Bear Lake Golf Course
About Bear Lake Golf Course
Bear Lake Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Garden City, Utah (84028). The course was designed by William H. Neff and established in 1970. From the Back (Blue) tees, the course plays to 6,723 yards with a par of 72. The Back (Blue) tees carry a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 72.2.
Walking is permitted.
Bear Lake Golf Course offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 138, putting it in the upper half of courses in Utah for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 5 tee sets ranging from 5,403 to 6,723 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Par
72
Length
6,723
Slope
135
Rating
72.2
Course Difficulty Analysis
138
This Course
133
UT Average
113
US Average
Based on 94 rated courses in Utah
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Back (Blue) | 135 | 72.2 | 486 | 170 | 375 | 360 | 351 | 397 | 417 | 192 | 531 | 3279 | 416 | 171 | 594 | 362 | 374 | 403 | 203 | 545 | 376 | 3444 | 6,723 |
Middle (White) | 138 | 75.7 | 444 | 143 | 347 | 347 | 319 | 375 | 398 | 169 | 489 | 3031 | 390 | 154 | 558 | 340 | 346 | 390 | 191 | 511 | 350 | 3230 | 6,261 |
Middle (White) | 121 | 70.3 | 444 | 143 | 347 | 347 | 319 | 375 | 398 | 169 | 489 | 3031 | 390 | 154 | 558 | 340 | 346 | 390 | 191 | 511 | 350 | 3230 | 6,261 |
Forward (Red) | 126 | 70.9 | 409 | 114 | 306 | 327 | 241 | 337 | 363 | 133 | 438 | 2668 | 359 | 145 | 489 | 306 | 308 | 320 | 126 | 411 | 271 | 2735 | 5,403 |
Forward (Red) | 106 | 66.9 | 409 | 114 | 306 | 327 | 241 | 337 | 363 | 133 | 438 | 2668 | 359 | 145 | 489 | 306 | 308 | 320 | 126 | 411 | 271 | 2735 | 5,403 |
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Bear Lake Golf Course offers 5 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Back (Blue) | 6,723 | 135 | 72.2 | 0-5 |
Middle (White) | 6,261 | 138 | 75.7 | 5-15 |
Middle (White) | 6,261 | 121 | 70.3 | 5-15 |
Forward (Red) | 5,403 | 126 | 70.9 | 20-30 |
Forward (Red) | 5,403 | 106 | 66.9 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Bear Lake Golf Course
Bear Lake Golf Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Bear Lake Golf Course. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bear Lake Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Bear Lake Golf Course is a public golf course located in Garden City, UT. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Bear Lake Golf Course have?expand_more
Bear Lake Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1970. The course was designed by William H. Neff.
What is the yardage at Bear Lake Golf Course?expand_more
From the Middle (White) tees, Bear Lake Golf Course plays to 6,261 yards (par 72). The course offers 5 tee sets ranging from 5,403 to 6,723 yards.
What is the slope rating at Bear Lake Golf Course?expand_more
The Back (Blue) tees at Bear Lake Golf Course have a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 72.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Bear Lake Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Bear Lake Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Bear Lake Golf Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Bear Lake Golf Course. You can also visit their website directly at https://bearlake.com/golf/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Bear Lake Golf Course offer?expand_more
Bear Lake Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Bear Lake Golf Course located?expand_more
Bear Lake Golf Course is located at Bear Lake Blvd in Garden City, UT 84028. You can reach them at 435-946-8742.
What is the difficulty level at Bear Lake Golf Course?expand_more
Bear Lake Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 60% of golf courses in Utah. The average slope rating in Utah is 133. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Bear Lake Golf Course?expand_more
Bear Lake Golf Course offers 5 tee sets. Back (Blue) tees (6,723 yards, slope 135) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Forward (Red) tees (5,403 yards, slope 106) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Bear Lake Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Bear Lake Golf Course should play the Forward (Red) tees, which play 5,403 yards with a slope of 106. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Bear Lake Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Middle (White) tees (slope 121, rating 70.3) at Bear Lake Golf Course would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 86. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Bear Lake Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Bear Lake Golf Course takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.