Black Bear Golf Club in Franklin, Sussex County, is one of northern New Jersey's most picturesque public golf destinations. The course winds through the rolling hills and forested ridgelines of the NJ Highlands, featuring elevation changes and panoramic views that rank among the finest in the state. Black Bear is a full-featured resort-style public course with a layout that challenges golfers of all abilities while delivering memorable scenery on nearly every hole. The highland terrain produces firm, fast-draining conditions that keep the course playable through most of the season. With its location near Lake Mohawk and the Sparta Mountain area, Black Bear attracts golfers from both Sussex County locals and day-trippers from the NYC metro area seeking a mountain golf getaway. The facility includes a well-appointed clubhouse and practice amenities.
Black Bear Golf Club was developed in the 1990s during New Jersey's public golf expansion era, designed to take full advantage of the dramatic Sussex County highland terrain. The course quickly earned a reputation as a top-tier public option in northern NJ and has maintained consistent quality since opening.
Sussex County location limits catchment area; demand is steady but manageable with good online availability most days.
Without automated alerts, you'd need to constantly refresh the booking site hoping to catch a cancellation. That's where TeeTimeGo comes in — we monitor the tee sheet and notify you the moment a slot opens.
Book online 3-5 days ahead for weekends. Fall foliage season (late September-October) is the most beautiful and busiest period — plan that visit well in advance.
Pro tip: Set a TeeTimeGo alert so you're notified the instant a cancellation opens — even at 2am.
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Book online 3-5 days ahead for weekends. Fall foliage season (late September-October) is the most beautiful and busiest period — plan that visit well in advance.
Yes! When creating your alert, you can specify preferred tee times, number of players, and date ranges. We'll only notify you when matching slots open.
TeeTimeGo sends near-instant alerts via email and SMS when cancellations appear at Black Bear Golf Club, giving you the best chance to book before others.
Sussex County location limits catchment area; demand is steady but manageable with good online availability most days.
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