Black Bear GC
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3.7
1741 Reviews (1741)
5 Stars
601
4 Stars
722
3 Stars
248
2 Stars
86
1 Stars
84
Conditions
3.5
Value
3.8
Layout
4.3
Friendliness
4.2
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.9
77.4%
Recommend this course
1446 out of 1741 reviews
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3.2
55 Reviews (55)
5 Stars
9
4 Stars
13
3 Stars
19
2 Stars
10
1 Stars
4
Conditions
2.7
Value
3.2
Layout
4.0
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.2
60.0%
Recommend this course
33 out of 55 reviews
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3.7
120 Reviews (120)
5 Stars
33
4 Stars
44
3 Stars
24
2 Stars
10
1 Stars
9
Conditions
3.4
Value
3.7
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.1
75.8%
Recommend this course
91 out of 120 reviews
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Course Highlights
Black Bear's hilly, non-traditional Florida layout consistently earns high marks for its challenging elevation changes and well-regarded course design. Friendly staff, smooth pace of play, and strong overall value make this a rewarding round worth revisiting.

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

Clubhouse
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Reviews

3.7
1741 Reviews (1741)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 32
Patio Dining 17
Brunch 13
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 62
Elevation Changes 55
Undulating Greens 49
This course/club is great for:
Locals 40
Advanced Golfers 34
Seniors 18
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 49
In the 'Burbs 29
Convenient to the City 7

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Reviews 43
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 43
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 65
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 84
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 28
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Always Great

BB is always in great shape and always plays well. This is one I will keep playing as a regular. No complaints here.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 26
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

First impression

Let start with,I’ll be back. Being a seasonal for the first time in the area I have trying different courses. Absolutely loved this course as it has he feel of a big time course. The amount of bunkers is intimidating but I only found one all day. The condition of the course was very good. The reason I didn’t give this course 5 stars is that I hold that for truly exceptional courses. Think Pinehurst #4.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 136
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played

A good test

The course is in good condition. The greens are a little slow but roll true. Tees and fairways are fine. The heavy rain last week has washed out some of the bunkers. There is just enough rough to impact wayward drives. The greens are long but very narrow. Being elevated makes them difficult to to hit particularly on windy days. A large driving range and putting green gives you plenty of space to warm up. The new carts are also a plus. Black Bear is playable for all skill levels as there are not many forced carries. Even though it’s playable, the bear does have teeth and is very tough to score well if you don’t have your “A” game.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Enjoyed it!

Great facility overall. Great new carts and the fairways and greens are in great shape.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 15
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Good But Windy

The course conditions were pretty good, but the windy conditions made it more difficult. No fault of the course, just a bad day.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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