Bear's Paw Country Club
About Bear's Paw Country Club
Bear's Paw Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Naples, Florida (34105). The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus and established in 1980. From the PAW tees, the course plays to 6,953 yards with a par of 72. The PAW tees carry a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 74.1.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 142, Bear's Paw Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in Florida, playing harder than 84% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,773 to 6,953 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.
Florida offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
72
Length
6,953
Slope
142
Rating
74.1
Course Difficulty Analysis
142
This Course
133
FL Average
113
US Average
Based on 627 rated courses in Florida
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PAW | 142 | 74.1 | 361 | 208 | 559 | 399 | 359 | 497 | 511 | 183 | 434 | 3511 | 364 | 537 | 385 | 547 | 212 | 420 | 178 | 405 | 394 | 3442 | 6,953 |
CHAMP | 138 | 72.2 | 357 | 184 | 527 | 348 | 353 | 455 | 511 | 179 | 392 | 3306 | 358 | 476 | 381 | 536 | 186 | 352 | 162 | 364 | 390 | 3205 | 6,511 |
1 | 138 | 75.3 | 328 | 184 | 510 | 339 | 307 | 409 | 477 | 139 | 392 | 3085 | 308 | 476 | 328 | 495 | 148 | 352 | 162 | 338 | 362 | 2969 | 6,054 |
1 | 129 | 70.3 | 328 | 184 | 510 | 339 | 307 | 409 | 477 | 139 | 392 | 3085 | 308 | 476 | 328 | 495 | 148 | 352 | 162 | 338 | 362 | 2969 | 6,054 |
HYBRID | 133 | 73.6 | 328 | 146 | 463 | 293 | 307 | 392 | 477 | 139 | 362 | 2907 | 250 | 476 | 328 | 441 | 148 | 352 | 130 | 328 | 362 | 2815 | 5,722 |
HYBRID | 126 | 68.6 | 328 | 146 | 463 | 293 | 307 | 392 | 477 | 139 | 362 | 2907 | 250 | 476 | 328 | 441 | 148 | 352 | 130 | 328 | 362 | 2815 | 5,722 |
2 | 130 | 72.0 | 317 | 146 | 463 | 293 | 289 | 392 | 424 | 130 | 362 | 2816 | 250 | 444 | 297 | 441 | 125 | 331 | 130 | 328 | 271 | 2617 | 5,433 |
2 | 124 | 67.2 | 317 | 146 | 463 | 293 | 289 | 392 | 424 | 130 | 362 | 2816 | 250 | 444 | 297 | 441 | 125 | 331 | 130 | 328 | 271 | 2617 | 5,433 |
3 | 126 | 69.9 | 294 | 137 | 458 | 289 | 263 | 340 | 416 | 120 | 294 | 2611 | 241 | 435 | 290 | 437 | 119 | 265 | 108 | 294 | 264 | 2453 | 5,064 |
3 | 117 | 65.2 | 294 | 137 | 458 | 289 | 263 | 340 | 416 | 120 | 294 | 2611 | 241 | 435 | 290 | 437 | 119 | 265 | 108 | 294 | 264 | 2453 | 5,064 |
4 | 121 | 68.2 | 286 | 127 | 422 | 285 | 257 | 303 | 389 | 111 | 287 | 2467 | 232 | 408 | 290 | 397 | 80 | 259 | 90 | 286 | 264 | 2306 | 4,773 |
4 | 114 | 64.1 | 286 | 127 | 422 | 285 | 257 | 303 | 389 | 111 | 287 | 2467 | 232 | 408 | 290 | 397 | 80 | 259 | 90 | 286 | 264 | 2306 | 4,773 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 15 | 3 | 11 | 7 | 5 | 9 | 17 | 1 | 14 | 4 | 12 | 2 | 16 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Bear's Paw Country Club offers 12 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
PAW | 6,953 | 142 | 74.1 | 0-5 |
CHAMP | 6,511 | 138 | 72.2 | 5-15 |
1 | 6,054 | 138 | 75.3 | 12-22 |
1 | 6,054 | 129 | 70.3 | 12-22 |
HYBRID | 5,722 | 133 | 73.6 | 12-22 |
HYBRID | 5,722 | 126 | 68.6 | 12-22 |
2 | 5,433 | 130 | 72.0 | 20-30 |
2 | 5,433 | 124 | 67.2 | 20-30 |
3 | 5,064 | 126 | 69.9 | 20-30 |
3 | 5,064 | 117 | 65.2 | 20-30 |
4 | 4,773 | 121 | 68.2 | 25+ |
4 | 4,773 | 114 | 64.1 | 25+ |
Amenities at Bear's Paw Country Club
Bear's Paw Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Bear's Paw Country Club. 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's Paw Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Bear's Paw Country Club is a public golf course located in Naples, FL. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Bear's Paw Country Club have?expand_more
Bear's Paw Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1980. The course was designed by Jack Nicklaus.
What is the yardage at Bear's Paw Country Club?expand_more
From the PAW tees, Bear's Paw Country Club plays to 6,953 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 4,773 to 6,953 yards.
What is the slope rating at Bear's Paw Country Club?expand_more
The PAW tees at Bear's Paw Country Club have a slope rating of 142 and a course rating of 74.1. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Bear's Paw Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Bear's Paw Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Bear's Paw Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Bear's Paw Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.bearspawcc.org/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Bear's Paw Country Club offer?expand_more
Bear's Paw Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Bear's Paw Country Club located?expand_more
Bear's Paw Country Club is located at 2500 Golden Gate Pkwy in Naples, FL 34105. You can reach them at +1-239-263-3007.
What is the difficulty level at Bear's Paw Country Club?expand_more
Bear's Paw Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 142. It plays harder than 84% of golf courses in Florida. The average slope rating in Florida is 133. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Bear's Paw Country Club?expand_more
Bear's Paw Country Club offers 12 tee sets. PAW tees (6,953 yards, slope 142) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. 4 tees (4,773 yards, slope 114) are recommended for beginners and casual 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's Paw Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Bear's Paw Country Club should play the 4 tees, which play 4,773 yards with a slope of 114. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Bear's Paw Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the 2 tees (slope 130, rating 72.0) at Bear's Paw Country Club would have a course handicap of 17 and an expected score of approximately 89. 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's Paw Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Bear's Paw Country 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.