Bent Creek GC
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4.0
1207 Reviews (1207)
5 Stars
326
4 Stars
596
3 Stars
170
2 Stars
57
1 Stars
58
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
3.6
Amenities
3.9
88.6%
Recommend this course
1044 out of 1207 reviews
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4.2
36 Reviews (36)
5 Stars
13
4 Stars
18
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.4
Layout
4.5
Pace
3.6
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.5
91.7%
Recommend this course
33 out of 36 reviews
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4.1
87 Reviews (87)
5 Stars
32
4 Stars
38
3 Stars
10
2 Stars
5
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Pace
3.6
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.6
89.7%
Recommend this course
78 out of 87 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout offers a genuine challenge with interesting twists, and conditions consistently impress from tee to green. Exceptionally friendly staff and outstanding value make this one of Jacksonville's best deals.

About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 71
Length 6420 yards
Slope 136
Rating 71.6

Since the opening of Bent Creek Golf Course in 1989, the 6,420-yard, par-71 course has provided a challenging golf experience for residents of Northeast Florida and visitors alike.

Crafted by renowned architect Bobby Weed with consulting services by Mark McCumber, Bent Creek's meandering terrain takes golfers through a certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, towering pines and alongside creeks and swales. The championship layout boasts Bermuda grass greens, plush fairways and a state-of-the-art lighted practice facility - home of the Bent Creek Golf Academy.

From the back tees, Bent Creek carries a rating of 71.6 and a slope of 136. The challenge starts with the first hole, which measures 538 yards from the gold tees, just 20 yards short of No. 15, the longest hole on the golf course.

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Course Details

Year Built 1989
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Bobby Weed (1989) Mark McCumber (1989)

Rentals/Services

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

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "Bent Creek Golf Academy"
Golf Simulator Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Indoor Practice Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Bar

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

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Reviews

4.0
1207 Reviews (1207)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 30
19th Hole Specials 17
Patio Dining 16
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 58
Bunkers 45
Forced Carries 33
This course/club is great for:
Locals 53
Seniors 33
Advanced Golfers 32
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 41
Worth the Drive 38
In the 'Burbs 22

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Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Temporary greens

The course has replanted the greens and so they're using temporary greens. The new greens look like they'll be excellent, and the rest of the course is well maintained. It was a hot day in Jacksonville, but I enjoyed the course.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 08/10/2021

Thanks for your review, David. We can't wait for the renovation to be complete. See you back soon!

Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart

Good Course

Course was challenging today. It wasn't the staff's fault, just was wet due to recent rains. Greens are being upgraded and it looks like it will be a very good improvement!!!! I look forward to returning and trying them when completed.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 09/13/2021

Thank you so much for your review! We are so glad to hear you enjoy our course and wonderful staff. We look forward to having you back in the future.

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Commented on 09/08/2021

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We appreciate the feedback and hope to see you back soon!

Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Temporary greens.

The course had 18 temporary greens. I get why but the par 3’s were literally too short to play. Last rant I called course earlier in day to determine if it was cart path only. I was informed there were no restrictions. It was cart path only. It matters to an older person like myself.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 09/13/2021

Thank you for your review. We take customer feedback seriously and are constantly working to improve. Please reach out to us directly if you would like to discuss your experience further.

Played On
Reviews 1
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 37
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Thanks all 18 holes had temporary greens, very upsetting. I wished I would’ve known that before we played there,. Would be happy to go back when they’re done with this remodel

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 09/13/2021

Sorry to hear you didn't enjoy your experience and thanks for taking the time to leave a review. We are happy to inform you that there are no more temporary greens!

Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
1.0
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Course being worked on

The overall setup is poor. Was not informed that the greens were being redone and wont be ready until September 2021 so makeshift greens were cut on the front of the each original green. They weren't cut well at all, forget about putting.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 07/11/2021

Thank you for your review. We apologize that the green renovation notification was not clearly communicated. We have it posted on our website prior to booking, at the reservation center and golf shop. Sometimes it gets missed and we apologize. Our newly renovated greens will be open in September! Hope to see you back to check them out.

Played On
Reviews 1
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 07/11/2021

Thank you for your feedback! Our newly renovated greens will be open in September! Look forward to having you come back to check them out.

Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 07/11/2021

Thank you for your great review!

Played On
Reviews 35
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Rainy Fathers Day round

Overall course layout and condition was good… still have temp greens and a few had rivers running thru them because it rained the whole time… oh well played decent and paired up with a nice guy from GA. Will be great when new greens are in!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
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Commented on 07/11/2021

Thanks for spending your Father's Day with us! Cant wait to have you back once our new greens are ready!

Played On
Reviews 69
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Great value!

Lots of complaints about no warning of temp greens. The notification has been on golf now since they started them. Course is in pretty good condition and is very user friendly. For the money this is an excellent course. Staff was very friendly as well. Seth was really helpful and cordial.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 09/13/2021

Thank you so much for your review! We are so glad to hear you enjoy our course and wonderful staff. We look forward to having you back in the future with our new greens ready for play!

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Commented on 07/11/2021

Thanks for your feedback! Greens will be ready in September and we cant wait to have you back!

Played On
Reviews 61
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Temporary Greens

I was not aware there would be temporary greens

No mention on golfnow page

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Easy
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Temporary greens

Course is in very good condition except for the temporary greens, very small, rough, bumpy. Was told of this before round and I understand but it does really affect play. Maybe some temporary yardage markers would help as the greens are not a consistent distance from the greens under construction, some are 100 yds + shorter.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 07/11/2021

Thank you. That's really good feedback. Hopefully we will see you back at the course soon.

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 07/11/2021

Thanks for playing!

Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Temp Greens Until September 2021

Should be a disclaimer that the greens are under construction... Club is utilizing temporary greens placed about 20 yards in front of actual greens. Great time to take someone learning out. Not much traffic. Nice course for the money normally. Have to plan shots well. Not a long course. Friendly staff.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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