Hole 13 at Bandon Dunes Resort (Old Macdonald Course)

Par 4 • 346 Yards • Bandon, Oregon

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The 13th hole at Old Macdonald marks a pivotal moment in your round, where Tom Doak and Jim Urbina's tribute to Charles Blair Macdonald's golden age design philosophy truly shines. This strategic par 4 demands precision over power, embodying the classic risk-reward principles that made Macdonald's original templates legendary. After completing this hole, be sure to savor the famous "forest path" walk to the next tee—a cherished Bandon tradition.

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Green:38y × 34y

Fairway @250y:72y wide

6 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 346 yds
Green: 7670 sq ft
Bunkers: 6
Course Slope: 138
Course Rating: 77.6

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Bunkers everywhere — a versatile wedge is your scoring club on this hole.

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

With the fairway measuring 70 yards wide at the 200-yard mark, this short par-4 offers plenty of room for your tee shot. Consider a controlled driver or 3-wood to position yourself around 200 yards from the tee, leaving a comfortable wedge into the green.

approach

The green measures 38 yards deep by 34 yards wide at 7,670 square feet, providing a generous target for your approach shot. From 140-150 yards out, focus on pin position and use the green's size to your advantage by aiming for the center if the pin is tucked.

hazard warning

Three bunkers guard the green area at distances of 317, 327, and 329 yards from the tee. These greenside bunkers will catch any approach shots that come up short or drift offline, so ensure you have enough club to clear them.

tee shot

At only 346 yards total length, this driveable par-4 presents a risk-reward opportunity for longer hitters. However, with bunkers positioned around the green at 317-329 yards, a conservative play to the 200-250 yard range sets up a safer approach.

approach

The fairway maintains its width at 72 yards even at the 250-yard mark, giving you confidence to be aggressive with longer approaches. If you're laying back to this distance, you'll have a clear shot at the large green with minimal width concerns.

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This 346-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

With bunkers guarding the green, pick the side with the most room and let the slope feed the ball toward the pin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 346-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 13?

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

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 13?

Key hazards include: 3 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 13?

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 13?

This hole is a birdie opportunity if you find the fairway. This shorter par 4 rewards accuracy off the tee with a short iron approach.

Can I practice hole 13 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Bandon Dunes Resort (Old Macdonald Course). You can play this exact 346-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 →