Public · 18 Holes

Bear Trace at Harrison Bay

8919 Harrison Bay Road, Harrison, Tennessee

PublicMembership
18Holes
Jack NicklausCourse Designer
4.6419 Reviews
Harrison, TNLocation

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About Bear Trace at Harrison Bay

The Bear Trace at Harrison Bay is a renowned public golf course located within Harrison Bay State Park, just 20 minutes north of Chattanooga. Designed by Jack Nicklaus, the course is celebrated for its natural beauty, with fairways lined by towering pine and hardwood trees and water features on 12 of its holes. The course...

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Green Fees

In Season Weekday 18-hole with Cart$70 March 21 - November 30
In Season Weekend/Holiday 18-hole with Cart$80 March 21 - November 30
Out of Season Weekday 18-hole with Cart$41 December 1 - March 20
Out of Season Weekend/Holiday 18-hole with Cart$48 December 1 - March 20
In Season Weekday 18-hole Walking$50 March 21 - November 30
In Season Weekend/Holiday 18-hole Walking$60 March 21 - November 30
Out of Season Weekday 18-hole Walking$24 December 1 - March 20
Out of Season Weekend/Holiday 18-hole Walking$29 December 1 - March 20

Rates are approximate and from public sources — confirm current pricing with the course.

Facilities

Club Amenities

Motor Cart
Pull Cart
Club Rental
Club Fitting
Pro Shop
Golf Lessons
Driving Range
Putting Green
Restaurant
Casual Dining
Clubhouse
Marina
Changing Room

Reviews

What People Say

4.6/5
Google · 419 reviews
In summary

Bear Trace at Harrison Bay is frequently praised for its beautiful and challenging course layout, well-maintained greens, and scenic views, particularly around the lake. The staff is often highlighted for their exceptional service and hospitality, contributing to a positive golfing experience. However, some visitors have noted issues with course conditions, such as sparse fairways and slow pace of play, which can detract from the overall experience.

3 weeks ago
The golf course is excellent. The staff provided exceptional service, and the course itself presents a significant challenge. Overall, it was a highly satisfying experience.
— Dylan McBryar
2 months ago
Love this course! Booked a tee time for the me and the Mrs to ride. Something messed up with their online booking so when we got there, we didn’t have our tee time. The guys at the front desk were very friendly and hospitable with working with me and the starter happened to be in there and told them to send me on out and he will get us taken care of and did! Not only did they go above and beyond with getting us a tee time and not having us wait for another group but the starter even went as far and breaking down the course for me and the greens so that I can have a good round. I can’t say enou…
— yotatripp1014
2 years ago
Wow What A Great Golf Course!! Conditions on this course were excellent! Bermuda Greens were insanely good... they were running at 12 or so and smooth as a pool table! Fun layout and friendly staff, you cant go wrong here! Play it, you will not be disappointed.
— Travis Nichols
a year ago
Amazing course ! Front 9 has lots of water view holes. Couldn’t have been more pleased after making the drive down from KY. We walked 18 and it’s beautiful, quite, and no wait times. Highly recommend!
— Adam Smith
7 months ago
Love coming here for the scenery and course layout. Staff has always been nice and helpful. Always love being able to hit off grass and not mats. Plenty of wild life to see. My only constructive criticism is that I wish the conditions of the course were better. They have been putting money into it with adding sod but the quality of the fairways and around the greens could be better.
— Brian Marsee
Edited 3 months ago
The greens were horrible and loaded with weeds. Must have gotten a deal on the carts because they are youth size. This is the absolute worst shape I have ever saw this place. Definitely not worth the price even for out of season rates. Other public courses around are in much better shape. Very disappointed. You contacted me about my review and trying to make me look stupid. It was this course and these greens that are loaded with weeds!!!! Quit lying to people you obviously haven't looked at any of your greens and I mean all 18 regulation greens.
— Tracy Kocher
7 months ago
Really fun course, would happily play here again. Customer service was fantastic. Long story short: I was accidentally charged for 18 holes despite paying for 9. They processed a reimbursement but after a week I still hadn't seen it. I talked with Robin (I believe was his name) and he went out of his way to track down the payment processing folks, and follow up with me. He went way above and beyond to make it happen. I don't live in the area but that kind of service deserves more business! And did I mention it is a fun course?
— Nate Tenhundfeld
7 years ago
What a great public course. So well maintained it could be a private track. The fairways and greens have improved significantly over the past couple of years. To be able to interact in nature and play is astonishing.seing the deer wildlife etc.. is so nice. Great pro shop fair prices friendly staff and good food. Well worth the small green fees to play.
— David Gardner
a year ago
The course was in great condition for the season. The staff was accommodating and every golfer that I talked to was friendly. The pro shop was clean and every staff member was professional. As we were finishing up I watched a technician meticulously sweep in front of each entry door. Even the starter was beam of positivity! Do your self a favor and book a tee time at the 🐻!!
— Jeff Gill
4 years ago
Gotta get out to this course if you’re in Chattanooga! It was in good shape for a public course and the views around the lake were really cool. Holes off the lake are still cool as they wind through the forest. Fun layout, not crazy hard.
— Will Freyschlag
5 years ago
Played the course the first weekend of October and couldn't be more pleased. The course is absolutely beautiful. Tree lined fairways, plenty of water - if you're good off the tee, you can be successful at this course. Greens rolled perfectly and fairways are in perfect condition. The only downside was the clubhouse being closed due to COVID - still have food and drinks but you can't go inside to eat or shop.
— Jake Hartley
5 months ago
Fairways were in great condition for winter golf. Greens were perfect for any time of the year. Rate of $45 to as an absolute steal!
— Ashley Halloran

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