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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.

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

Course Details

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Pitching & Chipping Area
Putting Green

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

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

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Rating Index

4.6
4.6 out of 5 stars, based on 519 reviews
99.7%
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  • Conditions
    4.5
  • Value
    4.4
  • Layout
    4.6
  • Friendliness
    4.8
  • Pace
    4.0
  • Amenities
    4.2
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Course Highlights
The natural, home-free setting frames a fun and fair layout that consistently earns high marks for both design and smooth pace of play. Exceptionally friendly staff and a well-appointed clubhouse with a bar make every visit worthwhile.
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