Bear Trace Tennessee
Bear Trace is a par-71 public course in Tennessee, playing 7,111 yards from the Gold tees with a rating of 73.9 and slope of 138.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,111 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73.9 / 138 |
| Tee Options | 5 |
| Location | Tennessee, USA |
| Coordinates | 35.1973, -85.1084 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 7,111 | 72 | 73.9 | 138 |
| Blue | 6,545 | 72 | 71.3 | 132 |
| White | 5,972 | 72 | 68.7 | 128 |
| Red | 5,292 | 72 | 70.4 | 120 |
| Red | 5,292 | 72 | 70.4 | 120 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold 73.9/138 | 420 | 579 | 437 | 189 | 414 | 536 | 439 | 202 | 434 | 3650 | 401 | 173 | 559 | 416 | 176 | 374 | 420 | 534 | 408 | 3461 | 7111 |
| Blue 71.3/132 | 393 | 557 | 373 | 151 | 362 | 506 | 408 | 181 | 411 | 3342 | 379 | 159 | 535 | 387 | 156 | 333 | 387 | 503 | 364 | 3203 | 6545 |
| White 68.7/128 | 355 | 531 | 337 | 131 | 312 | 469 | 379 | 171 | 348 | 3033 | 348 | 123 | 509 | 358 | 140 | 293 | 347 | 470 | 351 | 2939 | 5972 |
| Red 70.4/120 | 301 | 472 | 311 | 112 | 248 | 437 | 333 | 133 | 306 | 2653 | 319 | 90 | 475 | 321 | 114 | 257 | 317 | 419 | 327 | 2639 | 5292 |
| Red 70.4/120 | 301 | 472 | 311 | 112 | 248 | 437 | 333 | 133 | 306 | 2653 | 319 | 90 | 475 | 321 | 114 | 257 | 317 | 419 | 327 | 2639 | 5292 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 9 | 11 | 7 | 15 | 17 | 13 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 12 | 18 | 6 | 4 | 10 | 16 | 2 | 14 | 8 |
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 (7,111 yards, 73.9/138)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 7 (par 4, 439 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (5,972 yards, 68.7/128)
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+: Red (5,292 yards, 70.4/120)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 11 (90 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 439 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 173 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
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 #2 handicap hole. A 420-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Bear Trace?
Bear Trace has a course rating of 73.9 and slope of 138 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 70.4 with a slope of 120.
How long is Bear Trace?
From the back tees, Bear Trace plays 7,111 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 Trace?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 7, a 439-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Bear Trace?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Gold tees (7,111 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,292 yards).
Is Bear Trace public or private?
Bear Trace is a public golf course in Tennessee. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Bear Trace?
Nearby courses include Eagle Bluff Golf Club, Valleybrook Golf and Country Club, Creeks Bend Golf Club, Lupton City Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for Bear Trace?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Bear Trace 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 Trace 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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