Hole 9 at Bandon Dunes Resort (Sheep Ranch Course)

Par 4 • 399 Yards • Bandon, Oregon

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Challenging

The shortest hole on the Sheep Ranch course, this compact par 4 plays directly towards 5-Mile Point with stunning ocean vistas. Despite offering only a glimpse of the green from the tee, the hole provides ample room for recovery while maintaining the course's signature panoramic coastal beauty.

Tees:

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Green:39y × 46y

Fairway @250y:80y wide

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 399 yds
Green: 9812 sq ft
Course Slope: 129
Course Rating: 76.2

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

With the fairway measuring a generous 78 yards wide at the 200-yard mark, focus on accuracy over distance off the tee. This dogleg left par 4 rewards positioning in the left portion of the fairway for better angles into the green.

approach

From 399 yards total length, most players will face a mid to short iron approach shot. The green measures 39 yards by 46 yards, providing a substantial target, but precise distance control is crucial given the coastal conditions.

tee shot

The fairway actually widens slightly to 80 yards at the 250-yard mark, so longer hitters have even more room to work with. However, staying left of center provides the best angle for the approach shot on this dogleg left layout.

green

The large green surface of 9,812 square feet means pin position will significantly impact your approach strategy. With no bunkers identified around the green, focus on reading the coastal winds and green contours rather than hazard avoidance.

approach

At 399 yards, this hole offers a genuine birdie opportunity for players who execute both shots well. The generous fairway width and large green reward aggressive play, but remember this spectacular oceanside setting can create tricky wind conditions that affect club selection.

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This 399-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

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

How difficult is hole 9?

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 9?

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 9?

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 9 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Bandon Dunes Resort (Sheep Ranch Course). You can play this exact 399-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 →