
Bear's Best Course
Bear's Best Las Vegas

About this course
Bear's Best Las Vegas is a curated anthology of Jack Nicklaus's most inspired holes, plucked from his designs across North America and reimagined within the Mojave Desert landscape. This "best of" compilation allows golfers to experience a diverse array of challenges and aesthetics, normally requiring thousands of miles of travel. The course defies easy categorization, shifting between the rolling parkland feel of the Midwest and the strategic demands of desert golf. Generous fairways invite aggressive play, but wayward shots are quickly punished by the native scrub and strategically placed bunkers. The course often favors a right-to-left ball flight, and careful club selection is paramount given the ever-present wind. While not a tournament venue of particular note, Bear's Best provides a challenging yet accessible experience for golfers of all skill levels. The high-roller feel is amplified by the proximity to the Strip, making it a memorable stop on any Vegas golf itinerary. After your round, be sure to sample their signature Golden Bear burger; it's said to be the perfect complement to an afternoon on the links.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in NV
Quick facts
- Location
- Las Vegas, NV, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 2001
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Jack Nicklaus
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 7,194 yards
- Difficulty
- 74.5/140
- Course Vaults score
- 7.3
Getting there
Bear's Best Las Vegas is most readily accessed via Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), situated just fifteen minutes south of the course in the heart of the Las Vegas Valley, or alternatively through the smaller North Las Vegas Airport (VGT) for those arriving by private aircraft seeking a more discreet entry point. From either gateway, the drive north into the foothills transitions swiftly from the glittering sprawl of the Strip into the quieter residential neighborhoods of the northwest valley, where the course sits nestled against the edge of the desert landscape. The final miles wind through increasingly open terrain, the urban hum fading as you approach the gates of Bear's Best Las Vegas - a sanctuary of championship golf carved from the high desert, offering a stark and welcome contrast to the neon-lit energy left behind.

FAQ
Common questions about Bear's Best
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Bear's Best has a Course Vaults score of 7.3 out of 10 based on 55 logged golfers.
Bear's Best was designed by Jack Nicklaus.
Yes. Bear's Best is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Bear's Best is 72.
Bear's Best plays 7,194 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Bear's Best is 140.






