A view of a green protected by bunkers at Golden Bear Golf Club - Indigo Run
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4.2
3719 Reviews (3719)
5 Stars
1435
4 Stars
1622
3 Stars
464
2 Stars
143
1 Stars
55
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.1
Layout
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.9
88.4%
Recommend this course
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4.5
286 Reviews (286)
5 Stars
162
4 Stars
102
3 Stars
20
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
1
Conditions
4.4
Value
4.3
Layout
4.6
Pace
3.9
Amenities
4.1
StaffFriendliness
4.6
94.4%
Recommend this course
270 out of 286 reviews
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4.2
546 Reviews (546)
5 Stars
251
4 Stars
206
3 Stars
64
2 Stars
17
1 Stars
8
Conditions
4.1
Value
4.1
Layout
4.5
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.9
StaffFriendliness
4.5
87.4%
Recommend this course
477 out of 546 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Style Woodland
Par 72
Length 7014 yards
Slope 132
Rating 73.7

Jack Nicklaus designed the golf course at the Golden Bear Golf Club at Indigo Run. The 18-hole, public course is touted as having one of the best layouts in the area. The par-72 course offers 7,014 yards of challenging and fun golf. Golden Bear Golf Club at Indigo Run's design emphasizes strategy rather than power. Sand and water hazards add interest to the course. In addition to providing a great game of golf, the course also has picturesque scenery with the many oaks and pines that snake though the course. It has been named one of America's Top 100 Courses priced under $100.

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Course Details

Year Built 1993
Golf Season Year round
Architect Nicklaus (1993) Bruce Borland (1993)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees
Clubs Yes
GPS ParView GPS Full Color System on

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Collared shirts are required. Shorts must be Bermuda-length. Tennis shoes are allowed.

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

Available Sports

Tennis

Reviews

4.2
3719 Reviews (3719)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 42
Patio Dining 13
Brunch 12
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 106
Water Hazards 98
Narrow Fairways 51
This course/club is great for:
Advanced Golfers 66
Locals 57
Seniors 51
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 61
Near Local Attractions 37
At a Resort 33

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Skill Advanced
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I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Great value for money

Well designed course and I loved the fact I had to use every club in my bag. Pace of play was excellent and we were round in just over 3 1/2 hours. Greens in excellent shape. Visiting from the UK but we will be back next year.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 03/14/2017:
Excellent! We're glad that you enjoyed our layout and that the pace of play was good. We're also pleased that you enjoyed our course conditions. We're look forward to having you back when you are in the Hilton Head area again!
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great condition

The courses fairways, tee, greens and even rough were in excellent shape. This superintendent definitely knows what he’s doing.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 05/06/2024

Thank you for your kind words about our course's condition; I'll make sure to pass on your compliments to our superintendent. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 5
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great round

Everything about my round was perfect. Went out as a single and got paired up with a twosome from Rochester NY. Mike and Joe busted on each other from start to finish. I felt like I was home lol. From booking my tee time to finishing up my round at the end was picture perfect

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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Commented on 05/06/2024

Thank you for sharing your positive experience; we're thrilled everything from booking to the company of Mike and Joe contributed to a perfect round. Looking forward to having you back soon!

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Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Happy Again

1. The course was in great shape
2 The pace was excellent
3. Driving Range was super
4 the staff was outstanding. Jeff in the morning pro shop and Jim in the afternoon were the best. Thank you

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 05/03/2024

We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the course, pace, driving range, and our staff, especially Jeff and Jim! Thank you for your kind words and for choosing us.

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Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Very nice course with really different holes, not all cookie cutter.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Commented on 05/03/2024

Thank you for appreciating the unique design of our course! We strive to provide a distinct and enjoyable experience for every golfer.

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Reviews 68
Skill Advanced
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I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Greens in great shape starter was very friendly

Course was in great shape pace of play a little slow was behind a group of locals who hit two balls every tee shot.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 05/03/2024

Thank you for your review and for complimenting the condition of the course. We apologize for the slow pace of play and will look into management solutions for a better experience.

Played On
Reviews 14
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

First Time

Our first time here although we have played many of the Hilton Head courses. Reasonably priced. Wide landing areas but be wary of the large live oaks that overhang the fairways. The greens were immaculate though the back nine was slower. I thought the course played shorter (6200 yards felt more like 5800) than the marked yardage as the fairways were firm. One issue - I ended up in a pond that was not marked with a stake tall enough to be seen from the fairway -- and with out GPS os unknown to a first time player. A few pins were in rather interesting places for a resort course but there is nothing unusual about that occurrence. We will be back on our next trip.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Commented on 05/03/2024

Thank you for your detailed feedback and for choosing our course for your golfing experience. We apologize for the confusion regarding the unmarked pond and will look into improving our course markings to enhance the experience for all players. Looking forward to welcoming you back on your next trip.

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Reviews 4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played

Great course, great Golf Mow rate.

Excellent course. Was I great shape. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Nice layout. Would highly recommend. Snack bar closes relatively early and I played later but that is understandable…Also got a great rate on Golf Now.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Commented on 05/03/2024

Thank you for your kind words about our golf course and staff, and for recommending us! We're glad to hear you found a great rate and appreciate your understanding regarding the snack bar's hours.

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Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Slow going

The course was in great shape from tee to green. There are two areas that need a lot of attention, the very slow play, especially on the back nine and we teed off at 1400 and never saw a cart girl the entire 5 plus hour round.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

nice course

Beautiful setting, reasonable pace.pertty well kept for a public course.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Previously Played

Slow Play - No Ranger - Club House Closes at 5pm on a Weekend

We love this course. We play it every year. Very disappointed in the pace of play. No ranger moving groups along. Unreal that a clubhouse closes at 5pm on a Saturday. Unacceptable.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser

Disappointed

A complete let down! We expected so much more from a course with Jack’s name on it. The course is on level with the $45 courses we play here in central Florida. So glad we didn’t pay and play in the morning.

Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

OK but not worth the dough

Course was OK. Layout was good, staff was friendly, but the price was too steep given the condition of the course. Rental clubs were also very expensive. If you’re looking for a great experience in this area at a good price go to Old South.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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