Golden Bear GC at Indigo Run
A view of a green protected by bunkers at Golden Bear Golf Club - Indigo Run
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4.3
4261 Reviews (4261)
5 Stars
1707
4 Stars
1819
3 Stars
512
2 Stars
161
1 Stars
62
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.2
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.0
90.5%
Recommend this course
3759 out of 4261 reviews
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4.5
53 Reviews (53)
5 Stars
36
4 Stars
12
3 Stars
3
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.4
Layout
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
4.3
StaffFriendliness
4.7
92.5%
Recommend this course
49 out of 53 reviews
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4.3
213 Reviews (213)
5 Stars
112
4 Stars
72
3 Stars
21
2 Stars
7
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.2
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.0
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.6
89.2%
Recommend this course
190 out of 213 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Woodland
Par 72
Length 7014 yards
Slope 132
Rating 73.7

Jack Nicklaus designed the golf course at the Golden Bear Golf Club at Indigo Run. The 18-hole, public course is touted as having one of the best layouts in the area. The par-72 course offers 7,014 yards of challenging and fun golf. Golden Bear Golf Club at Indigo Run's design emphasizes strategy rather than power. Sand and water hazards add interest to the course. In addition to providing a great game of golf, the course also has picturesque scenery with the many oaks and pines that snake though the course. It has been named one of America's Top 100 Courses priced under $100.

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Course Details

Year Built 1993
Golf Season Year round
Architect Nicklaus (1993) Bruce Borland (1993)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
GPS ParView GPS Full Color System on
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Collared shirts are required. Shorts must be Bermuda-length. Tennis shoes are allowed.

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

Available Sports

Tennis
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4.3
4261 Reviews (4261)

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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 5
Handicap 15-19
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Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

One of the better deals on HHI

Always a solid round Golden Bear, a beautiful, if unspectacular Jack Nicklaus course that’s consistently in good shape and more affordable than the majority of courses on the island.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 05/17/2024

Thank you for your review and for appreciating the value and condition of our course. We're glad you enjoy your rounds here at Golden Bear.

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Reviews 24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Used cart

Rude staff

I go to Hilton Head at least three times a year a play at least 2x when I go, the people that work at this course were the rudest I have ever encountered, I wont be back

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Poor
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 05/17/2024

We're truly sorry to hear about your experience with our staff during your visits. Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a more positive experience in the future. Please feel free to reach out to us to discuss your visit in more detail.

Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great Course and Condition

3 rd time playing this course, it is in great condition. Fairways and greens are near perfect condition. While definitely play here again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 05/17/2024

Thank you for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that the condition of our course has made a positive impression, and we look forward to welcoming you back again.

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 4
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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
Wet weather
Used cart

Great Course

We always try to play this course when we come to the island. Greens are in great shape. The cart paths are maintained. Carts are in good shape. Lots of water hazards along the fairway so keep it in the middle.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 05/17/2024

Thank you for the kind words and for choosing our course during your visits to the island! We're glad you enjoy the condition of the greens, cart paths, carts, and the challenge our water hazards present.

Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Overall good course

Course is in excellent condition. Greens are all good. Course is just moderate difficulty so it’s a good for us 23 handicap people to play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 05/17/2024

We're delighted to hear that you appreciated the condition of our course and found it well-suited for your skill level. Thank you for sharing your experience!

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

We played at 2pm and got a 65 dollar rate which is awesome for this course. Well maintained with great greens.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 05/17/2024

Thank you for sharing your positive experience and appreciation for our course maintenance and rates. We're thrilled you enjoyed the greens!

Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Average course, great location

We played at 3pm on Saturday 11th May.

The course was generally scruffy, tee boxes were a mess, fairways ok and greens ran pretty well.

We paid the twilight rate, I would not want to pay the full rate.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 05/17/2024

Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback about your experience. We're sorry to hear the course conditions did not meet your expectations, and we’re continuously working to improve them.

Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fun Round

Got to slip in an extra round while on vacation Had a great time, got paired with a young man who was a pleasure to play with. Staff was fantastic as always and the course was in great shape. Pace of play was good for the time of year (this is the 2nd best time of the year here). High recommend playing this course if you get a chance.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 05/17/2024

We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your extra round and the company you were paired with! Thank you for the high recommendation and for acknowledging our staff and course condition.

Played On
Reviews 4
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 28
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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