Located just east of downtown Naples, Bear’s Paw is a private, member-owned golf community featuring luxury homes, direct boating access, and the first Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course ever built in Florida.
This intimate enclave offers a rare blend of championship golf and Gulf access, set amid tropical landscapes and scenic waterways leading to Naples Bay.
The centerpiece of Bear’s Paw is its 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Course, renowned for its strategic design and pristine conditioning.
Members enjoy:
Newly renovated greens and bunkers.
Private practice range and putting complex.
Full-service clubhouse with bar, grille, and fine dining.
Men’s and women’s locker rooms and social gathering spaces.
On-site golf professionals offering instruction and clinics.
With only 297 memberships, Bear’s Paw delivers an exclusive, uncrowded golf experience.
Bear’s Paw is one of the few Naples communities offering both golf and boating. The private marina along the Gordon River provides:
Direct access to Naples Bay and the Gulf of Mexico.
Boat slips and kayak launch facilities.
Fishing and sunset cruising opportunities from your own backyard.
The combination of golf and Gulf access makes Bear’s Paw uniquely desirable among Naples luxury communities.
Bear’s Paw features a mix of single-family estates, villa homes, and condominiums, many with water or golf-course views.
Residences include:
Open-concept floor plans with 2–4 bedrooms.
Private lanais and pools, often overlooking the fairways or waterways.
Updated kitchens, high ceilings, and attached garages.
Pet-friendly and golf-cart-friendly neighborhood design.
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Beyond golf and boating, residents enjoy:
Resort-style pool and fitness center.
Tennis and pickleball courts.
Clubhouse dining and social events year-round.
24-hour gated security and professional management.
The community’s active social calendar includes themed dinners, charity tournaments, and seasonal celebrations, fostering a close-knit, welcoming environment.
Bear’s Paw’s location offers quiet seclusion with downtown proximity — just minutes from Fifth Avenue South, Naples Pier, and Gulf beaches.
Residents enjoy easy access to US 41, I-75, and Naples Airport, as well as nearby shopping, dining, and cultural attractions.
Bear’s Paw delivers an unmatched private-club lifestyle with Jack Nicklaus golf, boating, and Naples convenience — all in a lush, gated setting. It’s a rare community where residents can play 18 holes and cruise to the Gulf in the same afternoon — the ultimate expression of the Naples luxury lifestyle.
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