Hole 3 at Bandon Dunes Resort (Old Macdonald Course)

Par 4 • 375 Yards • Bandon, Oregon

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The legendary "Ghost Tree" hole at Old Macdonald stands as one of Bandon's most iconic and story-laden par 4s. Players must launch their tee shot over a towering 30-foot dune crowned by the famous dead tree, hitting blind to the fairway below in one of the resort's most memorable shots.

Tees:

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Green:40y × 47y

Fairway @250y:80y wide

2 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 375 yds
Green: 10957 sq ft
Bunkers: 2
Course Slope: 138
Course Rating: 77.6

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

The famous Ghost Tree sits atop a 30-foot dune that must be carried, but with the fairway maintaining a generous 80 yards wide at both the 200 and 250-yard marks, focus on accuracy over distance to position yourself for the best approach angle.

approach

Two bunkers guard the approach at 315.7 and 312.8 yards from the tee, meaning a 200-yard tee shot leaves you with approximately 115-120 yards to navigate around these hazards to the pin.

green

The massive green measures 10,957 square feet (40 yards by 47 yards), so club selection should prioritize getting on the putting surface rather than attacking specific pin positions - there's plenty of room to work with.

tee shot

At 375 yards total length, this par-4 rewards strategic positioning over power - a well-placed drive of 200-220 yards leaves a comfortable mid-iron approach while avoiding the fairway bunkers that come into play at longer distances.

hazard warning

The bunkers positioned at 312.8 and 315.7 yards create a narrow window for longer hitters - anything over 240 yards from the tee risks finding these approach-blocking hazards.

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

How difficult is hole 3?

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

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 3?

Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 3?

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 3?

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 3 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 375-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 →