Overview
Bear Creek Golf Complex is a 36-hole inland links facility operated by the City of Chandler, Arizona. Both courses and the practice area were created by the Nicklaus Design Group with architect Bill O'Leary and opened for play in January 2000.
The Bear is the championship-length course, with rolling fairways, strategic bunkering and well-conditioned greens. It stretches to 6,825 yards from the back tees at par 71, with a course rating and slope of 71.6/122, and a round should take about 4 hours. The winter greens are a blend of rye and poa trivialis, and the winter tees and fairways are rye.
The Cub is a sporty par-59 executive course of 3,552 yards with five par 4s and thirteen par 3s, ideal for beginners, seniors, juniors and families, with forward family tees for juniors and beginners. An 18-hole round takes about 2 hours and 40 minutes. Between the two courses there are eighteen par 3s, from 70 yards (Cub 6) to 229 yards (Bear 17).
Bear rates from 16 October to 15 November 2026 start at $95 Monday to Thursday and $105 Friday to Sunday for the public, $76 and $84 for seniors, and $40 and $44 for juniors. From 16 November to 31 December the public rate rises to $100 and $110. A 2026 Bear prepaid card cost $186 before tax.
Tees & scorecard
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bear Course, back tees | 6,825 | 71 | 71.6 | 122 |
| Cub Course | 3,552 | 59 | – | – |
The Bear Course stretches to 6,825 yards from the back tees at par 71, with a course rating and slope of 71.6/122. The Cub Course is a par-59 executive course of 3,552 yards.
Source: official scorecard
Green fees & prices
- Bear Course public rate, Mon-Thu (16 Oct to 15 Nov 2026)$95
- Bear Course public rate, Fri-Sun (16 Oct to 15 Nov 2026)$105
- Bear Course senior rate, Mon-Thu (16 Oct to 15 Nov 2026)$76
- Bear Course twilight rate, Mon-Thu, from 12:30 PM (16 Oct to 15 Nov 2026)$72
- Bear Course junior rate, Mon-Thu, all day (16 Oct to 15 Nov 2026)$40
- Bear Course public rate, Mon-Thu (16 Nov to 31 Dec 2026)$100
- Bear Course public rate, Fri-Sun (16 Nov to 31 Dec 2026)$110
- Bear Course senior rate, Mon-Thu (16 Nov to 31 Dec 2026)$80
- Bear Course twilight rate, Mon-Thu, from 12 noon (16 Nov to 31 Dec 2026)$74
- Range balls: small bucket of 30$10
- Range balls: medium bucket of 60$15
- Range balls: large bucket of 90$20
Prices checked 4 November 2026 on the official website. Prices may change; confirm with the course before you book.
Facilities
Good to know
Bear Creek is open to the public. Players should expect to be paired up, and the twilight rate covers a maximum of 18 holes, which may be limited by sunset.
Book up to 30 days ahead on the course website, which promises the lowest dynamically priced green fee with no online booking fees. Changes and cancellations are made by phone on (480) 883-8200, with at least 48 hours' notice for the Bear Course and 24 hours' notice for the Cub Course.
On the Cub Course one child plays free with every paying adult on Sundays, and youth play every day after 12:00 pm with proof of identification.
A practice range with grass hitting stations, a short-game area with a large green and a bunker, and two putting greens, staffed by PGA Professionals. The range is open 6:00 AM to 5:15 PM, closing at 4 PM on Tuesdays.
Combine Golf Academy runs performance programs for junior and adult players at the Practice and Learning Center.
A clubhouse restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
History & highlights
Both courses and the practice area opened for play in January 2000.
The course was designed by the Nicklaus Design Group with architect Bill O'Leary.
Combine Golf Academy moved its home to the Practice and Learning Center on 1 May.
A 6,825-yard championship Bear and a par-59 Cub.
Book ahead for the lowest rates, with no online booking fees.
Kids play free with a paying adult on Cub Sundays.
Range, short-game area and two putting greens.
Tips for first-timers
- Book early: rates rise as the tee sheet fills.
- Cancel Bear Course tee times at least 48 hours ahead by phone, or you may be billed in full.
- Buy range balls in the golf shop before you hit; balls cannot be taken off the property.
- Try the Cub Course for a quick, family-friendly round.
Map & location
Bear Creek Golf Complex, 500 East Riggs Road, Chandler, AZ.
The complex is in Chandler, Arizona, and the golf shop can be reached on (480) 883-8200.
FAQ
How much does it cost to play the Bear Course?
From 16 October to 15 November 2026 the public rate is $95 Monday to Thursday and $105 Friday to Sunday; from 16 November to 31 December it is $100 and $110. Rates are dynamically priced and taxes are extra.
How long is the Bear Course?
It stretches to 6,825 yards from the back tees and plays to par 71, with a rating and slope of 71.6/122.
What is the Cub Course?
A par-59, 3,552-yard executive course with five par 4s and thirteen par 3s, designed for beginners, seniors, juniors and families.
How far ahead can I book?
Up to 30 days ahead through the course website, with no online booking fees.
Is there a driving range?
Yes, a practice range with grass hitting stations. Small, medium and large buckets cost $10, $15 and $20.
Sources
- Bear Creek Golf Complex (official)
- Bear Course rates
- Bear Course information
- Cub Course information
- Practice and Learning Center
- Hole In One Club
- Location: OpenStreetMap
Facts checked 4 November 2026. We only list details we could confirm on the sources above; anything else is left out.