Bear Creek Golf Club Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Bear Creek Golf Club is a par-71 public course in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, playing 6,804 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 74.2 and slope of 139.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,804 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 74.2 / 139 |
| Tee Options | 10 |
| Location | Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, USA |
| Coordinates | 32.2263, -80.7296 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,804 | 72 | 74.2 | 139 |
| Blue | 6,486 | 72 | 72.4 | 135 |
| White | 6,162 | 72 | 76.1 | 133 |
| Gold | 5,727 | 72 | 73.9 | 131 |
| Green | 5,316 | 72 | 71.9 | 128 |
| Family | 4,021 | 71 | 63.2 | 106 |
| White | 6,162 | 72 | 76.1 | 133 |
| Gold | 5,727 | 72 | 73.9 | 131 |
| Green | 5,316 | 72 | 71.9 | 128 |
| Family | 4,021 | 71 | 63.2 | 106 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 74.2/139 | 364 | 178 | 431 | 526 | 366 | 384 | 500 | 196 | 430 | 3375 | 407 | 404 | 200 | 532 | 186 | 398 | 396 | 382 | 524 | 3429 | 6804 |
| Blue 72.4/135 | 353 | 150 | 424 | 512 | 346 | 375 | 476 | 180 | 380 | 3196 | 385 | 401 | 187 | 515 | 159 | 394 | 372 | 372 | 505 | 3290 | 6486 |
| White 76.1/133 | 343 | 128 | 390 | 482 | 339 | 352 | 466 | 158 | 371 | 3029 | 364 | 369 | 176 | 478 | 155 | 364 | 367 | 361 | 499 | 3133 | 6162 |
| Gold 73.9/131 | 315 | 102 | 370 | 458 | 310 | 339 | 440 | 124 | 352 | 2810 | 340 | 356 | 150 | 463 | 124 | 350 | 341 | 326 | 467 | 2917 | 5727 |
| Green 71.9/128 | 306 | 93 | 338 | 427 | 296 | 314 | 410 | 104 | 331 | 2619 | 336 | 331 | 134 | 428 | 109 | 326 | 316 | 308 | 409 | 2697 | 5316 |
| Family 63.2/106 | 224 | 93 | 276 | 381 | 203 | 198 | 317 | 69 | 259 | 2020 | 245 | 244 | 84 | 309 | 63 | 247 | 259 | 201 | 349 | 2001 | 4021 |
| White 76.1/133 | 343 | 128 | 390 | 482 | 339 | 352 | 466 | 158 | 371 | 3029 | 364 | 369 | 176 | 478 | 155 | 364 | 367 | 361 | 499 | 3133 | 6162 |
| Gold 73.9/131 | 315 | 102 | 370 | 458 | 310 | 339 | 440 | 124 | 352 | 2810 | 340 | 356 | 150 | 463 | 124 | 350 | 341 | 326 | 467 | 2917 | 5727 |
| Green 71.9/128 | 306 | 93 | 338 | 427 | 296 | 314 | 410 | 104 | 331 | 2619 | 336 | 331 | 134 | 428 | 109 | 326 | 316 | 308 | 409 | 2697 | 5316 |
| Family 63.2/106 | 224 | 93 | 276 | 381 | 203 | 198 | 317 | 69 | 259 | 2020 | 245 | 244 | 84 | 309 | 63 | 247 | 259 | 201 | 349 | 2001 | 4021 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 11 | 17 | 1 | 5 | 13 | 9 | 7 | 15 | 3 | 12 | 6 | 16 | 10 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 8 | 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 (6,804 yards, 74.2/139)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 3 (par 4, 431 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Green (5,316 yards, 71.9/128)
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+: Family (4,021 yards, 63.2/106)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 2 (93 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 431 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 186 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 532 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 178 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 398-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Bear Creek Golf Club?
Bear Creek Golf Club has a course rating of 74.2 and slope of 139 from the back tees. From the Family tees, the rating is 63.2 with a slope of 106.
How long is Bear Creek Golf Club?
From the back tees, Bear Creek Golf Club plays 6,804 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Bear Creek Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 3, a 431-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Bear Creek Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,804 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Family tees (4,021 yards).
Is Bear Creek Golf Club public or private?
Bear Creek Golf Club is a public golf course in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Bear Creek Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Bear Creek Golf Club, Golden Bear Golf Club, Shipyard Golf Club (Hilton Head Island), Old South Golf Links.
Is there a yardage book for Bear Creek Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Bear Creek 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 Creek 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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