Hole 11 at Bandon Dunes Resort (Sheep Ranch Course)
- Par
- 5
- Yardage
- 529 yds
- Stroke index
- 4
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 41 yds deep × 41 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Championship tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Championship tees · Par 5 · 529 yards
The plan for No. 11
The 11th hole at Sheep Ranch stands as such a remarkable par 5 that it was once considered as the potential finishing hole during the design process. This inland dogleg left plays back toward the clubhouse through towering pines, offering one of the course's best scoring opportunities. The hole's defining character comes from dramatic mounds that pinch the fairway near the green, creating a thrilling risk-reward decision.
Off the tee
Your tee shot strategy should focus on finding the generous fairway while favoring the right side to set up the best angle for the dogleg left. Driver is typically the right club selection here, as the opening fairway provides ample room for error. Target your drive toward the right-center of the fairway, which will give you the optimal line around the dogleg while avoiding the tall pines that guard both sides. The straight layout means you can be aggressive off the tee, but be mindful that your drive positioning will directly impact your options on the crucial second shot.
Approach & recovery
The approach shot presents the hole's primary strategic challenge. Those rugged mounds that constrict the fairway create a bottleneck that demands precision. For longer hitters attempting to reach in two, the target line must thread between these mounds while carrying enough distance to clear them entirely. Most players should consider a conservative layup to about 100-120 yards from the green, positioning the ball short of the mounds in the wider section of fairway. This leaves a comfortable wedge distance while avoiding the narrow choke point that has claimed many ambitious second shots.
On the green
The small green demands accuracy on your approach, whether you're going for it in two or playing a third shot wedge. The putting surface can be tricky to read, and the compact size means there's little margin for error on approach shots. Focus on hitting the center of the green rather than chasing pins, as the small target rewards conservative play. When putting, take time to read the subtle breaks carefully - the inland location means less wind influence but potentially more complex green contours.
Watch for
- With no bunkers identified on this hole, the primary challenge comes from the tall pines lining both sides of the fairway and the strategic mounds that narrow the approach
Hole 11 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 11,029 sq ft
Course coverage
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 529 yards.
Can this par 5 be reached in two?
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At 529 yards, A true three-shot hole for most players. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge distance.
How difficult is hole 11?
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This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: large green requiring good lag putting.
How big is the green on hole 11?
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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 11?
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This hole is a solid birdie opportunity with smart layup strategy. Most golfers can reach in three. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge.