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Black Bear Golf Club

1500 Alexander Rd , Vanderbilt, MI 49795, Otsego County
(989) 983-4441
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Holes 18
Par 72
Length 6425 yds
Rating 71.8
Slope 144
Type Resort
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Course Details

Rentals & Services

Golf Carts Yes - included in green fees
Golf Clubs

Practice & Instruction

Driving Range
Golf School Academy
Golf Simulator
Teaching Pro
Pitching & Chipping Area
Putting Green
Practice Hole

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Metal Spikes

Food & Beverage

Restaurant
Year Built 1996
Golf Season Open: 4/01 Closed: 10/15
Architect(s) Mark Sauger

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4.1
4.1 out of 5 stars, based on 245 reviews
85.7%
Recommend
245
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  • 1 Stars
  • Conditions
    4.0
  • Value
    4.3
  • Layout
    4.5
  • Friendliness
    4.4
  • Pace
    3.9
  • Amenities
    4.0
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Course Highlights
A unique practice hole, elevation changes, and a diverse layout make this northern Michigan course a consistently rewarding round. The upgraded clubhouse, bourbon bar, and simulators complement outstanding staff and exceptional value.

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harryone
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Recommended
Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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u314159956226
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Black Bear

Nice greens, very hilly, fairways could use work. Nice layout.

Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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Ghvj5ntOZ2s5b4TmdkD9
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Tee Boxes

Best forward tee boxes I’ve seen in quite some time. Good work.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
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Barry8156081
Reviews 17
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Course conditions

I was greatly surprised to see the condition of the chorus after the new owners took over. It is the best I’ve ever seen it. Well worth the time to come and play.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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MagnusGTO
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great Round

Enjoyed a round with friends. Lots of construction going on but did not seem to hamper play. The 19th practice hole is a great idea as well as the $1 per person hole-in-one contest, unique. Very hilly but typical for this area, my knees were not fans. Would definitely play this course again when in the area.

First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Pace 3.0
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u000004922753
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 2.0
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6O1Z9jLFp26cAq4IDNAT
Review 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Course improving each year under new ownership. Filled in ponds recently Still work to be done but good layout .

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
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u314162095366
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Course has come a long way!👍🏼

The new owners have done a fantastic job reviving this course from what it was before. From staff to course is great! Course is in awesome shape and new ponds are being put in now. 👍🏼

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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cassel191919
Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great course at a great price

Was glad to see the course get back to what it used to be. The new owners and crew have done a great job getting everything back. The only improvement I could see is making the fairways just a bit shorter.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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gn25958777
Reviews 22
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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hyzdu
Reviews 3
Handicap 15-19
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

The Best

I've been coming here for several years and I love this place! the staff is extremely friendly and accommodating! the food is outstanding and the course is wonderful!

It's also awesome to see their continued investment in the facilities (new ponds, etc...). Big fan!

Marshall

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
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slab26
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
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gn25958777
Reviews 22
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
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gn25958777
Reviews 22
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
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Trick4
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u314163985998
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u8074327
Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

Love the Layout, Horrible Pace of Play/Course Management

The layout is great and this course good be great. However, pace of play is not enforced, no Ranger during PM play. It took over 2.5 hours to play 9 & left after 14 holes - 4.25 hours. We called the pro shop after 3rd hole because we were already backed up, waiting 10+ minutes at every tee box. Even after contacting pro shop, the pace of play did not improve.

First Time Playing
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 2.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 1.0
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srlovely
Reviews 21
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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8z3o1oXB6bc09E5P1qjI
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

Pro is rude

I left my rangefinder on the golf cart when I called back the pro was very rude and unhelpful. Never go there again unless they hire a new pro.

First Time Playing
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 1.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 1.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 2.0
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abit1322
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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