Bear Creek Golf Club

About
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.
Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
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Black | 72 | 6553 yards | 72.7 | 131 |
White | 72 | 5962 yards | 69.5 | 126 |
Brown | 72 | 4991 yards | 65.9 | 107 |
Brown (W) | 72 | 4991 yards | 70.1 | 124 |
Panda (W) | 72 | 4724 yards | 68.7 | 120 |
Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
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Black M: 72.7/131 | 595 | 503 | 161 | 392 | 490 | 452 | 209 | 391 | 189 | 3382 | 468 | 166 | 357 | 413 | 368 | 400 | 99 | 350 | 550 | 3171 | 6553 |
White M: 69.5/126 | 530 | 475 | 141 | 379 | 444 | 386 | 174 | 375 | 159 | 3063 | 440 | 154 | 331 | 310 | 358 | 380 | 83 | 318 | 525 | 2899 | 5962 |
Brown M: 65.9/107 W: 70.1/124 | 482 | 409 | 133 | 346 | 414 | 287 | 129 | 289 | 126 | 2615 | 382 | 148 | 281 | 240 | 311 | 283 | 77 | 278 | 376 | 2376 | 4991 |
Panda M: 63.7/100 W: 68.7/120 | 472 | 360 | 125 | 336 | 374 | 277 | 125 | 285 | 121 | 2475 | 372 | 136 | 275 | 230 | 292 | 239 | 77 | 262 | 366 | 2249 | 4724 |
Handicap | 9 | 3 | 13 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 18 | 6 | 12 | 2 | 14 | 4 | 16 | 10 | 8 | |||
Par | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
Handicap (W) | 3 | 13 | 11 | 1 | 5 | 17 | 15 | 7 | 9 | 12 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 10 | 18 | 14 | 16 | 4 |
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Photo submitted by eqYoLMyhnGVuwQVzmyDj on 08/28/2025
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Photo submitted by juliahecky on 07/16/2025
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9:30 tee time. Lol Photo submitted by glenco68 on 03/29/2025
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Photo submitted by 77N4roMjklZjdRHMcF6h on 07/28/2023
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Photo submitted by MYwUPYLeidN4YqVkk3pj on 07/27/2023
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Photo submitted by mwbrown69 on 06/05/2023
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Photo submitted by mwbrown69 on 06/05/2023
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Photo submitted by mwbrown69 on 06/05/2023
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Photo submitted by mwbrown69 on 06/05/2023
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Photo submitted by socialw on 10/17/2022
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Photo submitted by socialw on 10/17/2022
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Linda really enjoyed playing at Bear Creek today! Photo submitted by fishyracer24 on 09/13/2021
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overwatered green Photo submitted by chefgilly on 06/06/2021
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Fairway conditions Photo submitted by chefgilly on 06/06/2021
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Photo submitted by Tracydoster on 03/29/2021
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Photo submitted by fishyracer24 on 11/23/2020
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My partner Linda at the 18th hole Photo submitted by fishyracer24 on 08/07/2020
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Behind 18th green Photo submitted by 3TimeAWeekGolfer on 01/30/2020
Very Impressed improvement of the course with the new ownership
We have been playing on this course many rounds in the past, and this round would be the most impressive one. Overall, the course is well-maintained, and the greens and the fairways are in excellent condition. As noted, some renovations and improvements are still in progress - but hopefully, the entire car paths will be redone soon. Also importantly, the real tee boxes for the new #16 par-three needed to be completed soon, so it will not be seen as a temporary hole.
Fairways and greens were in good shape. Good job guys.
Tough day
The cart paths were like riding through a war zone for much of the course. There was a lot of construction in places and the holes weren’t clearly defined in location.
Tossed my key to the golf cart at me instead of handing it to me
Slow Labor Day Round
We arrived 30 minutes before tee time. We finally exited the pro shop 25 minutes later. Computer system was down. Barely made our tee time, which was running 10 minutes late. At time we discovered we were in a fivesome. We had to rush to keep up with group in front. Had to wait also. 5 hour round. Greens are in good shape and roll well. Fairways play well. Some tee boxes are lost. Several holes with odd blind shots. You have to know what club to hit. First hole I ran over the green with 235 yards to go after hitting my 185 club. Fourth hole you have to hit less than 190, water covers right side, narrow fairway and woods on left, downhill to high rough and creek. No. 15 over 200 uphill to fairway cut. No. 18 tee was pushed back. Too long a carry to fairway from white tee. Odd architecture can be annoying.
GREAT LAYOUT
They have really improved the fairways and greens. Also cleaned up th wooded areas. I have been playing this course for over 20 years.
Fun
Fun course. Somewhat challenging. Good variety of tee times for late bookings
First time playing here in years.
I have always loved playing here but haven’t been out since 2019 or so. I was very impressed with the current condition of the course, beautiful fairways and fast greens. Staff was very nice, and they have added a driving range since the last time I was here. Overall great experience, I’m looking forward to playing here again soon.
Unique Layout
This course has several unique and challenging holes. It is a good test for a reasonable price. There are some blind shots off the tee that require some local knowledge or you will wind up in the creek at No. 4 and No. 13. On No. 15 I hit it 200 yards uphill from the white tee and did not reach the fairway cut. The No. 18 white tee needs to be moved up. Greens are in good shape, and fairways are firm and fast, but on some tees it is tough to get a tee in the ground.
Great course
Great course and layout cart paths were rough and back 9 par 3 odd , overall enjoyed
