Black Bear Golf Club

Black Bear Golf Club sits in the coastal plain region of northeastern South Carolina, near the North Carolina border and roughly fifteen miles inland from Myrtle Beach. Designed by Tom Jackson and opened in the late 1990s, the course occupies gently rolling terrain characteristic of the Grand Strand's interior, where natural wetlands, pine forests, and hardwood stands shape the playing corridors. The routing takes advantage of existing elevation changes modest by coastal standards but sufficient to create varied lies and strategic interest across the layout. The design incorporates water features and native vegetation throughout, with several holes playing along or across wetland areas that require careful club selection and course management. Fairways move through stands of mature trees that frame landing areas and green complexes, while bunkers are positioned to challenge both tee shots and approaches. The course serves daily-fee and resort traffic typical of the Myrtle Beach golf market, offering a parkland-style experience that contrasts with some of the more links-inspired designs found closer to the ocean. Black Bear operates within a competitive regional environment where dozens of courses vie for visiting golfers, and it has established itself as a solid option for groups seeking accessible conditioning and straightforward strategic golf. The layout rewards accuracy over distance on several holes, and the greens present moderate undulation that demands attention on approach shots and putting.