Bear Mountain Golf Course Big Bear Lake, California
Bear Mountain Golf Course is a par-70 public course in Big Bear Lake, California, playing 5,582 yards from the Back tees with a rating of 72.1 and slope of 125.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 70 (6 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 5,582 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72.1 / 125 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Big Bear Lake, California, USA |
| Coordinates | 34.2340, -116.8633 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Back | 5,582 | 70 | 72.1 | 125 |
| Middle | 5,184 | 70 | 70.5 | 121 |
| Forward | 4,390 | 70 | 65.9 | 113 |
| Back | 5,582 | 70 | 72.1 | 125 |
| Middle | 5,184 | 70 | 70.5 | 121 |
| Forward | 4,390 | 70 | 65.9 | 113 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Back 72.1/125 | 378 | 520 | 346 | 458 | 137 | 387 | 180 | 134 | 251 | 2791 | 378 | 520 | 346 | 458 | 137 | 387 | 180 | 134 | 251 | 2791 | 5582 |
| Middle 70.5/121 | 367 | 479 | 285 | 452 | 127 | 367 | 143 | 123 | 249 | 2592 | 367 | 479 | 285 | 452 | 127 | 367 | 143 | 123 | 249 | 2592 | 5184 |
| Forward 65.9/113 | 241 | 448 | 259 | 412 | 123 | 335 | 99 | 57 | 221 | 2195 | 241 | 448 | 259 | 412 | 123 | 335 | 99 | 57 | 221 | 2195 | 4390 |
| Back 72.1/125 | 378 | 520 | 346 | 458 | 137 | 387 | 180 | 134 | 251 | 2791 | 378 | 520 | 346 | 458 | 137 | 387 | 180 | 134 | 251 | 2791 | 5582 |
| Middle 70.5/121 | 367 | 479 | 285 | 452 | 127 | 367 | 143 | 123 | 249 | 2592 | 367 | 479 | 285 | 452 | 127 | 367 | 143 | 123 | 249 | 2592 | 5184 |
| Forward 65.9/113 | 241 | 448 | 259 | 412 | 123 | 335 | 99 | 57 | 221 | 2195 | 241 | 448 | 259 | 412 | 123 | 335 | 99 | 57 | 221 | 2195 | 4390 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 14 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 18 | 4 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 13 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 15 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Multiply your handicap index by 28 and add it to par. If the result exceeds the total yardage divided by 100, move up one tee.
Handicap 0-10: Back (5,582 yards, 72.1/125)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 11 (par 5, 520 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Middle (5,184 yards, 70.5/121)
This tee gives you a realistic chance to reach greens in regulation without brutal carries. Course management is key. Identify trouble spots and plan your misses to the safe side. Use the strokes gained data to find where you're leaving shots on the table.
Handicap 20+: Forward (4,390 yards, 65.9/113)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 8 (57 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Number 1 handicap hole. At 520 yards from the back tees, this par 5 is a true three-shot hole for most golfers.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 137 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 520 yards. Reachable in two for scratch golfers but a true three-shot hole for most. The smart play is two accurate shots to within wedge range.
The shortest par 3 at 134 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #3 handicap hole. A 387-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Bear Mountain Golf Course?
Bear Mountain Golf Course has a course rating of 72.1 and slope of 125 from the back tees. From the Forward tees, the rating is 65.9 with a slope of 113.
How long is Bear Mountain Golf Course?
From the back tees, Bear Mountain Golf Course plays 5,582 yards. The course is par 70 with 18 holes (6 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Bear Mountain Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 11, a 520-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Bear Mountain Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Back tees (5,582 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Forward tees (4,390 yards).
Is Bear Mountain Golf Course public or private?
Bear Mountain Golf Course is a public golf course in Big Bear Lake, California. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Bear Mountain Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Lake Arrowhead Country Club, Oak Valley Golf Club, Hawk’s Landing Golf Club (Yucca Valley), Mission Lakes Country Club (Desert Hot Springs).
Is there a yardage book for Bear Mountain Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Bear Mountain Golf Course with hole-by-hole maps, shot dispersion analysis, strokes gained heatmaps, and club recommendations tailored to your handicap and distances. You can view it online or download a printable PDF.
Does Bear Mountain Golf Course have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs a 1,000-shot Monte Carlo simulation on every hole, factoring in your handicap, club distances, shot shape, and the actual hazard layout. The model recommends the best club and target for each shot.
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