Black Bear GC
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3.8
1709 Reviews (1709)
5 Stars
597
4 Stars
714
3 Stars
235
2 Stars
82
1 Stars
81
Conditions
3.6
Value
3.9
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.2
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.0
79.7%
Recommend this course
1427 out of 1709 reviews
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Average Rating
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3.6
34 Reviews (34)
5 Stars
11
4 Stars
8
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
2
Conditions
3.3
Value
3.8
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.2
70.6%
Recommend this course
24 out of 34 reviews
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3.9
117 Reviews (117)
5 Stars
37
4 Stars
51
3 Stars
15
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
8
Conditions
3.7
Value
4.0
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.1
82.9%
Recommend this course
97 out of 117 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Style Links
Par 72
Length 7041 yards
Slope 139
Rating 74.1

P.B. Dye-designed Black Bear Golf Club offers good value and a challenging day. Six sets of tees give you plenty of options. This 18-hole championship facility course, located within 45 minutes of the Orlando attractions boasts of a complete practice facility that includes a double ended driving range, as well as a 40,000 sq. ft. short game area.

Golfers at Black Bear can count on the Dye trademark touches which include sandy waste bunkers, undulating greens and dramatic elevation changes-in short, Black Bear Golf Club is most definitely a "do or Dye" golf course.

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Course Details

Year Built 1995
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect P. B. Dye (1995)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS No
Pull-carts No
Caddies No
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf Simulator No
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes
Practice Hole No

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed No
Dress code Proper golf attire required

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

Available Facilities

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Reviews

3.8
1709 Reviews (1709)

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Played On
Reviews 35
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Greens are thin with some lawnmower damage on few holes . Also a bit slow. Enjoy the course layout

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 34
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Overall great course

A pleasurable visit as usual. This place is truly a hidden gem. Teed off at around noon with just a group ahead but pace of place was not an issue. Conditions were in amazing shape from tee boxes, fairways, and greens.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

First review..

Played here several before as well however never gave any reviews and couldn’t hold back on proving one.. compared to other courses at the same price range BB beats all of them by moles.. to start with T boxes, we’ll maintained, fairways in the best shape and greens are awesome.. I had a 79 most of it adds to the conditions of the course is my strong belief now!!

Lady athe bar is very friendly!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 48
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

As good as always

Course is at its usual nice conditions, played with a fun fellow and completed the round in 2 hours and 40 minutes. The staffs are very friendly (as they always are). I did notice some chemical damage on some greens, perhaps the equipment needs some fix. Will come back again

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Scenic course with challenging terrain features

Always enjoy an outing at Black Bear Golf Course. The owner and staff are always warm and welcoming. Improvements are being made continuously ~ new carts, added tee boxes, added attention to bunker maintenance, etc. Began playing this course on a regular basis in April 2020 and the conditions have been continually improving. Very enjoyable yet challenging course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 60
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 41
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Excellent condition

This course is in great shape. Nice greens that were rolling quick and true. Fairways are in really good shape as well. Fairways are fairly generous with the landing area but the approach shots require some control and accuracy as the greens are small with a lot of undulations. Nice practice facility also. Really enjoyed playing here and I look forward to returning. Definitely recommend this course if you are looking for a nice round of golf.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Saturday 18

Black Bear is a must play! Played a round last Saturday and this course is beautiful tee box to green. Very fun layout with some challenging holes and elevation. Pace of play was fine for the entire round. This was my first time playing here and certainly won’t be my last. Definitely one of my favorite courses I’ve played in the Orlando area. Can’t wait to get back out to Black Bear!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 41
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great Track

This course has a great layout, and can be very challenging depending on tees and pin placement. Course is in terrific shape, with greens rolling quick and true. Fairways are fairly generous, but accuracy on approach shots is a must as the greens are small with a lot of undulations. Highly recommend playing if you’re in the area.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Always enjoyable

One of my regular courses that I play, it has a big time course feel without the attraction area rates. The condition of the course was excellent and the pace of play was not bad (finished right at 4 hours). The layout will challenge all levels of golfer but plays fair if you play from the proper tees. Only drawback is not everyone fixes their ball marks on the greens, so they were a little pock marked the day we played. Look forward to playing this track again and again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 74
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 24
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 63
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

A good challenge

The course is in great shape in most spots. I played the front tees thinking it was the yardage on the card but soon re that they were changing the tees and distances up. It turns out that they are putting in a new tee box. So be aware. ladies the front ( red ) tees are very short. Next time Imwill,play greens. I wish they had told me that at check,in.Imfound out at the end of the round when Imasked in the shop.People are very friendly and the course is in great shape. Definitely worth a come back.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Best value in Central Florida!

Black Bear co tinies to provide a great golf experience for the money. Staff is wonderful and the course layout and condition are tops in the area .

Head to Black Bear for your next round. You will not be disappointed.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

rnbwebster

Greens are challenging and can be downright difficult depending on pin placements. Majority of the fairways are in very good condition and there is not really any rough to speak of. If you hit the ball offline you can recover easily on most of the holes.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 80
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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