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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.
* * The Bear is closed for the 2026 season. * *
Professional women’s golf moves to The Bear in 2027, bringing championship week to Grand Traverse Resort and Spa. Championship week includes two Pro-Am experiences and three days of LPGA Epson Tour competition.
For details, visit: GrandTraverseChampionship.com.
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 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.
