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Paul Connelly
Chandler
2010-12-14
$31 (cart included), played on Friday, December 2010 at noon
Bear Creek is a decent course with good value -- normally not more than $40. The overseed had come in good, but they seem to have lost a lot with the recent freezes. They are overwatering so the areas around the greens are mushy soft which is a real issue when trying to chip. Dont expect much in the way of staff, pro-shop, ambiance, etc. This is good course for locals -- definitely not trying to draw the top dollar visitors. A good course for 1-round (low priced) if you have several days to play golf. Other GREAT courses in the area include Whirlwind (both courses) and Ocotillo. Of course these are about 2X the price -- but worth it.
Would travel: 0-10 Miles, Not Vacation Worthy
Bottom line: Fair priced based on quality and competitive area pricing
$31 (cart included), played on Friday, December 2010 at noon
Bear Creek is a decent course with good value -- normally not more than $40. The overseed had come in good, but they seem to have lost a lot with the recent freezes. They are overwatering so the areas around the greens are mushy soft which is a real issue when trying to chip. Dont expect much in the way of staff, pro-shop, ambiance, etc. This is good course for locals -- definitely not trying to draw the top dollar visitors. A good course for 1-round (low priced) if you have several days to play golf. Other GREAT courses in the area include Whirlwind (both courses) and Ocotillo. Of course these are about 2X the price -- but worth it.