Bear Creek Golf Club
Course at a glance
Bear Creek Golf Club is an 18-hole golf course in Lakewood, Colorado (80228). The course was designed by Arnold Palmer & Ed Seay and opened in 1986. From the Black tees, Bear Creek Golf Club plays to 7,304 yards at par 72. The course offers 4 sets of tees ranging from 5,796 to 7,304 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 148 and a course rating of 75.2, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 76% of rated golf courses in Colorado. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bluegrass fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Bear Creek Golf Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Bear Creek Golf Club
Bear Creek Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Lakewood, Colorado (80228). The course was designed by Arnold Palmer & Ed Seay and established in 1986. From the Black tees, the course plays to 7,304 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 148 and a course rating of 75.2.
Walking is permitted.
Bear Creek Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 148, putting it in the upper half of courses in Colorado for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 4 tee sets ranging from 5,796 to 7,304 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
7,304
Slope
148
Rating
75.2
Course Difficulty Analysis
148
This Course
139
CO Average
113
US Average
Based on 179 rated courses in Colorado
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 148 | 75.2 | 617 | 447 | 224 | 460 | 419 | 445 | 119 | 411 | 573 | 3715 | 403 | 416 | 570 | 173 | 536 | 413 | 443 | 220 | 415 | 3589 | 7,304 |
Gold | 142 | 73.5 | 564 | 437 | 201 | 438 | 409 | 422 | 114 | 394 | 544 | 3523 | 374 | 407 | 551 | 157 | 522 | 396 | 421 | 201 | 414 | 3443 | 6,966 |
Blue | 139 | 71.9 | 557 | 419 | 170 | 430 | 383 | 388 | 99 | 378 | 515 | 3339 | 367 | 381 | 498 | 140 | 497 | 388 | 400 | 157 | 388 | 3216 | 6,555 |
White | 123 | 69.5 | 498 | 349 | 120 | 374 | 351 | 335 | 94 | 312 | 491 | 2924 | 325 | 357 | 435 | 122 | 461 | 350 | 335 | 104 | 383 | 2872 | 5,796 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 7 | 3 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 12 | 6 | 14 | 4 | 18 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Bear Creek Golf Club offers 4 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 7,304 | 148 | 75.2 | 0-5 |
Gold | 6,966 | 142 | 73.5 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,555 | 139 | 71.9 | 5-15 |
White | 5,796 | 123 | 69.5 | 12-22 |
Amenities at Bear Creek Golf Club
Bear Creek Golf Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Bear Creek Golf Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bear Creek Golf Club a public or private golf course?
Bear Creek Golf Club is a public golf course located in Lakewood, CO. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Bear Creek Golf Club have?
Bear Creek Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1986. The course was designed by Arnold Palmer & Ed Seay.
What is the yardage at Bear Creek Golf Club?
From the White tees, Bear Creek Golf Club plays to 5,796 yards (par 72). The course offers 4 tee sets ranging from 5,796 to 7,304 yards.
What is the slope rating at Bear Creek Golf Club?
The Black tees at Bear Creek Golf Club have a slope rating of 148 and a course rating of 75.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Bear Creek Golf Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Bear Creek Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Bear Creek Golf Club?
Contact the course directly or call 303-980-8700 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Bear Creek Golf Club offer?
Bear Creek Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Bear Creek Golf Club located?
Bear Creek Golf Club is located at 12201 Morrison Rd in Lakewood, CO 80228. You can reach them at 303-980-8700.
What is the difficulty level at Bear Creek Golf Club?
Bear Creek Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 148. It plays harder than 76% of golf courses in Colorado. The average slope rating in Colorado is 139. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Bear Creek Golf Club?
Bear Creek Golf Club offers 4 tee sets. Black tees (7,304 yards, slope 148) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. White tees (5,796 yards, slope 123) are recommended for mid-handicap golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Bear Creek Golf Club?
Beginners at Bear Creek Golf Club should play the White tees, which play 5,796 yards with a slope of 123. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Bear Creek Golf Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Blue tees (slope 139, rating 71.9) at Bear Creek Golf Club has a course handicap of 18, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Bear Creek Golf Club?
A typical round at Bear Creek Golf Club 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.