King and Bear Golf Course at World Golf Village
About
The King & Bear Course at World Golf Village is named for its designers, Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus. It is the first and only collaboration between the two legendary golfers. Combining the contrasting styles of the two designers created a challenging course that incorporates features from both traditional Scottish-links courses and new traditions in American golf. The course is known for the numerous lakes bordered by large coquina rock that come into play throughout. The front nine is dotted with loblolly pines while decades-old oak trees provide shade for the back nine. In addition to King & Bear, World Golf Village also offers another excellent 18-hole course, Slammer & Squire.
Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
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Stone | 72 | 7279 yards | 74.6 | 141 |
Black | 72 | 6855 yards | 72.5 | 138 |
Blue | 72 | 6506 yards | 70.6 | 133 |
Blue/White Blended | 72 | 6217 yards | 69.2 | 132 |
White | 72 | 5987 yards | 68.4 | 129 |
White (W) | 72 | 5987 yards | 74.3 | 136 |
White/Green Blended (W) | 72 | 5501 yards | 71.4 | 128 |
White/Green Blended | 72 | 5501 yards | 66.1 | 117 |
Green (W) | 72 | 5119 yards | 69.4 | 123 |
Green | 72 | 5119 yards | 64.7 | 110 |
Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
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Stone M: 74.6/141 | 426 | 435 | 227 | 383 | 546 | 194 | 573 | 462 | 448 | 3694 | 436 | 163 | 412 | 557 | 200 | 360 | 467 | 427 | 563 | 3585 | 7279 |
Black M: 72.5/138 | 399 | 412 | 208 | 354 | 532 | 180 | 542 | 437 | 430 | 3494 | 406 | 148 | 373 | 531 | 179 | 334 | 441 | 409 | 540 | 3361 | 6855 |
Blue M: 70.6/133 | 381 | 393 | 181 | 343 | 519 | 157 | 529 | 416 | 407 | 3326 | 375 | 137 | 349 | 521 | 154 | 311 | 416 | 390 | 527 | 3180 | 6506 |
Blended B-W M: 69.2/132 | 371 | 353 | 181 | 343 | 497 | 157 | 508 | 389 | 407 | 3206 | 356 | 137 | 349 | 521 | 133 | 311 | 384 | 324 | 496 | 3011 | 6217 |
White M: 68.4/129 W: 74.3/136 | 371 | 353 | 167 | 309 | 497 | 147 | 508 | 389 | 329 | 3070 | 356 | 123 | 315 | 484 | 133 | 302 | 384 | 324 | 496 | 2917 | 5987 |
Blended W-G M: 66.1/117 W: 71.4/128 | 342 | 328 | 167 | 309 | 434 | 147 | 449 | 373 | 329 | 2878 | 307 | 123 | 315 | 436 | 133 | 302 | 310 | 324 | 373 | 2623 | 5501 |
Green M: 64.7/110 W: 69.4/123 | 342 | 328 | 146 | 257 | 434 | 125 | 449 | 373 | 257 | 2711 | 307 | 96 | 265 | 436 | 118 | 220 | 310 | 283 | 373 | 2408 | 5119 |
Handicap | 3 | 9 | 17 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 8 | 18 | 10 | 14 | 12 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 16 | |||
Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
Handicap (W) | 3 | 7 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 5 | 17 | 2 | 16 | 4 | 6 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 8 | 12 |
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Reviewer Photos
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King & Bear, hole 11 Photo submitted by TimGavrichGP on 06/28/2022
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Photo submitted by u705588131 on 02/27/2022
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Photo submitted by u705588131 on 02/27/2022
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King & Bear 1st tee Photo submitted by Icanhackit on 11/12/2021
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Photo submitted by usgolfwu on 04/07/2020
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Photo submitted by usgolfwu on 04/07/2020
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Photo submitted by scrooge75 on 12/20/2013
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Photo submitted by scrooge75 on 12/20/2013
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Photo submitted by scrooge75 on 12/20/2013
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Hole 3 Photo submitted by u000006149247 on 10/09/2013
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Photo submitted by William2950144 on 07/04/2013
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Photo submitted by VernonG9044437 on 04/19/2013
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Photo submitted by VernonG9044437 on 04/19/2013
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Photo submitted by VernonG9044437 on 04/19/2013
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#14 Photo submitted by u000007030060 on 04/08/2013
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Houses along #14. Photo submitted by u000007030060 on 04/08/2013
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#1 Photo submitted by u000007030060 on 04/08/2013
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Boardwalk from #1 green to #2 tee. Photo submitted by u000007030060 on 04/08/2013
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Photo submitted by u000005782350 on 02/05/2013
Worth the drive from Orlando.....
We made a mid-week trek to St Augustine from Orlando to take advantage of a free round from GolfNow rewards. Thanks GN!
We played the King and the Bear course and were very pleased. The staff was outstanding, from the guys at the bag drop, to the pro-shop staff, starter, and cart girl. The only slight miscue was the ranger on the course, who, while pleasant, seemed unable/unwilling to engage one 4-some that was holding up 3 groups behind with their slow play. Fortunately that 4-some took a longish break at the turn and we were all able to slide by them.
Course conditions were great. Greens had been punched 5 or 6 weeks ago and were still just a little grainy, but other than that, the course was pristine. The layout was challenging with a good mix of longer holes and some very good risk/reward short holes. A lot of water and sand, so keep it straight off the tee. Fortunately, the fairways are generous and the greens were receptive to a well struck approach. No GPS on the cart so I highly recommend spending the $7 to buy a yardage book to keep you out of trouble off the tee.
We chose the King and Bear course over the Slammer and Squire because it was a bit longer and rated a bit more difficult for our group of low single-digit players. Having said that, the course was very playable and less skilled players won't find it punishing if played from the tees that best suit their game.
We'll absolutely be back.
Hot day!
The temperature was above 98. Hot!!!! The course was great as there were very few players because of the weather and also in perfect condition. They had a huge barrel of chilled in ice apples at the 10th tee for refreshments which I considered an unexpected pleasure. Throughout the round they had an ambassador riding around offering chilled towels to cool down. Both these gestures were free and were beyond what one might expect therefore justifying the higher price charges. I would definitely play there again through GolfNow.com. The regular rates were a bit stiff for me as I'm retired.
The sand traps needed attention, such as putting in sand
The course overall was in good shape except for a lot of the sand traps needed attention, such as putting in sand. Once a sand shot was hit, wet sand or dirt woould come up and the surface under the shot was hard because of the lack of sand.
fairways perfect, greens challenging
the marshall should be more proactive to advise slow players, otherwise play was good.
nice course poor beverage service
Nice course although just airified. Saw the beverage cart for the first time on 8th hole. She said she would see us on the back nine and we never saw her again!!!
first out of state course played
This was the first time ever golfing out of the state of Kansas. And boy did I get spoiled! The play of the course was great for a golfer with a long drive. I would love to go back. And when I do I'm gonna visit the world golf hall of fame and its sister course Slammer and Squire.
A must play course
Great experience! Great design and in immaculate shape. The greens were a little bumpy due to aeration approximately 2 weeks ago, but not a problem. Thanks to golf now we paid $64.00 instead of $129.00!
Excellent golf course
Green were aerated and sanded but other than that a must play.
Great course!! Must play!!
I played king&bear with my dad a few days ago and was very impressed. The course had been aerated about ten days before so it was still recovering but we knew about this going and it was to th point that the course was very playable. I've played enough golf to see past the fact that is it undergoing routine work and realize this is definitely one of the top courses I've played. Will play again for sure. Being the only course designed by jack and arnie this is clearly a unique experience.
Greens Plug
Yes I knew the greens were plug. I would hold off playing this course for the next three weeks. Every putt bounces off line unless you bang the putt.
Not worth the $ 109.00 Really only worth $ 30.00 then only if you want to play the layout and do not care about your score. You just can not putt these greens right now. They are really over charging for play right now.
Played with a guy from Orlando and he says the courses only charge a cart fee when they plug the greens for a couple of weeks.
Great atmosphere!
Considering the course was recently aerated, it was a beautiful course. Nice touch with the apples (on ice) on 1 and 10 on such a hot day. The ranger was around to give us water and cool towels as well, but not pestering us. It was a nice experience.
overall great course
Greens were so so due to recent aeration. bartender was very rude and needs to be fired.
The course to play.
I am new to the Jacksonville area and have played seven different courses now. This was the best of them all. I enjoyed this course as much as TPC Sawgrass. It was in beautiful shape. The greens were true and speedy but still held approaches and chips. The driving range and warm up area was great and the staff was the most friendly, professional staff I have ever encountered. A must play course.
Great Course
King and Bear looked great, the only thing I didnt really like was that you could still see where they had punched the greens. There wasnt any holes but it looked like they didnt fill the holes with enough sand. Other than that very nice course and the staff was great. The price was steep but if you get the hot deal its not so bad
Great experience
Course was in great shape, staff was very friendly and helpful, iced apples, plenty of ice water on the course/range. Couldn't ask for a better round of golf
Beautiful course, well maintained, fun to play
Except for the rain-shortened round, this was a great time. Will definitely play again.
Crown Jewel of the WGV.
This is a fine course. Absolutely beautiful. The staff was super friendly. The course was in fine shape. The course had recently been aerated but had bounced back very nicely. Fairways and tees in super shape. We thoroughly enjoyed our round. My only knock is that this course is a bit pricey for your average golfer. The course wasn't very busy especially for a Sat afternoon. Every golfer should play this course at least once.
This course is great and a great restraunt staff and cart service
Simply a must play while in Florida. Great people, great course fast greens. Time your play and you can save some coin. Cart girl Terri was super duper.
Normally a great place to play
However - I don't think it's right that they charge $129 for a course that's recently aerated their greens. Greens were bumpy and slow. Also - tried to grab a bite at the turn (at 3PM) and the kitchen was closed already.
Not bad for the discounted price
Greens were a little bumpy and of average speed--found that disappointing. Fairways and boxes were in great shape. Rough is challenging. Played behind a foursome of members. On the 13th hole we were 40 mins behind per the marshall. Round took over 5 hours. They would not open the tips, which forced a friend I played with to play at 6800. He fired a 68 in large part because he could sting it around with a 3 wood all day. Overall not a bad course for the discounted price. No way worth the full price. There are a couple of courses in St. Johns county that are better buys.