Bear Creek GC
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3.3
1237 Reviews (1237)
5 Stars
366
4 Stars
499
3 Stars
205
2 Stars
94
1 Stars
73
Conditions
3.2
Value
3.5
Layout
3.4
Friendliness
4.0
Pace
3.5
Amenities
3.1
64.2%
Recommend this course
973 out of 1237 reviews
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2.8
40 Reviews (40)
5 Stars
2
4 Stars
13
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
12
1 Stars
6
Conditions
2.6
Value
3.0
Layout
2.9
Pace
2.9
Amenities
2.9
StaffFriendliness
3.7
47.5%
Recommend this course
19 out of 40 reviews
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3.1
103 Reviews (103)
5 Stars
14
4 Stars
34
3 Stars
21
2 Stars
20
1 Stars
14
Conditions
3.0
Value
3.3
Layout
3.2
Pace
3.3
Amenities
3.0
StaffFriendliness
3.9
58.3%
Recommend this course
60 out of 103 reviews
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Course Highlights
Welcoming staff consistently go above and beyond to accommodate golfers, earning strong praise for their friendliness and flexibility. Greens are well-maintained and fast, with fairways in solid shape offering a genuinely enjoyable round.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6553 yards
Slope 131
Rating 72.7

Monroe's Bear Creek Golf Club is situated in the heart of Walton County. It's less than an hour from Atlanta, making it a conveniently close getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city. The course originally opened in 1990 but in 2008 it changed ownership and underwent a major renovation that elevated its conditions to rival that of any of the area's best golf courses. The bunkers were rebuilt and re-sanded and the fairways were re-conditioned. Bear Creek G.C. has always been known for its excellent greens, which have a reputation for being some of the state's finest putting surfaces. The layout measures 6,585 yards from the back tees, which may seem short but there are some ups and downs throughout that will make it feel much longer.

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Course Details

Year Built 1990
Greens Champions Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Phillip Ballard (2000)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included
Pull-carts Finn scooters available
Caddies No
Clubs No

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Irons only
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro No
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Snacks

Available Facilities

Clubhouse
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Reviews

3.3
1237 Reviews (1237)

What Golfers Are Saying

Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 43
Undulating Greens 35
Bunkers 28
This course/club is great for:
Locals 44
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 29
Advanced Golfers 20
This Course's Location is:
In the 'Burbs 37
Worth the Drive 33
Convenient to the City 8

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Played On
Reviews 37
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 09/08/2023

Hi, GreatGolfrisk. We would love to hear more about your positive experience on our course. Please contact us to share with us your favorite part of your experience. Thanks for golfing at Bear Creek Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Need starters on the weekend.

If a round is over $50 there should be a starter/marshal helping control pace of play, especially on a holiday. Luckily, a couple of groups were able to work together and consolidate as necessary, but that shouldn’t have to happen. And we were waiting 5-10 minutes on each hole to hit.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
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Commented on 09/12/2023

We appreciate your feedback regarding the pace of play during your recent visit. We apologize for any inconvenience caused and will take your comments into consideration to improve our service. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, and thanks for choosing Bear Creek Golf Course.

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
1.0
Previously Played

6 hour round

I cannot believe you can run a weekend and holiday business without the appropriate staff. No starter no bar staff and no ranger. Got to do a better job if the price goes up. You know that can barter for help.

Conditions Excellent
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 09/13/2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review about your recent experience at our business. We apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced due to the lack of staff during the weekend and holidays. Your feedback will be taken into consideration as we strive to improve our service and ensure adequate staffing availability. Thank you again for your valuable input.

Played On
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

No sweat round

The course was a great condition. The greens were excellent. I like seeing this course get better over the weeks. Great track to play. I'll be back!!!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Commented on 09/12/2023

Hi, BeeGee1. We appreciate you leaving a review and rating us. We will inform the entire team, so they know their hard work is paying off. We look forward to having you back at Bear Creek Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

It’s time for real tee boxes on #16 and cart paths could use some loving!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 09/12/2023

Thanks so much for the great review, u189085847. We look forward to welcoming you back to our course soon. Thanks for choosing Bear Creek Golf Club.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Fair
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 09/08/2023

Hello, u314164544942. We appreciate the review. You rated us 3-stars which means there is room to improve on your recent experience at Bear Creek Golf Club. Let us know, in the comments, how and where you would like to see changes from the course. Thanks for the feedback!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing

I don’t understand

Because I booked on the GolfNow app my friend who got hurt during the round and couldn’t finish was not allowed a refund for the back 9 or even a rain check to play when he Isn’t injured anymore. People were on top of each other the entire round. Overall was just an average experience and a little dissatisfied with the no help with my friend.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
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Commented on 09/12/2023

We apologize for any inconvenience or dissatisfaction you experienced during your round. We understand your frustration, and we appreciate you bringing these issues to our attention. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review.

Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
1.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Never get to play

I took a day off as vacation and reserved this course through Golfnow. When we got there, qe learned there was flood and the course was not playable. They could habe called ma and notify that course was not playable due to flood before we got there since it was about 1 hr drive. Luckily we were able to play round of golf near Providence. Tks to the lady whonwirked there at the course.

Really disappointed but hope to play there next time. I have asked for reimbursement and hopdully we can get reimbused online.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
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Commented on 09/13/2023

We apologize for the inconvenience caused by the flood at our course and for not notifying you in advance. We appreciate your understanding and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future. Thank you for leaving a review, and thanks for choosing Bear Creek.

Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap Don't know
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Great facility

Course is well kept and maintained. Greens were in great shape. Only negative is some of the cart paths need to be worked on. Highly recommend this place.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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Commented on 09/12/2023

u314164125308, thank you for your kind words! We hope to see you again at the course very soon for another 5-star experience. Thanks for choosing Bear Creek Golf Club.

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 09/08/2023

Hi, u7516483. We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. Thank you for the 4 stars! We aim for a 5-star experience, so we always welcome feedback for improvement. Thank you for playing Bear Creek Golf Club.

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 09/08/2023

Hello ethanwoody. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave an excellent rating! We really appreciate your business. Please let us know what we can do for you in the future to earn that last star and thanks for choosing Bear Creek Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 09/12/2023

We love hearing about our golfers' experiences, Joel7605426. Please tell us more about what you enjoyed during your round. Thanks for choosing Bear Creek Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 09/08/2023

Hi, u000002371484. We would love to hear more about your 4-star experience on our course. Please tell us what we can do to earn that last star, and thanks for golfing at Bear Creek Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Course is getting better each time I go. Owners are showing they care for a nice course

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
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Commented on 09/12/2023

Thank you for your review! We appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear that you have noticed improvements in our course. We are constantly working to provide a great experience for our customers.

Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Commented on 09/08/2023

We love hearing about our golfers' experiences, u314160665844. Please tell us more about what you enjoyed during your round. Thanks for choosing Bear Creek Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Hottest day of the Year

Recent changes at Bear Creek have been very positive. New Carts, New Driving Range and New attitude. They's spent some money on the course and everyone was nicer than ever.

Only complaint goes to the greenskeepers. Almost every hole had burnt, worn edges. Had 4 putts lipout due to bad hole edges.

For the hottest day of the year...it was a great day and great round.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 09/12/2023

Hello, u314164451956. Thanks so much for your review. We're so glad you enjoyed your round at Bear Creek Golf Club. That's what we like to hear! We hope to see you again soon!

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 Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 08/16/2023

Hi, ethanwoody. We would love to hear more about your positive experience on our course. Please contact us to share with us your favorite part of your experience. Thanks for golfing at Bear Creek Golf Club!

Played On
Reviews 65
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Poor
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Poor
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Commented on 09/08/2023

Hello, u654867860. We appreciate the review. You rated us 3-stars which means there is room to improve on your recent experience at Bear Creek Golf Club. Let us know, in the comments, how and where you would like to see changes from the course. Thanks for the feedback!

Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good but busy

Good course just super slow. I understand it’s the weekend but they ran out of carts when we got there and had to wait 15 after our tee time to start our round which wasn’t too bad but the round ended up being close to 5 hours due to all the waiting around at every tee box. But other than that, pretty decent course.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Good
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Commented on 09/12/2023

Hello, u314161106334. Thank you for visiting us at Bear Creek Golf Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Wet weather
Used cart

Hidden Gem and not for long

I hope it stays hidden. This is one of the best secrets in North Atlanta. Reminds me of Chicopee Woods because it's so well maintained. Pro Shop is top notch and I love their motto. I'll definitely be back....more than once

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 09/13/2023

Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing Bear Creek Golf Club.

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