Bear Creek Golf Course Dallas, Texas
Bear Creek Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Dallas, Texas, playing 6,690 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 73.3 and slope of 137. Designed by Ted Robinson Sr. (1980).
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,690 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73.3 / 137 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Architect | Ted Robinson Sr. |
| Year | 1980 |
| Location | Dallas, Texas, USA |
| Coordinates | 32.8601, -97.0579 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,677 | 72 | 73.7 | 140 |
| Blue | 6,216 | 72 | 77.6 | 143 |
| Silver | 5,618 | 72 | 74.3 | 136 |
| Red | 5,570 | 72 | 73.9 | 135 |
| Blue | 6,216 | 72 | 77.6 | 143 |
| Silver | 5,618 | 72 | 74.3 | 136 |
| Red | 5,570 | 72 | 73.9 | 135 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 73.7/140 | 370 | 385 | 430 | 505 | 185 | 525 | 390 | 190 | 380 | 3360 | 526 | 420 | 377 | 372 | 180 | 503 | 358 | 178 | 403 | 3317 | 6677 |
| Blue 77.6/143 | 350 | 345 | 405 | 480 | 170 | 505 | 360 | 170 | 352 | 3137 | 495 | 401 | 346 | 349 | 144 | 485 | 338 | 139 | 382 | 3079 | 6216 |
| Silver 74.3/136 | 330 | 304 | 335 | 425 | 142 | 445 | 320 | 142 | 335 | 2778 | 457 | 335 | 346 | 321 | 161 | 442 | 306 | 117 | 355 | 2840 | 5618 |
| Red 73.9/135 | 330 | 304 | 335 | 425 | 142 | 445 | 320 | 142 | 335 | 2778 | 457 | 335 | 325 | 321 | 134 | 442 | 306 | 117 | 355 | 2792 | 5570 |
| Blue 77.6/143 | 350 | 345 | 405 | 480 | 170 | 505 | 360 | 170 | 352 | 3137 | 495 | 401 | 346 | 349 | 144 | 485 | 338 | 139 | 382 | 3079 | 6216 |
| Silver 74.3/136 | 330 | 304 | 335 | 425 | 142 | 445 | 320 | 142 | 335 | 2778 | 457 | 335 | 346 | 321 | 161 | 442 | 306 | 117 | 355 | 2840 | 5618 |
| Red 73.9/135 | 330 | 304 | 335 | 425 | 142 | 445 | 320 | 142 | 335 | 2778 | 457 | 335 | 325 | 321 | 134 | 442 | 306 | 117 | 355 | 2792 | 5570 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 17 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 11 | 8 | 4 | 16 | 2 | 14 | 10 | 12 | 18 | 6 |
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 (6,677 yards, 73.7/140)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 7 (par 4, 390 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Blue (6,216 yards, 77.6/143)
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 (5,570 yards, 73.9/135)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 17 (117 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 390 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 178 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 526 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 372-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 Course?
Bear Creek Golf Course has a course rating of 73.3 and slope of 137 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 73.9 with a slope of 135.
How long is Bear Creek Golf Course?
From the back tees, Bear Creek Golf Course plays 6,690 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 Creek Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 7, a 390-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Bear Creek Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,677 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,570 yards).
Is Bear Creek Golf Course public or private?
Bear Creek Golf Course is a public golf course in Dallas, Texas. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Bear Creek Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Hackberry Creek Country Club (Irving), Cowboys Golf Club (Grapevine), Shady Valley Country Club, Woodhaven Country Club (Fort Worth).
Is there a yardage book for Bear Creek Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Bear Creek Golf Course 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 Course 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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