Bear Lake Reserve Golf Club Tuckasegee, North Carolina
Bear Lake Reserve Golf Club is a par-72 public course in Tuckasegee, North Carolina, playing 3,888 yards from the Tee 1 tees with a rating of 60.8 and slope of 116.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (14 par 3s, 4 par 4s, 0 par 5s) |
| Length | 3,888 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 60.8 / 116 |
| Tee Options | 2 |
| Location | Tuckasegee, North Carolina, USA |
| Coordinates | 35.2211, -83.0580 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tee 1 | 3,888 | 3,555 | 58 | 60.8 | 116 |
| Tee 2 | 3,386 | 3,096 | 58 | 59.2 | 112 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tee 1 60.8/116 | 457 | 129 | 196 | 93 | 338 | 144 | 189 | 249 | 149 | 1944 | 457 | 129 | 196 | 93 | 338 | 144 | 189 | 249 | 149 | 1944 | 3888 |
| Tee 2 59.2/112 | 374 | 123 | 183 | 79 | 314 | 119 | 172 | 207 | 122 | 1693 | 374 | 123 | 183 | 79 | 314 | 119 | 172 | 207 | 122 | 1693 | 3386 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 29 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 29 | 58 |
| Hdcp | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 |
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: Tee 1 (3,888 yards, 60.8/116)
The back tees offer the full test. and respect the #1 handicap hole 1 (par 4, 457 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Tee 1 (3,888 yards, 60.8/116)
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+: Tee 2 (3,386 yards, 59.2/112)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 4 (79 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 457 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. At 149 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The shortest par 3 at 93 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A challenging par 3 at 129 yards.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Bear Lake Reserve Golf Club?
Bear Lake Reserve Golf Club has a course rating of 60.8 and slope of 116 from the back tees. From the Tee 2 tees, the rating is 59.2 with a slope of 112.
How long is Bear Lake Reserve Golf Club?
From the back tees, Bear Lake Reserve Golf Club plays 3,888 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (14 par 3s, 4 par 4s, 0 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Bear Lake Reserve Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 1, a 457-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Bear Lake Reserve Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Tee 1 tees (3,888 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Tee 2 tees (3,386 yards).
Is Bear Lake Reserve Golf Club public or private?
Bear Lake Reserve Golf Club is a public golf course in Tuckasegee, North Carolina. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Bear Lake Reserve Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Red Bird Golf Links (Sapphire), Trillium Links and Lake Club, Trillium Links (Cashiers), Sapphire National Golf Club (Sapphire).
Is there a yardage book for Bear Lake Reserve Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Bear Lake Reserve Golf Club 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 Lake Reserve Golf Club 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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