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Bear Trace Tims Ford
An Insightful Interview With Jared Melson, General Manager / Head Golf Professional
Bear Trace at Tims Ford State Park
Bear Trace at Tims Ford State Park
891 Wiseman Bend
Winchester, TN 37398
Phone: 931-968-0995
Online Tee Times
Golf Course Information
Description
Just an hour-and-a-half south of Nashville lies another star of the Jack Nicklaus-designed collection. The Bear Trace at Tims Ford has received widespread acclaim almost from the day of its opening. Included among its plaudits are one of the "Top Ten Places You Can Play" and one of the "Best New Destinations" in Tennessee for 1999. Situated on a peninsula surrounded by picturesque Tims Ford Lake, this visually compelling golf course has been described by one national publication as a "glittering newcomer....an intriguing 6,763 yard layout (gold tees) with several different looks."
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Golf Course Info
- Course: 18 Holes
- Course Type: Public
- Architect: Jack Nicklaus
- Opened: 1999
- Season: Year Round
- Head Pro: Jared Melson
Golf Course Stats
- Tee Boxes: 5
- Back Tees: 6763 Yards
- Back Par: 71
- Back Slope: 128
- Back Rating: 72.7
Green Fees and Rates
https://tnstateparks.com/golf/rates/bear-trace-at-tims-ford
Tee Times & Reservations
Reservations
Tee times may be made online or by phone up to 14 days in advance.
Golf Course Amenities
Lodging:
Par 3:
Driving Range:
Putting Green:
Water Hazards:
Sand Bunkers:
Pro On Site:
Outings:
Leagues:
Homes On Course:
Golf Community:
Casino:
Par 3:
Driving Range:
Putting Green:
Water Hazards:
Sand Bunkers:
Pro On Site:
Outings:
Leagues:
Homes On Course:
Golf Community:
Casino:
Yes
N/A
Yes
Yes
Yes
31-40
Yes
N/A
Yes
No
No
N/A
N/A
Yes
Yes
Yes
31-40
Yes
N/A
Yes
No
No
N/A
Reservations:
Credit Cards:
Carts:
GPS Carts:
Walking:
Caddies:
Laser Link:
Rental Clubs:
Banquet Hall:
Bar:
Locker Rooms:
Credit Cards:
Carts:
GPS Carts:
Walking:
Caddies:
Laser Link:
Rental Clubs:
Banquet Hall:
Bar:
Locker Rooms:
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Allowed
No
No
Yes
No
No
No
Yes
Yes
No
Allowed
No
No
Yes
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No
No
Greens:
Fairways:
Yardage:
Fairways:
Yardage:
TifEagle Bermuda Grass
419 Bermuda Grass
200, 150, 100 Yard Markers
419 Bermuda Grass
200, 150, 100 Yard Markers
Outing Information
Contact Bear Trace at Tims Ford State Park at 931-968-0995 for more information and details on holding a golf outing at the course.
Events
Contact the golf course for upcoming events.
Lodging Options
The park has 20 beautiful cabins situated on the wooded slopes of Tims Ford Lake. The cabins are completely equipped for housekeeping; including appliances, cooking and serving utensils, and linens. Each cabin features a gas fireplace, outdoor balcony, color television with Dish Network, and charcoal grills. Six of the cabins have two bedrooms with two double beds in each bedroom. Reservation requirements are two-night minimum stays and holidays are three-night minimum stays.
For Tims Ford cabin reservations, call 1-800-471-5295 or visit https://tnstateparks.com/parks/cabins/tims-ford.
Restaurant and Dining Options:
Breakfast and lunch options are available In-Season in the Snack Bar at the clubhouse. Out of Season times and days may vary.
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