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4.7
513 Reviews (513)
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4
Conditions
4.5
Value
4.6
Layout
4.8
Friendliness
4.9
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.6
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4.5
2 Reviews (2)
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4.5
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4.5
Layout
4.5
Pace
5.0
Amenities
5.0
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5.0
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4.7
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Conditions
4.3
Value
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Layout
4.8
Pace
4.7
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5.0
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About

Holes 18
Type Resort
Par 72
Length 7204 yards
Slope 143
Rating 75.5

Unlike some Jack Nicklaus golf courses that have earned a reputation for being among the world's most difficult, mid- and high-handicappers stand a fighting chance at the Grand Bear Golf Course. Nicklaus offers wide fairways before the sprawling woods take over on either side, most bunkers aren't horribly steep, and greens generally have room in front to run a shot up. The winding Biloxi River helps build Grand Bear to a dramatic finish. The par-3 14th hole plays through a chute of woods to a green guarded by the river below that runs along diagonally, punishing hooked shots left short. After another par 3 on the 16th that plays with the river to the left, the 17th once again plays over the river on the drive, then parallel to the hole. The 18th hole plays long and uphill back toward the clubhouse.

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Course Details

Year Built 1999
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Jack Nicklaus (1999)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted Yes
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper Golf Attire Required: Collared Shirt (No Denim)

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Clubhouse

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4.7
513 Reviews (513)
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First Time Playing

Nice design

The greens had just been plugged and sanded so I would not recommend playing this course anytime soon.

Very disappointing

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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5.0
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First Time Playing

Amazing course!

As soon as you enter the grounds you are treated like royalty! Staff is absolutely amazing and will assist you with anything you need. The course itself is one of a kind, extremely challenging, yet rewarding! Hands down the best overall experience from our trip to Mississippi, would definitely make time for a round or two there in a heart beat!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Skill Intermediate
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I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Absolutely beautiful

This was a treat for my son (10yrs old) and the rest of my team, the wild life deer , rabbits right in the fairways. Would recommend to everyone to go play.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Excellent

Very Playable in great condition with a friendly staff.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Jack wouldn't be happy

We played this course 2 years ago and it was an incredible course in great shape. When we played it this past Monday, the overall shape of the course was fair. The traps were washed out as can be expected with all of the rain they've had in the past month. But the fairways were not in great shape, the greens were slow, and there was NO grass on the tee boxes. The staff was excellent as they were the first time we played there.

Conditions Fair
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

This is a gorgeous course. They had aerated the greens 13 days prior, but I knew that. They were still very bumpy and you could not get a putt to hold it's line. Another few weeks, and they should be great once again.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 26
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Great Course

Great golf course. Fairways and tees in perfect shape. Greens had just been punched so they were bad but I am sure in a few weeks they will be great. Layout is unreal. No houses.....never see another hole when on the hole you are playing. Can't recommend this course enough. Will be going back SOON! Oh also saw about a 12 foot alligator....pretty cool!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
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Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Exceptional experience

This day at the course was amazing. The drive to the club house adds to its unique experience. Wish I could go there more often.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
3.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Average
Played On
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Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 173
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 100 Contributor
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First Time Playing

A must play golf course

Beautiful golf course, some challenging holes, great practice putting greens, friendly staff at the pro shop named, Toby, service was great. The starter Bailey was very knowledgeable about the course, very courteous, polite and professional. I would play this golf course again when I visit Biloxi MS, although it's about 40 minutes drive from my hotel it was worth the drive.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 34
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

Pick your misses carefully

The day was perfect, no clouds, slight breeze and dry conditions. Unfortunately, we were placed behind a tournament with 28 golfers. Pace was agonizingly slow and we wouldn't have booked knowing this. Front nine bunkers were damp and recovery was affected. Fairways and greens very good. Always a fun and challenging course with a wonderful layout.

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

Great Course

Excellent greens; fair but challenging course; scenic, too.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 30
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice course

This is an upscale type golf course- nice greens - pricy - a couple spots in need of repair but overall in very good condition

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great day on the Course

Good round of golf preceded by a wonderful reception from the Staff; Cart Attendent, Starter/Marshall and Pro Shop. One of the best Driving Ranges (on the way to the 1st Tee) you'll ever encounter. Course was in top condition and the tranquility of the natural surroundings enhanced the experience. You need to play this one . . .

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 95
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 500 Contributor
First Time Playing

Tame Nicklaus course

Jack's design normally give me fits, but I can recognize the challenge. Grand Bear was more of an average resort course. Front 9 made little impression other than the benign nature of the greens. Back 9 was more interesting (particularly the short par 4 10th & 17th) and the greens were considerably more intriguing.

Pro was very nice and helpful. Restaurant staff was great as was the food.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 163
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Top 100 Contributor
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Incredible hidden gem

As part of my latest cross country golf trip, I happened upon this course while in Biloxi. What a find to say the least!! First of all, don't be put off by the 30 minute drive and 6 mile road into the national forest to get to it. This only adds to the experience at this Jack Nicklaus masterpiece. The playing surfaces were all very well kept. The layout is very true to some of Jack's best design elements. It will present you with many thoughtful challenges through the round. Aside from the outstanding golf course, you will find the staff to be top notch. I spent plenty of time talking to the head pro about the course. There is a lot of pride put into everything here. This course can hold it's own against any other!! My top pick from anything I have played within 100 miles of Biloxi.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Grand Bear

Had an awesome day. Doyle in the front was very friendly and knowledgeable as Marshall. Driving range in great shape. Course was beautiful!!!! Great fairways and greens. Greens were very slick and fast. Clubhouse staff was great. Excellent way to watch the end of the Masters.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Biloxi golf

Great course, great layout. Challenging but fair. Friendly staff. Can't wait to play this course again.

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