Trip Itinerary
April 1–4, 2026 · Bandon Dunes Resort
7
Total Rounds
5
Full Courses
2
Par 3 Courses
73.6
Avg. Rating
📋Trip Notes
- •Morning rounds (7:00–7:30 AM): Dress in layers — the coastal fog and morning dew make it significantly colder than the afternoon. Bring a waterproof layer even if the forecast looks clear.
- •Afternoon wind: Wind typically builds throughout the day at Bandon. Afternoon rounds will play harder than the same course in the morning. Budget extra club selection.
- •Caddie booking: Caddies at Bandon are exceptional and strongly recommended. If you haven't booked, call the resort — walk-on caddie availability is limited in April.
- •Dining: Trails End is the main restaurant — book evening reservations. The Tufted Puffin bar at the lodge is perfect for post-round drinks and recaps.
- •Double rounds: Days 2, 3, and 4 each feature two rounds. Hydrate aggressively and eat a proper meal between rounds. The walking distance is real.
Arrival Day
Apr 1
AM
3:45 PM
Par 3 CourseBandon Preserve
Arrival round — 13-hole par-3 on the Pacific cliffs. Great warmup for the days ahead.
Day 2
Apr 2
AM
7:10 AM
Bandon Dunes
Rating / Slope
73.5 / 143
6,732 yds
The original course. Early morning light on the ocean cliffs. Dress in layers — morning wind can be fierce.
PM
2:10 PM
Sheep Ranch
Rating / Slope
71.9 / 121
6,636 yds
Afternoon on the promontory. Wind typically picks up after noon — expect a different challenge than the morning.
Day 3
Apr 3
AM
7:10 AM
Bandon Trails
Rating / Slope
74.9 / 136
6,788 yds
Highest rated course at Bandon. Three ecosystems — forest, heathland, dunes. The strategic showdown.
PM
2:30 PM
Par 3 CourseShorty's
9-hole par-3 cooldown. Short irons only. Great for skins on the par-3s after a long morning.
Final Day
Apr 4
AM
7:30 AM
Pacific Dunes
Rating / Slope
73.2 / 143
6,633 yds
The finale opener. America's best course, saved for the last morning. Make it count.
PM
2:00 PM
Old Macdonald
Rating / Slope
74.4 / 134
6,944 yds
The grand finale. Golden age architecture and the longest course. Go out with a bang.
All Courses at a Glance
| Course | Date | Tee Time | Rating | Slope | Yardage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bandon PreserveP3 | Apr 1 | 3:45 PM | — | — | — |
| Bandon Dunes | Apr 2 | 7:10 AM | 73.5 | 143 | 6,732 |
| Sheep Ranch | Apr 2 | 2:10 PM | 71.9 | 121 | 6,636 |
| Bandon Trails | Apr 3 | 7:10 AM | 74.9 | 136 | 6,788 |
| Shorty'sP3 | Apr 3 | 2:30 PM | — | — | — |
| Pacific Dunes | Apr 4 | 7:30 AM | 73.2 | 143 | 6,633 |
| Old Macdonald | Apr 4 | 2:00 PM | 74.4 | 134 | 6,944 |