Hole 7 at Bandon Dunes Resort (Bandon Dunes Course)

Par 4 • 383 Yards • Bandon, Oregon

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Challenging

The 7th hole at Bandon Dunes showcases the course's signature aerial approach shots that contrast beautifully with the resort's longer, more demanding holes. This mid-length par 4 requires precision over power, demanding golfers carry their approach to a well-protected green. It exemplifies David McLay Kidd's thoughtful design philosophy of rewarding strategic play over brute force.

Tees:

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Green:42y × 45y

Fairway @250y:66y wide

2 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 383 yds
Green: 9693 sq ft
Bunkers: 2
Course Slope: 143
Course Rating: 74.1

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the center-left of the fairway on your tee shot, as the fairway maintains excellent width at 70 yards at the 200-yard mark, giving you plenty of room to work with while avoiding the bunkers positioned at 134.5 and 153.7 yards.

hazard warning

Be aware of the bunker complex starting at 134.5 yards from the tee - longer hitters should consider a controlled tee shot or hybrid to stay short of trouble while still leaving a manageable approach.

approach

From a well-positioned drive around 200 yards, you'll have roughly 180 yards remaining to a generous green measuring 42 by 44 yards - use one extra club and focus on hitting the center of this large target.

tee shot

The fairway only narrows slightly from 200 to 250 yards (70 to 66 yards), so aggressive drivers can still find plenty of fairway if they carry the bunkers and stay in play.

green

With 9,693 square feet of putting surface available, this Par 4 rewards aggressive approach shots - don't be afraid to attack pins, as you have substantial margin for error on this large green.

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This 383-yard par 4 is ideal for working on your driver accuracy. Launch monitors from $600 let you practice this exact shot with real course data from home.

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Scoring Tip

Focus on getting your approach inside 20 feet. Two putts from there and you walk away with par.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 383-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 7?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: large green requiring good lag putting.

How big is the green on hole 7?

The green is large and can play quite long. Three-putt territory if you don't manage your approach distance well.

What's a good score on hole 7?

This hole is a medium-length test where par is a solid result. A straightforward par 4 where course management pays off.

Can I practice hole 7 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Bandon Dunes Resort (Bandon Dunes Course). You can play this exact 383-yard par 4 shot-by-shot at home. Entry-level options like the SkyTrak+ (around $2,500) and Garmin Approach R10 (around $600) support course play, while premium systems from Trackman and Foresight offer tour-level accuracy. Most systems pay for themselves in a season or two versus green fees and range balls. Shop home golf simulators →