Bent Creek Golf Course

Bent Creek Golf Course is a par 72 championship layout designed by Gary Player and opened in 1972 in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Located near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the course features distinct front and back nines: the front nine plays across the valley floor with a more open character, while the back nine transitions into challenging mountain terrain with elevation changes.

A signature characteristic of the course is a sparkling mountain stream that meanders throughout the entire layout, creating visual contrast against the surrounding Smoky Mountains landscape. This water feature presents both aesthetic appeal and strategic challenge to golfers.

The course is known for balancing difficulty with playability, offering challenging conditions without being prohibitively demanding. Southern Living Travel Guide recognized Bent Creek as one of the Top Fifty Golf Courses in the South, reflecting its quality design and scenic merit.

The mountainous setting, combined with the interplay of water features and varied terrain across eighteen holes, creates a distinctive golfing experience that appeals to players seeking both natural beauty and competitive play in an Appalachian mountain environment.