Bandon Dunes Resort (Pacific Dunes Course) Hole by Hole - 17th Hole

Hole 17 at Pacific Dunes Course is a par 3 playing 208 yards from the championship tees and 128 yards from the women's tees. This hole offers an interesting challenge as it can be played differently depending on your skill level and distance off the tee. The green is wide with 23,277 square feet of area to work with, however two greenside bunkers account for 9% of that total making accuracy key in avoiding them.

The altitude of Bandon, Oregon means that wind will play a factor throughout all four seasons; during summer months you may find yourself facing higher winds while winter brings calmer conditions. Depending on your club selection and weather conditions you should adjust accordingly when selecting clubs off the tee box; if playing from the championship tees use a 5 iron or hybrid if there is no wind but consider using a 4 iron or even 3 wood if strong winds are present to ensure enough carry over water hazards that come into play just short of the green. If playing from one of the shorter tees then select appropriately based on your yardage chart (e.g., 7 Iron for men’s/pros, pitching wedge for women’s).

Overall Hole 17 at Pacific Dunes Course offers an excellent opportunity to score well provided you hit accurate shots both off the tee and towards this large green protected by two strategically placed bunkers!