Hole 7 at Bandon Dunes Resort (Old Macdonald Course)

Par 4 • 363 Yards • Bandon, Oregon

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The seventh hole at Old Macdonald stands as the early favorite for "signature hole" status, representing one of the course's entirely original designs rather than a classic template recreation. This drivable par-4 offers risk-reward drama in favorable wind conditions, with strategic positioning past the right-center fairway bunker setting up the ideal approach angle.

Tees:

363y345y322y311y195y

Green:31y × 48y

Fairway @250y:80y wide

6 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 363 yds
Green: 9999 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

This drivable par 4 demands precision over power. With the fairway maintaining 80 yards of width at both 200 and 250 yards, you have room to work with, but the key is positioning for the best angle to attack the pin.

approach

If going for the green in one, be aware of the bunker at 265.9 yards that guards the approach. A well-struck driver in favorable wind conditions can clear this hazard, but anything short will find trouble.

green

The massive 9,999 square foot green (31 yards by 48 yards) offers multiple pin positions and requires careful attention to approach angle. This Road Hole-inspired green complex rewards precision over aggression.

hazard warning

Two additional bunkers at 351.4 and 362.1 yards frame the green complex. If laying up short of the first bunker, you'll have a comfortable wedge into this expansive target from around 100 yards.

approach

At only 363 yards total, this hole plays much shorter than the scorecard suggests. Conservative players should consider a 200-yard tee shot to the wide fairway, leaving a manageable approach to the large green.

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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 363-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or 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: heavily bunkered, large green requiring good lag putting.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 7?

Key hazards include: 5 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 7?

The green is large and can play quite long. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. 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 (Old Macdonald Course). You can play this exact 363-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 →