Pacific Dunes
Bandon, OR • Public
Stephen Szurlej
Stephen Szurlej
Stephen Szurlej
Stephen Szurlej
Stephen Szurlej
Stephen Szurlej
Stephen Szurlej
Stephen Szurlej
Stephen Szurlej
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Stephen Szurlej
Overview
This was the second course constructed at Bandon Dunes Resort and the highest ranked among the resort’s five 18s. To best utilize ocean frontage, Tom Doak came up an unorthodox routing that includes four par 3s on the back nine. Holes seem to emerge from the landscape rather than being superimposed onto it with rolling greens and rumpled fairways framed by rugged sand dunes and marvelously grotesque bunkers. The secret is Doak moved a lot of earth in some places to make it look like he moved very little, but the result is a course with sensual movements, like a tango that steps toward the coast and back again, dipping in and out of different playing arenas from the secluded sand blowouts to the exposed bluffs and all variations in between.
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Awards
Ranking history:
100 Greatest: Ranked since 2003.
2023-'24 ranking: 21st.
Previous ranking: 18th.
Highest ranking: 14th, 2007-'10.
100 Greatest Public: Ranked since the inaugural edition in 2003.
2023-'24 ranking: 2nd.
Highest ranking: 2nd, 2007-'12, 2015 to current.
Best in State (including 2023-24 ranking): Ranked first since 2003.
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“True links golf on the Pacific Ocean. A masterpiece by Doak, some of the best ocean front holes in golf."
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“Magnificent links - Doak masterpiece"
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“An intriguing course with holes along the magnificent Oregon Pacific Coast. It is short enough so that even with the sometimes brutal winds off the ocean, it is playable and challenging yet very rewarding with well placed shots and good putting. Two greens on the ninth hole make for an interesting challenge depending on which green is played to that day. Overall a great compliment to all the Bandon Courses."
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“A phenomenal golf course that is an utter pleasure to play. Part of the course wanders through the forest. A number of holes hug the coast and several more have views of the ocean. All spectacular. Most holes have generous fairways (be careful on the oceanside holes) but that should not fool the player into thinking position doesn't matter because it does! Several holes have incredible bunkers that, while not completely in play, force one to really focus to not play away from them into other trouble."
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“The highlight architecturally of the Bandon experience. The 2nd course and in my opinion, like many others the best overall experience at Bandon. A unique collection of holes where you can score (1, 2, 3, 12, 15, 16) and holes you simply try to survive (4, 5, 7, 8, 10, 13, 17, 18) Simply something for everyone. Views, multiple ways to play each hole, the heavy Pacific air playing havoc with your ball on the coastal holes."
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“A lot has been said already about Pacific Dunes, but this stellar golf course really exceeded my expectations and was comfortably my favorite course at the excellent Bandon Dunes resort. Pacific Dunes really has it all - breathtaking views throughout (but especially holes 10, 11, 13), firm, fast conditioning, and a wonderful and unique routing with plenty of variety and strategic options. In terms of challenge, I would say this is probably either the toughest or 2nd toughest course at the Resort along with Bandon Trails, as these greens and approaches require precision. Pacific Dunes is truly an elite course with no real weak holes except for the 1st, which eases you into the round if they play the Back tees up. One of the best courses in America, public or private."
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“A lot has been said already about Pacific Dunes, but this stellar golf course really exceeded my expectations and was comfortably my favorite course at the excellent Bandon Dunes resort. Pacific Dunes really has it all - breathtaking views throughout (but especially holes 10, 11, 13), firm, fast conditioning, and a wonderful and unique routing with plenty of variety and strategic options. In terms of challenge, I would say this is probably either the toughest or 2nd toughest course at the Resort along with Bandon Trails, as these greens and approaches require precision. Pacific Dunes is truly an elite course with no real weak holes except for the 1st, which eases you into the round if they play the Back tees up. One of the best courses in America, public or private."
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“Pacific Dunes introduced public golfers both to the world of Tom Doak and golf has never been the same. A genius routing produces a sequence that turns the player towards, along, and away from coastside cliffs throughout the round. Par fours are outstanding and offer tremendous variety. The course is perfectly fit for changing weather conditions."
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“A stunning oceanside course that definitely makes you feel like you are in Ireland. Bandon Dunes resort is a golfers paradise."
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“Bandon Dunes Golf Resort is located on the western coast of Oregon, 2.5 hours south of Eugene, Oregon and 45 min south of North Bend. There are currently 5 championship courses and two short courses (The Preserve-a 13 hole par 3 course ) and Shorties (a 19 hole par 3 course). Pacific Dunes opened in 2001 and was designed by Tom Doak. It’s a masterpiece that looks like it was carved out by nature. It features tall dunes and great views of the Pacific Ocean. It’s challenging, especially when the wind is blowing hard."
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