Bear's Best Atlanta Suwanee, Georgia
Bear's Best Atlanta is a par-72 public course in Suwanee, Georgia, playing 6,824 yards from the Gold tees with a rating of 73.6 and slope of 144.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,824 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73.6 / 144 |
| Tee Options | 9 |
| Location | Suwanee, Georgia, USA |
| Coordinates | 34.0845, -84.1052 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 6,824 | 72 | 73.6 | 144 |
| Nicklaus | 6,513 | 72 | 72.1 | 142 |
| Blue | 6,138 | 72 | 70.2 | 136 |
| Blue/White | 5,966 | 72 | 69.9 | 133 |
| White | 5,624 | 72 | 73.8 | 135 |
| Forward Combo | 5,287 | 72 | 71.8 | 129 |
| White | 5,624 | 72 | 73.8 | 135 |
| Forward Combo | 5,287 | 72 | 71.8 | 129 |
| Red | 4,725 | 72 | 68.9 | 121 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold 73.6/144 | 429 | 369 | 148 | 355 | 414 | 154 | 579 | 409 | 554 | 3411 | 339 | 180 | 521 | 417 | 559 | 348 | 167 | 415 | 467 | 3413 | 6824 |
| Nicklaus 72.1/142 | 405 | 337 | 145 | 353 | 399 | 151 | 519 | 379 | 529 | 3217 | 331 | 177 | 518 | 413 | 556 | 342 | 163 | 375 | 421 | 3296 | 6513 |
| Blue 70.2/136 | 390 | 314 | 134 | 316 | 360 | 147 | 489 | 370 | 509 | 3029 | 323 | 163 | 475 | 381 | 532 | 316 | 151 | 355 | 413 | 3109 | 6138 |
| Blue/White 69.9/133 | 387 | 314 | 134 | 316 | 338 | 147 | 489 | 370 | 474 | 2969 | 323 | 163 | 475 | 352 | 506 | 316 | 151 | 355 | 356 | 2997 | 5966 |
| White 73.8/135 | 387 | 296 | 110 | 292 | 338 | 121 | 481 | 306 | 474 | 2805 | 315 | 155 | 414 | 352 | 506 | 279 | 141 | 301 | 356 | 2819 | 5624 |
| Forward Combo 71.8/129 | 387 | 296 | 110 | 292 | 270 | 121 | 428 | 306 | 427 | 2637 | 315 | 155 | 414 | 308 | 432 | 279 | 141 | 301 | 305 | 2650 | 5287 |
| White 73.8/135 | 387 | 296 | 110 | 292 | 338 | 121 | 481 | 306 | 474 | 2805 | 315 | 155 | 414 | 352 | 506 | 279 | 141 | 301 | 356 | 2819 | 5624 |
| Forward Combo 71.8/129 | 387 | 296 | 110 | 292 | 270 | 121 | 428 | 306 | 427 | 2637 | 315 | 155 | 414 | 308 | 432 | 279 | 141 | 301 | 305 | 2650 | 5287 |
| Red 68.9/121 | 342 | 172 | 78 | 182 | 270 | 99 | 428 | 254 | 427 | 2252 | 282 | 80 | 386 | 308 | 432 | 275 | 128 | 277 | 305 | 2473 | 4725 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 3 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 7 | 12 | 4 | 16 | 6 | 8 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 2 |
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: Gold (6,824 yards, 73.6/144)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 5 (par 4, 414 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (5,624 yards, 73.8/135)
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+: Red (4,725 yards, 68.9/121)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 3 (78 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 414 yards this is one of the longest par 4s on the course and demands a strong drive.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. Play smart and take your par or better.
The longest hole on the course at 579 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 148 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 467-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Bear's Best Atlanta?
Bear's Best Atlanta has a course rating of 73.6 and slope of 144 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 68.9 with a slope of 121.
How long is Bear's Best Atlanta?
From the back tees, Bear's Best Atlanta plays 6,824 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Bear's Best Atlanta?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 5, a 414-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Bear's Best Atlanta?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Gold tees (6,824 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (4,725 yards).
Is Bear's Best Atlanta public or private?
Bear's Best Atlanta is a public golf course in Suwanee, Georgia. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Bear's Best Atlanta?
Nearby courses include Berkeley Hills Country Club (Duluth), Hamilton Mill Golf Club, White Columns Golf Club, Atlanta National Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for Bear's Best Atlanta?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Bear's Best Atlanta 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's Best Atlanta 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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