Great Bear Golf Club East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania
Great Bear Golf Club is a par-71 public course in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, playing 6,802 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 73.3 and slope of 142.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,802 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73.3 / 142 |
| Tee Options | 4 |
| Location | East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Coordinates | 41.0543, -75.0587 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,802 | 6,220 | 71 | 73.3 | 142 |
| Gold | 6,395 | 5,848 | 71 | 71.5 | 139 |
| Blue | 6,017 | 5,502 | 71 | 69.8 | 135 |
| White | 5,700 | 5,212 | 71 | 68.3 | 132 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 73.3/142 | 370 | 182 | 450 | 516 | 424 | 420 | 167 | 550 | 350 | 3429 | 452 | 217 | 399 | 187 | 441 | 512 | 185 | 431 | 549 | 3373 | 6802 |
| Gold 71.5/139 | 360 | 177 | 424 | 504 | 408 | 383 | 149 | 512 | 331 | 3248 | 412 | 194 | 374 | 171 | 388 | 502 | 165 | 410 | 531 | 3147 | 6395 |
| Blue 69.8/135 | 330 | 160 | 393 | 480 | 388 | 369 | 127 | 502 | 319 | 3068 | 379 | 177 | 346 | 152 | 376 | 491 | 142 | 377 | 509 | 2949 | 6017 |
| White 68.3/132 | 308 | 155 | 373 | 469 | 365 | 330 | 118 | 479 | 284 | 2881 | 368 | 167 | 334 | 128 | 355 | 479 | 127 | 365 | 496 | 2819 | 5700 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 11 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 17 | 7 | 13 | 2 | 8 | 14 | 2 | 16 | 10 | 12 | 18 | 4 |
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: Black (6,802 yards, 73.3/142)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 3 (par 4, 450 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Gold (6,395 yards, 71.5/139)
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+: White (5,700 yards, 68.3/132)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 7 (118 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 450 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 550 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 167 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 452-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Great Bear Golf Club?
Great Bear Golf Club has a course rating of 73.3 and slope of 142 from the back tees. From the White tees, the rating is 68.3 with a slope of 132.
How long is Great Bear Golf Club?
From the back tees, Great Bear Golf Club plays 6,802 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Great Bear Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 3, a 450-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Great Bear Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,802 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the White tees (5,700 yards).
Is Great Bear Golf Club public or private?
Great Bear Golf Club is a public golf course in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Great Bear Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Shawnee Golf Course, Terra Greens Golf Club, Blair Academy, Glen Brook Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for Great Bear Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Great Bear 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 Great Bear 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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