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
4325 Reviews (4325)
5 Stars
1739
4 Stars
1844
3 Stars
515
2 Stars
163
1 Stars
64
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.2
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.0
89.9%
Recommend this course
3818 out of 4325 reviews
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4.4
92 Reviews (92)
5 Stars
54
4 Stars
30
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
2
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.3
Layout
4.7
Pace
4.2
Amenities
4.2
StaffFriendliness
4.7
93.5%
Recommend this course
86 out of 92 reviews
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4.3
164 Reviews (164)
5 Stars
92
4 Stars
50
3 Stars
11
2 Stars
8
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.2
Value
4.2
Layout
4.5
Pace
4.1
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.6
89.6%
Recommend this course
147 out of 164 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout consistently challenges players of all skill levels while remaining enjoyable, with well-maintained conditions year-round thanks to winter over-seeding. Exceptionally friendly and knowledgeable staff make every visit welcoming, adding real value to an already strong overall experience.

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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Reviews

4.3
4325 Reviews (4325)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 42
Patio Dining 13
Brunch 12
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 107
Water Hazards 99
Narrow Fairways 51
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 67
Locals 58
Seniors 52
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 62
Near Local Attractions 38
At a Resort 33

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Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

First Time

Our first time here although we have played many of the Hilton Head courses. Reasonably priced. Wide landing areas but be wary of the large live oaks that overhang the fairways. The greens were immaculate though the back nine was slower. I thought the course played shorter (6200 yards felt more like 5800) than the marked yardage as the fairways were firm. One issue - I ended up in a pond that was not marked with a stake tall enough to be seen from the fairway -- and with out GPS os unknown to a first time player. A few pins were in rather interesting places for a resort course but there is nothing unusual about that occurrence. We will be back on our next trip.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 05/03/2024

Thank you for your detailed feedback and for choosing our course for your golfing experience. We apologize for the confusion regarding the unmarked pond and will look into improving our course markings to enhance the experience for all players. Looking forward to welcoming you back on your next trip.

Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great course, great Golf Mow rate.

Excellent course. Was I great shape. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Nice layout. Would highly recommend. Snack bar closes relatively early and I played later but that is understandable…Also got a great rate on Golf Now.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 05/03/2024

Thank you for your kind words about our golf course and staff, and for recommending us! We're glad to hear you found a great rate and appreciate your understanding regarding the snack bar's hours.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good course

We had a great time although it was crowded.

RBC weekend in Hilton Head so everyone and their mothers were out playing golf.

Watch out for the gators !

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser

Disappointed

A complete let down! We expected so much more from a course with Jack’s name on it. The course is on level with the $45 courses we play here in central Florida. So glad we didn’t pay and play in the morning.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 19
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Slow going

The course was in great shape from tee to green. There are two areas that need a lot of attention, the very slow play, especially on the back nine and we teed off at 1400 and never saw a cart girl the entire 5 plus hour round.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

nice course

Beautiful setting, reasonable pace.pertty well kept for a public course.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

OK but not worth the dough

Course was OK. Layout was good, staff was friendly, but the price was too steep given the condition of the course. Rental clubs were also very expensive. If you’re looking for a great experience in this area at a good price go to Old South.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played

Slow Play - No Ranger - Club House Closes at 5pm on a Weekend

We love this course. We play it every year. Very disappointed in the pace of play. No ranger moving groups along. Unreal that a clubhouse closes at 5pm on a Saturday. Unacceptable.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
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 Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Golden Bear Golf

Highly recommend this golf course. This is the second year in a row my friends and I played this course. It is a must play venue. Great conditions. Challenging hole and be careful of the blind spots.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
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 Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 2
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 Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Golden Bear Golf Course

A beautiful golf course!! Very excited to play. Great value for 18 holes w/ cart. We are New Englanders so this was our 1st golf outing since last fall. Naturally rusty but so happy to play here. All was good until staff came out multiple times to tell us to pick up our pace of play. After our 2nd talking to, we became flustered and frustrated which made the back 9 less enjoyable (btw, we did catch up to the group ahead of us and waited on multiple holes for them to finish up). Again, a beautiful course on a beautiful day but sadly left a sour taste in our mouths.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 75
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 Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Beautiful Course.

We are never disappointed when we play Golsen Bear!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Good conditions, good twilight rate

Really liked the layout, course was in good condition. Greens were consistent, fairways in nice shape, several water holes which I like at a beach course. Affordable twilight rate (for HHI, still pricy compared to back home courses) after 2pm and was able to finish in 4 1/2 hours… book early to get the 2:00 time. Staff was friendly. Driving range was good.

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