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Five world-class links courses on the remote Oregon coast. No carts, no houses, no pretense — just pure golf. Get a complete Captain's Packet with tee times, dining, lodging, and group pairings built by AI in minutes.

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Top 5 Bandon Dunes Golf Courses

True links golf on the edge of the Pacific. Walking-only, caddie-friendly, and unlike anything else in the U.S.

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Pacific Dunes

Tom Doak's crown jewel, consistently ranked #1 public course in America. Thirteen holes with ocean views, dramatic cliff-side par 3s, and firm, fast links turf. The round of a lifetime.

Par 71 Slope 140 $175-375/round
2

Bandon Dunes

The original course that started it all. David McLay Kidd's Scottish-inspired links layout hugging the bluffs above the Pacific. Rolling fairways, deep pot bunkers, and gorse bushes that punish wayward drives.

Par 72 Slope 142 $175-375/round
3

Old Macdonald

Tom Doak and Jim Urbina's tribute to C.B. Macdonald's golden-age template holes. Massive double greens, wide fairways, and strategic bunkering. The most fun round at Bandon for every skill level.

Par 71 Slope 131 $175-375/round
4

Bandon Trails

Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw's inland masterpiece weaving through coastal forest, meadows, and dunes. A different feel from the oceanside courses — more sheltered, more strategic, equally spectacular.

Par 71 Slope 137 $175-375/round
5

Sheep Ranch

The newest addition and most exposed course on the property. Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw built every hole within sight of the ocean. No trees, no shelter — raw, windswept links golf at its purest.

Par 72 Slope 133 $175-375/round

Best Time to Visit Bandon Dunes

Peak season is May through October when Oregon's southern coast is driest. Bandon is remote — fly into North Bend/Coos Bay (OTH) or drive 4.5 hours from Portland. Book 3-6 months ahead for summer tee times. Wind is constant; layers and rain gear are non-negotiable year-round.

May — Jun
55-65°F · Long days, less wind
Jul — Aug
58-68°F · Peak season, driest
Sep — Oct
52-63°F · Fewer crowds, great value
Nov — Apr
42-55°F · Rain & wind (lowest rates)

Sample 3-Day Bandon Dunes Itinerary

A true Bandon trip is 3-4 days minimum — you're remote and want to play as many courses as possible. Your custom packet will be tailored to your group.

Day 1: Arrival & Pacific Dunes

  • Morning: Fly into North Bend (OTH), 25-minute drive to the resort
  • Afternoon: 18 holes at Pacific Dunes (1:00 PM — the crown jewel first)
  • Evening: Welcome dinner at The Gallery restaurant on-site. Craft cocktails, local seafood

Day 2: Bandon Dunes & Sheep Ranch

  • Morning: Early round at Bandon Dunes (7:30 AM — the original links)
  • Afternoon: Quick lunch at McKee's Pub, then 18 more at Sheep Ranch (1:30 PM)
  • Evening: Gather at the Bunker Bar for whiskey and trip stories

Day 3: Old Macdonald & Farewell

  • Morning: Final round at Old Macdonald (8:00 AM — the most fun of the five)
  • Afternoon: 13 holes on the Preserve par-3 course if time allows, hand out trip awards
  • Evening: Farewell dinner at The Bunker, then depart or add Day 4 for Bandon Trails
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