Resort · 18 holes
Aviara Golf Club
Carlsbad, CA — Bandon Dunes Golf Resort's Sheep Ranch, designed by Bill Coore & Ben Crenshaw, offers a truly unique links experience along a mile of rugged Oregon coastline. Coore and Crenshaw's design philosophy for Sheep Ranch was to maximize the use of the dramatic shoreline, resulting in a course where nine greens are perched directly against the bluffs. Notably, the course features no formal bunkers, a rarity that encourages creative shot-making and a focus on the natural contours of the land. The 14th hole, a par-4, exemplifies this, traversing a large knoll where the ideal approach is from a high left plateau, offering a clear view of the ridge-top green. Another memorable feature is the 15th green, which incorporates earthworks from an old road, creating eccentric and memorable contours. The setting is windswept and rugged, with stunning Pacific Ocean views from every hole. Playing Sheep Ranch is a walk unspoiled, offering wide fairways and a playable, adventurous round for golfers of all skill levels, making it a must-play for those seeking a pure golf experience in harmony with nature.
Type
Resort
Region
Pacific Coast
LooperScore
84.0
Holes
18
Par
72
Design & architects
- Arnold Palmer — architect
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Nearby courses
Courses within 150 miles of Aviara Golf Club, by true distance.
La Costa Resort & Spa (North)
Carlsbad, CA · 1.2 mi away
Bandon Preserve, a captivating 13-hole par-3 course at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, was designed by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw and opened in 2012. The course begins high atop a sand dune and gracefully descends towards the beach, offering spectacular Pacific Ocean views from every hole. Coore and Crenshaw's design philosophy here focuses on enjoyment and strategic challenge within a shorter format, encouraging creative shot-making. The 6th hole, known as the 'discovered hole,' plays at the lowest elevation and demands precise club selection against the prevailing wind, with bunkers guarding the front and left of the green. The 9th hole provides overwhelming views of the Pacific Ocean and the back nine of Bandon Dunes, requiring excellent distance control due to significant elevation changes. Bandon Preserve is not just a golf course; it's a unique experience where all net proceeds support the Bandon Dunes Charitable Foundation, benefiting conservation, community, and economy on the Southern Oregon Coast. Its fun, challenging layout and breathtaking scenery make it a joyful excursion for any golfer.
La Costa Resort & Spa (South)
Carlsbad, CA · 1.2 mi away
Crosswater Golf Club, nestled within Sunriver, Oregon, is a heathland-style masterpiece designed by Bob Cupp and John Fought. Hailed as one of "America's 100 Greatest Courses" by Golf Digest, Cupp's design philosophy emphasizes risk-reward situations, creating a layout that is both challenging and engaging. The course is set on 600 magnificent acres of woodlands and carefully preserved wetlands, with the gently flowing Deschutes and Little Deschutes Rivers coming into play on as many as seven holes. The 5th hole, a par-4, is particularly scenic, featuring a carry over wetlands and the Deschutes River with a beautiful backdrop of Mt. Bachelor. Another signature hole is the 12th, a lengthy 687-yard par-5. Crosswater has a rich history of hosting prestigious tournaments, including the PGA Champions Tour and the NCAA Men's Division I Championship. With its bent grass fairways and greens, and five tee placements per hole, Crosswater offers a superb and memorable golfing experience that blends natural beauty with strategic design.
Encinitas Ranch Golf Course
Encinitas, CA · 1.8 mi away
Wine Valley Golf Club in Walla Walla, Washington, is a Dan Hixson design that offers a truly strategic and engaging golf experience. Hixson's design philosophy for Wine Valley embraced the natural contours of the land, creating a links-style course with firm and fast conditions. The course is characterized by its expansive fairways that offer multiple lines of play and heavily contoured greens that demand creativity and precision in putting. The 18th hole, a 585-yard par-5, is a signature hole, played from the highest point on the course and offering panoramic views of the surrounding wine country. The opening hole, a slightly downhill par-4 dogleg right, immediately introduces golfers to the dramatic bunker styles. Wine Valley is notable for its lack of trees, relying instead on subtle undulations and strategic bunkering to defend the course. It has been recognized as one of the best courses in the state, offering endless options on how to approach each hole and a unique, memorable golfing experience in a stunning vineyard setting.