Is Bandon Dunes worth the money?

Just completed a four day golfing trip to Bandon Dunes and enjoyed it tremendously. It is absolutely worth the trip to experience it. Played four of the five courses and found them all to be truly spectacular. Each has its’ own character and charm and is unique, be sure to enjoy them all.

How much does a trip to Bandon cost?

Unlike a place like Pebble Beach where you’re paying over $500 regardless of what time of year you visit, Bandon can get downright affordable at different times of the season. In 2021, a peak season (July-September) round is $290. Or less than half of what you’d pay to play Pebble.

What is the best time of year to play Bandon Dunes?

With the summer solstice coming in late June the longest days of the year are going to be around that time and the shortest days will start in late November and continue through early March. That said, with the proper planning and tee times it is possible to play 36 holes even on the shortest days of the year.

Can you play Bandon Dunes without staying there?

As a “golf only” guest, you have to pay $280; and if you want to make tee times more than 21 days out, it’ll cost you $330 and you can’t play before 10 am.

How hard is Bandon Dunes?

Bandon Dunes is the least difficult course of the four on the property, but its palpable devotion to links style—with its rippled fairways, massive greens and challenging coastal holes—fuse together a vivid golf experience.

Does Bandon Dunes have yardage books?

Get ready for your upcoming Bandon Dunes adventure with all five course yardage books! Prepare to Go Low with the Bandon Dunes, Bandon Trails, Old Macdonald, Pacific Dunes, and Sheep Ranch Yardage Guides!

Should I take a Caddie at Bandon Dunes?

Yes. Caddies are encouraged. Resort Caddies are individual contractors and typically receive an average of $100+ per bag, per round.

How much do you tip a caddy at Bandon Dunes?

With a $25 gratuity per round, caddies can pull in $500 a day for a “dub-dub.” One of our caddies, a 25-year veteran who has looped in major championships, splits his time equally between Bandon and a premier, old money country club in the south. He happily earns two-thirds of his six-figure income in Oregon.

How much do you tip a Bandon Dunes caddy?

With a $25 gratuity per round, caddies can pull in $500 a day for a “dub-dub.” One of our caddies, a 25-year veteran who has looped in major championships, splits his time equally between Bandon and a premier, old money country club in the south.

Which Bandon course is hardest?

Bandon Trails
Bandon Trails is also the hardest course at Bandon Dunes. There is not a lot of room for error, and it will challenge all of your shot making abilities.

How many golf courses does Bandon Dunes have?

At Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, you’ll find six distinct links courses built on a beautiful stretch of sand dunes perched 100 feet above the Pacific Ocean.