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Experience the beauty of Bear Trace at Harrison Bay
Jack Nicklaus Signature Design • Harrison, Tennessee
In Season (Mar 21–Nov 30)
| Weekday | Weekend | |
|---|---|---|
| 18 Holes w/ Cart | $70 | $80 |
| 9 Holes w/ Cart | $35 | $40 |
| 18 Holes Walking | $50 | $60 |
| Senior 18 w/ Cart (62+) | $60 | N/A |
| Junior 18 Walking | $24 | $24 |
| Twilight 18 (after 3pm) | $60 | $60 |
Off Season (Dec 1–Mar 20)
| Weekday | Weekend | |
|---|---|---|
| 18 Holes w/ Cart | $41 | $48 |
| 9 Holes w/ Cart | $21 | $25 |
| 18 Holes Walking | $24 | $29 |
| Senior 18 w/ Cart (62+) | $34 | N/A |
All rates + tax • Senior weekday only • Rates subject to change
Address:
8919 Harrison Bay Road
Harrison, TN 37341
Phone:
(423) 326-0885
Website:
tnstateparks.com
| Tee | Yardage | Rating | Slope | Par |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 7,111 | 74.9 | 136 | 72 |
| Blue | 6,545 | 71.6 | 128 | 72 |
| White | 5,972 | 68.5 | 125 | 72 |
| Red | 5,292 | 70.3 | 118 | 72 |
Bear Trace at Harrison Bay is a stunning Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course situated on a peninsula along Chickamauga Lake in Harrison, Tennessee. Located just 18 miles from Chattanooga, this public 18-hole championship course opened in 1999 as part of the Tennessee Golf Trail—the Golden Bear's commitment to bringing quality public golf to the state.
Playing to 7,111 yards from the Gold tees with a course rating of 74.9 and slope of 136, Harrison Bay is both the longest and highest-rated of the three Bear Trace courses. The layout features Champion Bermuda greens and 419 Bermuda fairways lined with soaring pine and hardwood trees. With the Chickamauga Lake surrounding the property on three sides, 12 holes touch water while still providing ample room for safe play.
Most greens are open in front, making the course accessible for higher-handicap players while maintaining the traditional Nicklaus character through strategic fairway and greenside bunkers. The design rewards precise tee shots and thoughtful course management, particularly on the holes where lake carries demand commitment.
As part of Harrison Bay State Park, the course offers families additional recreational opportunities beyond golf. The state park features camping, hiking trails, swimming areas, boat launches, and picnic facilities, making it an ideal destination for golf trips where the whole family can enjoy outdoor activities on Chickamauga Lake.
Experience the beauty of Bear Trace at Harrison Bay
Book your tee time today and experience one of Tennessee's premier golf destinations