Bandon Dunes Resort (Bandon Trails Course) Hole by Hole - 16th Hole
Bandon Dunes Resort (Bandon Trails Course), Oregon
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Welcome to the 16th hole at Bandon Dunes Resort's Bandon Trails Course. This par 5 offers a challenging yet rewarding experience for golfers of all levels. From the championship tees, this hole measures 530 yards and has a handicap of 2, making it one of the more difficult holes on the course.
As you approach the tee box, take note of the slight dogleg right and fairway width of approximately 60 yards. This means that accuracy off the tee is crucial in order to avoid any potential hazards or obstacles. The average golfer can expect to hit their driver around 217 yards, so be sure to choose your club wisely based on your own personal driving distance.
The green area spans an impressive 13,235 square feet and is surrounded by five bunkers strategically placed throughout the hole. However, none of these bunkers are greenside as they are positioned mostly along the fairway and near landing areas for longer drives.
When planning your approach shot, keep in mind that this green is relatively large and allows for some room for error. A well-struck iron shot from about 140 yards (7 iron) should get you onto or near this expansive putting surface. For shorter hitters who may struggle with reaching this distance in two shots, laying up just short of these bunkers could also be a smart play.
Weather conditions at Bandon Dunes can vary greatly depending on which season you visit. In general though, expect cooler temperatures due to its proximity to Oregon's coast and potential wind gusts coming off nearby Pacific Ocean during any time of year. Be sure to factor these elements into your club selection as they can greatly affect ball flight.
Overall, Hole 16 at Bandon Trails offers a challenging but scenic experience with its strategic design elements such as doglegs and bunker placement. Keep your focus on accuracy off the tee and precision with approach shots in order to set yourself up for a potential birdie or par on this beautiful par 5. Good luck!
Teebox type: Championship
Par: 5
Distance: 530 yards
Handicap: 2
Green Area:
13235
Approx Fairway Width:
60
Has Water:
False
Curvature:
Slight dogleg
Percent Bunkers Near green:
0
Bunker Count:
5
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
1. Accuracy off the tee is crucial on this hole due to the slight dogleg right and narrow fairway width. Choose your club wisely based on your own personal driving distance.
2. Take note of the five strategically placed bunkers throughout the hole and plan accordingly for your approach shot.
3. Keep in mind that this green is relatively large, so a well-struck iron shot from about 140 yards (7 iron) should get you onto or near the putting surface.
4. If you are a shorter hitter, consider laying up just short of these bunkers instead of trying to reach the green in two shots.
5. Be aware of potential weather conditions at Bandon Dunes, such as cooler temperatures and wind gusts coming off the nearby Pacific Ocean, which can greatly affect ball flight.
6. Stay focused on accuracy off the tee and precision with approach shots to give yourself a chance at birdie or par on this challenging yet rewarding par 5 hole.
7. Enjoy the scenic experience offered by Hole 16 at Bandon Trails with its strategic design elements such as doglegs and bunker placement.
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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