Bend Golf Trip Planning Guide
Bend delivers elite destination golf surrounded by the Cascades, craft beer culture that rivals any city in America, and enough outdoor activities to fill a week. Pronghorn and Tetherow headline the golf, Deschutes Brewery anchors the drinking, and the Deschutes River keeps the non-golf hours packed.
7 courses · 6 restaurants · 5 bars · 5 activities
Quick Facts
Summer, Fall
RDM (20 min drive)
$50–$325
$500/night
4 of 7
~$408/person
Sample 3-Day Itinerary
Here's a realistic 3-day itinerary for a group golf trip to Bend. Every venue below is real and pulled from our curated database — no filler.
Day 1
Crosswater Golf Club — parkland, $175–$295 · 4.8★
Bob Cupp design winding through wetlands along the Deschutes and Little Deschutes rivers
McKay Cottage Restaurant — farm to-table, $$ · 4.6★
Converted 1916 cottage serving the best brunch in Bend with local ingredients
10 Barrel Brewing Bend Pub — brewpub
Large patio with fire pits, perfect for a group to post up after a round
Day 2
Pronghorn Resort (Nicklaus Course) — desert, $200–$325 · 4.7★
Jack Nicklaus signature design carved through high desert lava rock and juniper
Deschutes River Float — 2-3 hours, $30–$60/pp
Lazy river float through town on the Deschutes — tubes, beers, and sunshine
Jackalope Grill — steakhouse, $$$ · 4.5★
Upscale Northwest steakhouse with a wine list to match and a big-group-friendly layout
Boneyard Beer Pub — brewpub
Cult-favorite IPAs in a no-frills taproom with outdoor seating
Day 3
Tetherow Golf Club — links, $150–$250 · 4.6★
David McLay Kidd links-style design with panoramic Cascade Mountain views
Big Eddy Whitewater Rafting — half day, $60–$95/pp
Class III-IV rapids on the upper Deschutes for an adrenaline hit
Greg's Grill — casual, $$ · 4.3★
Old Bend staple with rooftop patio and big enough to seat 16 without a fuss
The Capitol — cocktail · Open late
Craft cocktails in a swanky downtown setting — the closest thing to a nightclub Bend has
Course-by-Course Guide
Bend has 7 courses worth playing, including 2 bucket-list tier layouts. 4 are walkable if you want to save on cart fees.
Pronghorn Resort (Nicklaus Course)
Bucket ListJack Nicklaus signature design carved through high desert lava rock and juniper
Tetherow Golf Club
PremiumDavid McLay Kidd links-style design with panoramic Cascade Mountain views
Juniper Golf Course
SolidBest muni value in Central Oregon with views of eight Cascade peaks
Crosswater Golf Club
Bucket ListBob Cupp design winding through wetlands along the Deschutes and Little Deschutes rivers
Widgi Creek Golf Club
SolidRobert Muir Graves design with Mt. Bachelor views and tree-lined fairways
Brasada Canyons Golf Course
PremiumPeter Jacobsen design through canyon terrain with dramatic elevation changes
Eagle Crest Resort (Ridge Course)
SolidJuniper-lined fairways with Cascade views at a resort-friendly price point
Where to Stay
Bend has 2 group-friendly lodging options in our database, starting at $500/night for the whole house. Several options include hot tubs — a non-negotiable for most groups.
$600–$1500/night
Sleeps 12–16 · Northwest Crossing or River West neighborhoods, walkable to breweries and downtown
$500–$1200/night
Sleeps 10–16 · Sunriver or Caldera Springs resort communities, 15-25 min south of town
Group Dining Guide
6 restaurants vetted for group golf trips. Several can handle large parties without a reservation headache.
McKay Cottage Restaurant
$$Converted 1916 cottage serving the best brunch in Bend with local ingredients
Jackalope Grill
$$$Upscale Northwest steakhouse with a wine list to match and a big-group-friendly layout
Greg's Grill
$$Old Bend staple with rooftop patio and big enough to seat 16 without a fuss
Zydeco Kitchen & Cocktails
$$$Southern-inspired dishes with creative cocktails in a lively atmosphere
Deschutes Brewery & Public House
$$The OG Bend brewery — flagship pub with solid food and fresh-from-the-tank pours
Brother Jon's Public House
$$Low-key pub grub with a huge tap list and sports on every screen
Nightlife
5 bars curated for groups. 2 stay open past midnight.
10 Barrel Brewing Bend Pub
Large patio with fire pits, perfect for a group to post up after a round
Boneyard Beer Pub
Cult-favorite IPAs in a no-frills taproom with outdoor seating
The Capitol
Late NightCraft cocktails in a swanky downtown setting — the closest thing to a nightclub Bend has
Astro Lounge
Late NightBeloved dive bar with cheap drinks, pool tables, and late-night energy
Bend Brewing Company
Brewpub right on Mirror Pond with one of the best patios in town
Activities Beyond Golf
5 off-course activities for rest days or afternoons.
Deschutes River Float
Lazy river float through town on the Deschutes — tubes, beers, and sunshine
Big Eddy Whitewater Rafting
Class III-IV rapids on the upper Deschutes for an adrenaline hit
Phil's Trail Mountain Biking
World-class singletrack right at the edge of town — rentals available for all levels
Bend Ale Trail
30+ breweries in town — self-guided or guided tours through the craft beer capital of Oregon
Smith Rock Hiking
Iconic desert spires and canyon trails 25 minutes north of Bend — Misery Ridge is a must
Getting There
Fly into Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) — it's a 20-minute drive to Bend. For groups of 8+, consider booking a shuttle or party bus from the airport (local providers include Bend Party Bus and Epic Limo & Party Bus). Renting two SUVs usually works for groups of 4-8.