18 has a Google rating of 4.7 from 422 reviews, adding a review-based reference point for this combination of recreation and refreshments.
4.9(57)· Google4.9 out of 5 from 57 reviews (Google rating)
Golf Course
Closed · opens 10:00 AM
BC Golf Sim is an indoor golf facility at 110 Salzburg Ave in Bay City, MI, with TRACKMAN technology for simulated play. Its listed Summer Membership costs $1,500 and includes unlimited golf from May 1 through September 30, with access any day and at any hour. The membership also allows a member to bring one friend at no extra cost. Membership inquiries go to support@bcgolfsim.com. The business has a Google rating of 4.9 from 57 reviews.
The facility welcomes families and children, identifies as LGBTQ-welcoming, and lists itself as a transgender safe space. Free on-site parking is available, including wheelchair-accessible parking. The entrance and restroom are also wheelchair-accessible. Amenities include Wi-Fi and a restroom, but there is no restaurant. BC Golf Sim accepts credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments, and lists discounts for active military personnel.
