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Go back to formWelcome to The Bear, every bit the animal it was when Jack Nicklaus first unleashed the course on June 17, 1985. Celebrated as one of the toughest 18 holes in Michigan, The Bear was ranked as the 18th toughest course in America, according to Golf Digest. This beautiful course offers the best of Traverse City golf and regularly stands out as a top golf course in Michigan.
Nicklaus' signature design features Scottish terraced fairways, tiered greens, deep grassy roughs, moguls and mounds, and deep pot bunkers. With rolling land, trees, lakes, streams, fruit orchards, and a variety of wildlife, The Bear features a mixture of different elements golfers rarely see on one course. This is Northern Michigan golf at its finest.
A round so perfect,
even the fairways are green with envy.
| Black Tees | Blue Tees | White Tees | Yellow Tees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yardage | 7,078 | 6,601 | 6,122 | 5,281 |
| USGA Rating | 76.1 | 73.3 | 71.1 | 73.1 |
| USGA Slope | 150 | 147 | 139 | 139 |
| Par | 72 | 72 | 72 | 72 |
Experience the vibrant colors of fall in northern Michigan while you enjoy an autumn inspired lunch menu from the 16th Floor of our Tower. Click below to learn more and book your reservation
Experience the ultimate fan getaway in our Detroit Lions-themed guest room. Decked out in team colors and memorabilia, this one-of-a-kind room is perfect for die-hard Lions fans.
Relax all season long with our rotating seasonal menu at Spa Grand Traverse. Click below for packages and services.
Just five minutes down the road, Turtle Creek Casino provides a variety of entertainment all night long. Visit the Bellstand for casino shuttle information.
