Hole 4 at Bandon Dunes Resort (Old Macdonald Course)

Par 4 • 504 Yards • Bandon, Oregon

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The 3rd hole at Old Macdonald, known as "Ghost Tree," is one of Bandon's most recognizable and story-laden holes. Players must carry their tee shot over a towering 30-foot dune crowned by an iconic dead tree, before watching their ball tumble down into the fairway below.

Tees:

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Green:47y × 40y

Fairway @250y:80y wide

7 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 504 yds
Green: 10952 sq ft
Bunkers: 7
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

This 504-yard par 4 demands a strategic tee shot with bunkers positioned at 395.8 yards. Aim for the generous fairway which maintains 80 yards of width at both the 200 and 250-yard marks, giving you plenty of room to work with off the tee.

approach

After a 250-yard drive on this 504-yard hole, you'll face a challenging approach shot of approximately 254 yards to a massive green measuring 47 yards by 40 yards. The generous green size of 10,952 square feet gives you multiple pin positions to consider.

hazard warning

Be aware of the greenside bunkers positioned at 485.0 and 514.4 yards from the tee. These hazards frame the putting surface and will penalize approaches that come up short or long on this lengthy par 4.

approach

The green's substantial dimensions of 47 yards long by 40 yards wide provide excellent scoring opportunities if you can reach it in regulation. Focus on club selection for this long approach, as the large putting surface rewards aggressive play.

tee shot

With consistent fairway width of 80 yards at both 200 and 250-yard distances, you can confidently swing away with driver on this 504-yard par 4, knowing the landing area remains generous throughout the prime driving zones.

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This 504-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 504-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 4?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4, heavily bunkered, large green requiring good lag putting.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 4?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 4?

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 4?

This hole is one of the tougher holes where par feels like birdie. A challenging par 4. Accept that bogey happens and avoid big numbers.

Can I practice hole 4 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 504-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 →