Bear Lake Golf Course
Course at a glance
Bear Lake Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Garden City, Utah (84028). The course was designed by William H. Neff and opened in 1970. From the Back (Blue) tees, Bear Lake Golf Course plays to 6,723 yards at par 72. The course offers 5 sets of tees ranging from 5,403 to 6,723 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 72.2, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 58% of rated golf courses in Utah. 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 winter rye fairways. Hazards include 21-30 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Bear Lake Golf Course are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
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 93 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)Women's | 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)Men's | 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. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| 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.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Bear Lake Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bear Lake Golf Course a public or private golf course?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Visit the official course website at https://bearlake.com/golf/ or call 435-946-8742 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Bear Lake Golf Course offer?
Bear Lake Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Bear Lake Golf Course located?
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?
Bear Lake Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 58% 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?
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?
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 is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Bear Lake Golf Course?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Middle (White) tees (slope 121, rating 70.3) at Bear Lake Golf Course has a course handicap of 14, 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 Lake Golf Course?
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.