Amazing golf isn't just being played on
#BandonDunes
in the
#USAmateur
this week, it's also being played on
#SheepRanch
. Check out this ace by
@the4koehnkes
(IG) on No. 16 with her putter! The boys on Bandon may want to take notes on playing the ground game more often. 😉
@USGA
They're off! All participants of the 14th annual Bandon Solstice have set off to complete 72 holes of golf in one day. They're playing Bandon Dunes, Bandon Trails, Old Macdonald, & Sheep Ranch. Good luck, and see you on the other side!
Follow along today for all things Solstice!
Since 2006, we've hosted seven
@USGA
championships, with every previous champion taking a Bandon caddie. At the start of the Round of 64, 14 local caddies advanced with their players. Sometimes they draw each other, making a victory seem even sweeter.
We're proud to share that all five of our 18-hole courses landed in the top 16 of America's 100 Greatest Public Courses from
@GolfDigest
!
Read the full list →
The Ghost Tree on Old Macdonald's 3rd hole will always be a majestic symbol of Bandon. Yesterday's storm caused the tree to lean and our team is researching ways to stabilize it. If you are playing OM soon, please be respectful of its space and celebrate it from a safe distance.
Every Bandon Solstice participant will receive a swag bag worthy of the accomplishment. Take a look at this year's player gifts from Seamus Golf, Peter Millar, Birkenstock, Richardson Sports Squid Design, Jones Sports Co., Prestige Flag, and Therabody.
Let's give a HUGE congratulations to 7-year-old, Sloan, who with her 7 iron landed her first hole-in-one on the 5th hole of Bandon Preserve! An ace to remember!
#BandonGuestPic
Congratulations to our friends at Sand Valley on today's grand opening of Sedge Valley, their fourth 18-hole course in the sand dunes of Wisconsin!
Designed by Tom Doak, Sedge Valley draws on the great heathland and links courses of London and the English coast.
Tomorrow is the 13th annual Bandon Solstice! A brave group of golfers will set off on a journey to play 72 holes of golf in one day on Bandon Dunes, Pacific Dunes, Bandon Trails, and Old Macdonald.
Follow along for all things
#BandonSolstice
on our Instagram or TikTok!
Introducing Ghost Tree Grill, a Pacific Northwest inspired steakhouse and raw bar, and the newest dining experience at Bandon Dunes!
Stay tuned this week for everything Ghost Tree Grill.
We're excited to share Ghost Tree Grill with you. Inside the restaurant, the ambiance is completed by a grand bar & double-sided fireplace. Walls of windows provide sweeping views of Old Macdonald, & an outdoor courtyard & fire pit are perfect for enjoying the view after a round.
The corner along the ocean where three great par 3's collide. Bandon Dunes No. 6, and Pacific Dunes Nos. 10 & 11.
Which of these holes is your favorite?
We're honored to announce that
#SheepRanch
was named "Best New Course" of 2020 by
@GolfDigest
! Thanks to the teams that have helped shape and maintain the course, and to all who have come to experience this
@coorecrenshaw
creation. →
There are few experiences as awe inspiring as walking past the Ghost Tree, cresting over the hill, and revealing the expansiveness of Old Macdonald after the blind tee shot on the 3rd hole.
It only gets better when you find your ball has rolled down the ridge towards the green!
Walk off the 18th green of Pacific Dunes and on to the 19th for dinner at Pacific Grill. Then top it off with drinks and putts on the Punchbowl. Who's experienced this perfect pairing?
#BandonStaffPic
📸: Catherine Bennison
Today, we honor our Superintendents and Agronomy Teams. Rising before the sun, they face all the elements of the Oregon Coast to prepare courses for the day. It's a side of Bandon few people see, but everyone depends on.
#ThankASuper
for making it possible.
We are so appreciative of everyone's interest & support regarding the Ghost Tree on Old Macdonald. Cables have been added to help support the tree & we are continuing to monitor its stability. Please remember to respect its space and enjoy it from a safe distance while playing.
Congrats to Bandon caddie Jimmy Kelley for setting the new Bandon Preserve course record!
Jimmy shot 7-under for a 32 during the 9th annual Looper Cup against caddie teams from Pine Valley, Mayacama, and Cypress Point. Great job, Jimmy!
Your home base at
#SheepRanch
, the Sheep Ranch Clubhouse! Who's planning on sitting here to enjoy some lamb stew and the view over the first tee? 🙋♂️
#BandonSheepWeek
The
@NoLayingUp
team recently shared the final part of the Tourist Sauce saga at Bandon Dunes, making a total of six episodes packed full of Bandon goodness! Watch them all here →
72 holes! Congratulations to all of the participants and caddies for this incredible accomplishment.
It's a Bandon Solstice tradition to greet participants with $100 bills for completing their 4th round of the Solstice. Congratulations, and get some well-deserved rest!
We're proud and excited to share that our founder, Mike Keiser, has been recognized with the Golf Writers Association of America's 2023 William D. Richardson Award. The Richardson Award is given to recognize an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to golf.
Official Sheep Ranch scorecard!
Every scorecard begins as the same blank canvas, but is slowly transformed to tell a story unique only to your round. When will your
#SheepRanch
story be written?
Congratulations to Dan Vaughan on beating the odds and landing TWO aces in one round - on the 4th and 11th holes on Bandon Preserve!
If you ace a hole at any of our 7 courses, be sure to stop by the golf shop afterwards for a framed gift to commemorate the achievement!
Spring has arrived, and a feeling of reawakening can be felt across our Southern Oregon coastline. Happy first day of spring from Bandon Dunes!
Who has a spring trip to Bandon to look forward to?
While strong, friendly, & capable, the caddies of Bandon are still mere mortals like the rest of us. Since they walk anywhere from 6-14 miles daily, every lb counts when carrying your bag.
Remember to pack light and save a caddie!
For more caddie info →
An early morning flyover of
#SheepRanch
. Our agronomy team worked hard to get the course ready for opening day. With golf now underway on all 18 holes and numerous rounds being enjoyed throughout the day, that hard work has paid off.
#BandonSheepWeek
.
A spectacular view of Old Macdonald No. 1, and an approach angle well guarded by the greenside Principal's Nose bunker.
Who's had this shot, and what was the outcome?
Old Macdonald No. 1
Par-4, 341 yards
More than 15 years in the making, the Bally Bandon Sheep Ranch is excited to announce it will be opening to the golfing public in 2020!
Check out for all the latest news and progress updates.
#SheepRanch
#DreamGolf
And they're off! 124 brave men and women have begun the 72 hole trek, expected to walk nearly the distance of a marathon by day's end. Welcome to the 2021
#BandonSolstice
!
Spring has officially sprung at Bandon Dunes, and we're so excited to welcome this season of life and color to the Southern Oregon Coast! Who's got a Spring Bandon trip on their calendar? 🙋♂️
Based on Scottish lore, the history of golf began with shepherds passing time by hitting stones with curved sticks. The 'crook' served many noble uses for its owner.
Paying homage to the beginnings of the game, the Sheep Ranch crook respects the essence of golf at its core.
We're saddened to share the news of one of our long time and beloved caddies passing away this past week. Alen "Jughead" Heyn had been a part of the caddie program for 15 years and will be greatly missed around the resort. Rest in peace Juggy. 🙏