Bent Creek GC
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4.1
1218 Reviews (1218)
5 Stars
330
4 Stars
602
3 Stars
170
2 Stars
57
1 Stars
59
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
3.6
Amenities
3.9
89.2%
Recommend this course
1054 out of 1218 reviews
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4.2
40 Reviews (40)
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
21
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.4
Layout
4.5
Pace
3.7
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.6
92.5%
Recommend this course
37 out of 40 reviews
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4.1
71 Reviews (71)
5 Stars
29
4 Stars
29
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.3
Layout
4.5
Pace
3.5
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.6
90.1%
Recommend this course
64 out of 71 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
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
Walking Allowed Yes

Food & Beverage

Bar

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

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Reviews

4.1
1218 Reviews (1218)

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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Reviews 43
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0

Great layout

Very nice public golf course. Fairways and tee boxes are in great shape, greens are a little rough at the moment. Very playable. Will definitely play again when I am in the area.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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Commented on 10/26/2020

Thank you so much for your review! We are happy to see you enjoyed our course. We value your feedback, and hope to see you back in the future.

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Date with grandsons

The greens were horrible. Cart paths were horrible. Pace of play horrible.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
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Commented on 10/19/2020

Thank you for your review. We take your opinions seriously, and are constantly looking to improve the customer experience. Please feel free to reach out to us at info@golfbentcreek.com to discuss your concerns further.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Needs a makeover

The course layout and staff are the redeeming qualities of the course. However, the greens, or more accurately “browns” were not in great condition. The fringe was essentially dirt and it was almost impossible to have a decent putt due to patches of dirt and other undesirable conditions of the greens. Multiple putts started on an accurate line would not stay on the line because of erratic bounces. It was the only time available for my group but we will not likely be returning.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 10/21/2020

Thank you for your review, Christopher. We take your opinions seriously, and are constantly looking to enhance the customer experience. We appreciate your understanding as we work to improve course conditions. Please feel free to reach out to us at info@golfbentcreek.com to discuss your concerns further.

Played On
Reviews 43
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great layout

Great layout. Greens are not in the best shape but very playable. Fairways are in great shape and require some accuracy off the tee. A challenging but fair course. Pace of play was slow due to a tournament in the AM. Would definitely recommend this course if you’re in the area.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
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Commented on 10/19/2020

Thank you so much for your review! We are happy to see you enjoyed our course. We value your feedback, and hope to see you back in the future.

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 21
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Greens need major work fairways are in great shape.

Once greens are punched and seeded this course will be amazing.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 10/19/2020

Thank you for your review, Gloria. We take your opinions seriously, and are constantly looking to improve the customer experience. Please feel free to reach out to us at info@golfbentcreek.com to discuss your concerns further.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 37
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Good but wet

Course in relatively good shape but very wet Mud on ball on almost every fairway shot Getting no roll made for long course Some greens still had punch holes Starter was great! All in all good day of golf

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 10/06/2020

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

Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 40
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Used cart

NICE CHALLENGING COURSE.

The course condition is good overall but today the phase of play was super slow due to a foursome that was intoxicated and the course marshall did not intervene at all.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
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Commented on 09/28/2020

Thank you so much for your review! We are happy to see you enjoyed our course, but apologize for the slow pace of play. We value your feedback, and hope to see you back in the future.

Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
4.0
Previously Played

Tight course. Well maintained. Lots of fun holes.

Love this course. Play it every time I visit Jacksonville. The value is tremendous. However, it is not a walk in the park. If you can't keep the ball in the fairway prepare to lose lots of balls. Narrow fairways with water on multiple holes require you to drive it straight. Still, the conditions of the course, friendly staff and pace of play keep me coming back time after time.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 09/24/2020

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.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Good course

The marsh areas in front of tee box need to be trimmed but overall great course

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 09/17/2020

Thank you so much for your review! We are happy to see you enjoyed our course. We value your feedback, and hope to see you back in the future.

Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 140
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played

Want to fix my divots

Greens are faster. Keep working on the par 3 tee boxes. Wish y’all had sand bottles on the carts. I love this course and I hate making divots in the fairway and not be able to repair them. The new golf carts are wonderful!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 09/08/2020

Thank you so much for your review! We are happy to see you enjoyed our course. We value your feedback, and hope to see you back in the future.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course for the price

Unfortunately the driving range was closed due to heavy rain happens every now and again. A couple of the holes were cart path only because of the rain again. The greens are looking fantastic and excellent layout .Staff is always friendly and courteous.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Commented on 09/08/2020

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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