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Bend, Oregon, is a destination that captivates everyone who enjoys the outdoors.  But for golfers, the array of exceptional Bend, Oregon Golf Courses makes it a must-visit location. 

In this article, we present our rankings of the top golf courses in Bend, OR.

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Set against the stunning backdrop of Central Oregon’s high desert, these courses offer a unique blend of natural beauty and challenge, catering to players of all skill levels.

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, you’ll find the perfect course to elevate your game and create an unforgettable golf experience.

Read on to see why Bend is truly a golfer’s paradise!

The 8 Best Bend Oregon Golf Courses

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Public vs Semi-Public vs Private Golf Courses in Bend, OR

Like most golf destinations, Bend has a wide array of golf courses. Some Bend golf courses, like Broken Top Golf Club and Aubrey Glenn, are private clubs that require membership.

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The Bend golf courses included in this list are either public or semi-public.

This means that anyone can book a tee time to play. Many of these courses also offer membership options that provide special privileges or the opportunity to purchase an annual pass.

Factors to Consider When Ranking Bend Oregon Golf Courses

True golfers know that golf is more than a game. 

Playing a round of golf is an experience. Many factors go into how a golf course delivers its overall experience. This is especially true in a beautiful area like Bend.

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The factors that go into creating a great golf experience are specific to each golf.  But when ranking golf courses, here are the factors that I’ve used:

  1. The Setting, Beauty, and Scenery of the Golf Course
  2. The Character of the Course (Uniqueness of Layout and Creativeness of Holes)
  3. Quality of the Course (Greens, Fairways, Tee Boxes)
  4. Quality of the Facility
  5. The Before and After Golf Amenities
  6. Price

Typical Green Fees for Golf in Bend, Oregon

The green fees for the various golf courses in Bend can vary significantly.

At luxury, high-end resort courses around Bend, such as Pronghorn and Tetherow, you can expect to pay over $100, and possibly up to $200 during peak times.

However, we believe it’s worth it to treat yourself to a special round of golf at a place like this occasionally.

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The great thing about golf in Bend is that there are some stunningly beautiful places to play golf at much more affordable rates.

We love Widgi Creek, Juniper Golf, and Lost Tracks, and all of these can be played for well under $100.

Which of these Bend Golf Courses have you played? Which are ranked too high or low?  Let us know in the comments.

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1. Pronghorn Golf Club - Nicklaus Course

Pronghorn Golf Course at Juniper Preserve Resort, a resort near Bend Oregon.

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Why Play It:  Located at the stunning Juniper Reserve 30 minutes north of Bend, the Prognhorn Golf Course features two golf courses that epitomize high desert golf.

One of the Pronghorn courses (the Tom Fazio Championship Course) is private.  However, the equally beautiful and challenging Jack Nicklaus Signature Course is public and a must-play if you are a golfer in the Bend, Oregon area.

The Nicklaus course gets rave reviews and consistently ranks high on Oregon golf course lists and public course rankings in the US.  

The course is characterized by its surrounding environment—native grasses, sandy desert landscapes, pine trees, and evergreen plants. The mountain views are stunning.

In-season rates can be pricey, but if you are a serious golfer in Bend, it’s worth splurging for a round at Proghorn.

2. Tetherow Golf Club

Tetherow Resort in Bend Oregon one of the best resorts in Bend.

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Why Play It:  Tetherow, situated in the picturesque southwest corner of Bend, stands out as a premier luxury golf course that beautifully captures the essence of central Oregon.

Designed by renowned architect David McLay Kidd—creator of Oregon’s finest course, Bandon Dunes, and several distinguished courses in Scotland—Tetherow boasts a spectacular links-style layout that offers stunning panoramic views at every turn.

The course is part of Tetherow Resort and is semi-private with a variety of membership options.  The facilities are top-notch, and the overall experience is hard to beat anywhere around Bend.

If you are a golfer in Bend or visiting Bend, Tetherow is the perfect blend of challenge and natural beauty on an exceptional course.

3. Widgi Creek Golf Club

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Why Play It:  You won’t find Widgi Creek Golf Club ranked super high on any golf course rankings (relative to others on this list).  But we love it.

In fact, we consider it the ‘home course’ for Bend residents who mostly play public golf. Located prominently on the Cascades Lakes Highway on the southwest side of town, it epitomizes Bend, Oregon Golf. Tree-lined fairways, mountain views, and a laid-back atmosphere.

It’s also a challenging and interestingly laid-out golf course. The fairways are narrow, and accurate drives are a must. Several holes have water.

Widgi Creek is also home to a 10-court pickleball facility.

Rates at Widgi are very reasonable, and there are membership options available for those who want to play frequently.

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4. Brasada Canyons

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Why Play It:  First, it should be clear that Brasada Canyons is a course only open to members and resort guests. You have to stay at the resort to play the course.

But it certainly belongs on this list. The views!

Brasada is a pristine central Oregon golf course about 30 minutes northeast of Bend, which might have the best views of any course in the state.

Brasada consistently ranks among the top courses in Oregon lists.  The facilities are top-notch, and the overall golf experience is dreamy.

If you are planning a golf trip to Bend, Oregon, Brasada Ranch is a resort and golf course worth considering.

5. Juniper Golf

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Why Play It: Another high desert golf course, Juniper is one of the best public golf courses in Oregon.  Located 20 minutes north of Bend in Redmond, its a beautifully laid out course that is easier on your wallet than some of the resort courses above.

Juniper has been around since the 1950s, but has had multiple renovations over the years to keep it fresh.  The Three Sisters, Mount Bachelor, and Broken Top seem to constantly in view as you traverse the course.

If you are a a local golfer in Bend or Redmond, Juniper also has some great membership options.

6. Lost Tracks Golf Club

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Why Play It:  Lost Tracks Golf Club may not boast the opulence of some courses, but it holds a cherished place in the Bend golf community.  

Nestled just south of town, this course features a tranquil, secluded ambiance, bordered by the National Forest and set against the backdrop of breathtaking high desert landscapes.

Towering pine trees, unique lava rock formations, and spectacular views of the iconic Three Sisters and Mount Bachelor surround Lost Tracks, immersing visitors in the region’s natural beauty.

This course embodies a relaxed and inviting atmosphere, making it perfect for golfers of all levels.

On a glorious, sun-drenched day in Bend, Lost Tracks transforms into a golfer’s paradise.  If you are a golfer in Bend, don’t miss the chance to experience it for yourself!

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7. River's Edge Golf Course

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Why Play It:  Another Bend golf course virtually built into the town’s fabric is River’s Bend Golf Course.  In fact, if you’ve driven anywhere around the north-central part of town, you’ve probably caught a glimpse of one of the holes.

But River’s Edge is still a golf experience that immerses you in nature. Utilizing the Deschutes River, the surrounding forest, and many of the creatures that live there, River’s Edge is all about the outdoors.

River’s Edge is a member of the Audubon International Cooperative Sanctuary Program (ACSP), an organization committed to preserving the environment.

You’ll love the golf course as well. It is always meticulously cared for and in excellent condition, and it could easily be higher on this list.

8. Old Back Nine

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Why Play It:  There are so many things to do in Bend, one of the main reasons we and many other Bend residents love it. Golf is merely one of many outdoor activities you can enjoy. 

The biking, fishing, skiing, and hiking around Bend make it an outdoor lover’s paradise.

What if you don’t want to spend a whole day playing golf?  What if you are a visitor to Bend, OR, and your days are limited?  Maybe you want to split a day between golf and some other activity?

Look no further than the Old Back Nine Golf Course in southeast Bend. This beautiful nine-hole course set within the pine forest of Bend is perfect for a quick round that won’t take all day.

Old Back Nine is also great for beginners or anyone learning the game.  Check it out! 

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Bend, Oregon is known for many things, including the incredible outdoors (hiking, biking, water sports), the beautiful scenery, and the abundant sunshine. 

But it is also known for breweries and beer.  In fact, you can find many sources that rank Bend as having one of the highest number of breweries per capita in the nation.

Nicole and I love the brewery scene in Bend, and visit them often.  So in this article, we list what we believe are the Best Breweries in Bend, OR.

Rankings: Best Breweries in Bend, Oregon

Map of Breweries in Bend OR

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1. Crux Fermentation Project (Bend, OR)

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Why We Love It:  Crux Fermentation was the first brewery I ever visited in Bend, and it incorporates everything amazing about Bend beer.  They serve a wide selection of tasty craft beers, and their indoor and outdoor tasting areas are described as ‘playgrounds.’

The outdoor area at Crux is particularly appealing, as it has a great view of the Cascades and Three Sisters. It’s a great place for families and pets or just to hang out and enjoy the great Bend sunshine.

Another thing we love about Crux is the food options.  Their kitchen serves sandwiches, salads, and pretzels, and there are often food trucks with yummy options like tacos.

Crux now has an urban Portland location to check out as well.

Ranking 3.87

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2. Deschutes Brewery (Bend, OR)

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Why We Love It:  Deschutes Brewery is the original and a Bend mainstay. Founded in Bend in 1988, it has grown to become a national brand. We see Deschutes Beer served in bars in Frederick, Maryland, all the time.

In fact, if you are a visitor to Bend, you almost have to visit Deschutes as an attraction.  You’ll be treated to incredible beer, a great tasting room, and a fascinating tour.

The main tasting room and beer garden at the plant is the home of Deschutes, but you should also visit the Public House in downtown Bend if you get a chance.  It’s the original home and brewery and now a great place for beers and food.  They also have a Public House in Portland.

Ranking: 3.80

 
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3. 10 Barrell Brewing Company (Bend, OR)

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Why We Love It:  The guys at 10 Barrell Brewing portray themselves as ‘those guys,’ and yes, the brewery definitely gives off a different vibe. But despite their quirkiness, the beer is darn good, and both tasting rooms are great to visit.

10 Barrell has a West End location (right on Galveston Ave next to Sunriver) and an East End location more on the outskirts.   Note that the downtown location can get crowded.  They are also in Portland and Boise.

They brew some delicious beers! Try the All Ways Down (double IPA with citrus) and the Camp Vibes (golden ale). 10 Barrell has also expanded its beverage line into the Pub Ice brand, a line of flavored carbonated cocktails, and a wide variety of canned cocktails.

Ranking: 3.66

 
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4. Bend Brewing Company (Bend, OR)

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Why We Love It: This is the local’s downtown hangout spot.  Bend Brewing Company has been around since the 90s and sits right on the Deschutes River in downtown Bend.  You can virtually see the river as your beer is poured.

Bend Brewing has an indoor brew pub that’s great for watching sports. But it’s even better to visit on a warm day when you can hang out outside by the river and enjoy their beer. There is often live music and a full menu (try the Smash burger).

As far as beer, they usually are pouring 10-12 local brews and you will sure to love most of them.

Ranking: 3.74

 
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5. Sunriver Brewing Company

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Why We Love It:   The Beer!  Multiple things go into making a great brewery experience, but obviously, a key factor is the quality of the beer.  Here is where Sunriver stands out.  Their brews are our favorite in Bend.  Try the Sun Streak Pilser or the Rippin New Pale Ale.

But there is more to Sunriver than the delicious beers. Unfortunately, Sunriver closed its Galveston Ave location in 2025 due to some planned renovation of the building.

But the Eastside Pub is a great spot in Bend, as is the main Brewery in Sunriver.  Both serve high-quality pub food (great burgers and sandwiches) to go with the excellent Sunriver beers.

Ranking: 3.86

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6. Monkless Belgian Ales (Bend, OR)

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Why We Love It:  Americans seem to have an unusual (and, some say, declining) affinity for Belgian beers.  But brewers like the ones at Monkless Belgian Ales in Bend are doing what they can to carry the flag for Belgian Beers.

Monkless Belgian Beers is doing it well.  They’ve moved to a larger production facility in recent years and, in 2024, opened up a super cool new taproom called The Abbey, connected to the brewery on the east side of town.

This is in addition to their established Brasserie location in Old Mill, which is also an excellent restaurant for European food.

Ranking: 3.86

 
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7. Van Henion Brewing (Bend, OR)

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Why We Love It:   Now, this is good beer!  We all have our favorite beers, and for me, it’s crisp, sharp German-style lagers and pilsners.  That’s what you’ll get at Van Henion Brewing.

Van Henion focuses on German-style larger and Pacific Northwest Ales.  The Helles Lager, Kolsch, Pilsner, and Schwarzbier are all excellent.

Van Henion has a pub-like tasting room and a heated outdoor seating area.  Plus, two food trucks are reliably on site.  It’s a great brewery overall!

Ranking: 3.88

 
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8. Boneyard Beer (Bend, OR)

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Why We Love It:   Boneyard Beer has been around since 2010 and now has two locations in Bend.

The original taproom is on Lake Place, not far from the Old Bend neighborhood. The Boneyard Pub is a great new venue on the north side of town. It has tons of seating and great food as well.

The Boneyard tap list is an eclectic mix of beers, including some interesting flavored beers to go with standard lagers, pils, and IPAs.

Ranking: 3.94

 
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9. GoodLife Brewing Company (Bend, OR)

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Why We Love It:   With so many great breweries in Bend, it’s hard to pick favorites. But we love GoodLife Brewing.  It’s a place that is 100% Bend, Oregon, that we’ve come to appreciate more and more in 2025. 

The selection of brews at GoodLife is great, with something for everyone, and they tend to be well-balanced and easy to drink.

GoodLife announced on Reddit in 2025 that new management had taken over, and that new investments and improvements were on the way.  This has us excited!

The Southside Bend tasting room is full of character, and the spacious outdoor Biergarten is great on beautiful Bend days.  You’ll love the pub grub as well, yummy appetizers that go great with craft beer.  Try the Pub Nachos or the Wings.

In short, a visit to GoodLife represents everything that’s amazing about the Bend brewery scene!

Ranking: 3.76

 
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10. The Ale Apothecary (Bend, OR)

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Why We Love It:   Sour beers!  I was actually recommended this Bend brewery when I ordered a Saison at GoodLife (right next door).

“If you like sour beers, why are you hitting up Ale Apothecary?”

Sour beers aren’t for everyone.  But if you’re ready to try something new, visit The Ale Apothecary.

They focus on handcrafting beers with unique ingredients using traditional methods.  The tasting room is eclectic and interesting. There is a great food truck outside, and you can walk to GoodLife around the corner to hit them both up.

Ranking: 4.23

 
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11. Bevel Craft Brewing (Bend, OR)

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Why We Love It: If you find yourself on the southeast side of town, make your way to a newer brewery in Bend – Bevel Craft Brewery. 

Similar to Sunriver, people rave about Bevel beer.  We love it, too, as the brewers at Bevel are clearly not shy about creating bold, flavorful lagers and ales.  Their signature beers are their IPAs, and there are plenty to put into your tasting flight.

It’s a cozy and inviting tasting room with a lovely outdoor seating area that makes you feel like you’re in a friend’s backyard.

Bevel also has one of the best beer clubs in Bend, the Bevel Beer League, which offers cool perks such as $4 beers every day!

Ranking: 3.80

 
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12. Cascade Lakes Brewing Company (Bend, OR)

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Why We Love It:   Cascade Lakes Brewing Company is another original brewery in Central Oregon. Since 1994, Cascade has been serving craft beer in Bend and is still a not-for-profit brewery.

Their primary location in Bend is on the east side of town, on Reed Market (note: the west-side location on Century Blvd closed in early 2024).  They have another pub on 7th Street in Redmond.

You’re also likely to see Cascade Lakes beer sold in stores and served in restaurants all over the Pacific Northwest, as their distribution network has become quite extensive over the past 30 years.

Ranking: 3.62

 
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13. Upp Liquids - formerly Immersion Brewing (Bend, OR)

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Why We Love It: The brewery previously known as Immersion Brewing was rebranded in 2025 to UPP Liquids, led by Tonya Cornett, a Bend beer industry veteran. 

It remains in the same great location that Nicole and I often frequent, the Box Factory between Industrial Way and Arizona Ave.  

UPP stands for ‘United People + Places’, and a taste of any of the beers will immediately demonstrate that these people know what they are doing.

The Pub Menu is great, and you get the feeling UPP Liquids is going to be around a long time in Bend.

Ranking: 3.88

 
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14. Bridge 99 Brewing (Bend, OR)

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Why We Love It:   Bridge 99 is a small brewery on the scene in Bend since 2013.  They brew classic Oregon craft beers and have a cozy tap room that’s a joy to visit.

The obvious question about Bridge 99 is, “Where did the name come from?”.  According to their website, the name comes from a bridge on a forest service road over the Metolius River near Camp Sherman, Oregon.

Bridge 99 is always serving a wide variety of craft beers, serves pizza and bar food, and frequently has events like trivia.  Check them out!

Ranking: 3.77

 
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15. Spider City Brewing Company (Bend, OR)

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Why We Love It:    Another long-time member of the Bend brewing community is Spider City Brewing.  You can find them in two locations in Bend: the taproom at their brewery in southeast Bend or their downtown tasting room on Minnesota Ave.

I never visited Spider City until I came across this Visit Central Oregon video about it.  As you’ll learn, it’s a business started by three women who’ve been super successful.

Spider City is a cozy, cool place to visit, and what stands out is the quality of their beers.

Ranking: 3.79

 
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16. Worthy Brewing Company (Bend, OR)

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Why We Love It:    Worthy Brewing Company was the first established brewery on Bend’s east side, opening in 2012.  Today, they have two locations, and to me, they are very different experiences.

The Main Pub on the east side is an ample, sprawling space with multiple bars, a great food menu, and even a Hopservatory that offers visitors a view of the night sky.

Worthy also has a downtown Beers and Burgers location right on Brooks Street across from Drake Park.  This is my preferred Worthy location, a prime spot in downtown Bend, also serving burgers, tacos, and Wonderland Chicken.

Ranking: 3.69

 
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All of the Bend Breweries in this article are worth visiting. But here are the factors that we believe make a great brewery experience (at least to Nicole and me):

  • The quality and variety of the beers
  • The vibe of the indoor tasting room
  • The outdoor seating options
  • Food options
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What's New with the Brewery Scene in Bend for 2026?

The brewery scene in Bend is well-established and reminds us of the collection of breweries in Frederick, our other favorite place.  

However, like businesses in any other town, the breweries in Bend, Oregon, are constantly in flux.  Here are someof the changes in the Bend breweries that occurred in 2025: 

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Sunriver Brewing

Sunriver Brewing is an incredibly popular brewery with locations in Sunriver and Bend. In 2025, they closed their closed their Galveston location due to some planned renovation of the building. They added a tasting room in Redmond.

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Boss Rambler Beer Club

Boss Rambler Beer Club is another brewery on a prominent location on Galveston Ave in Bend. They announced in April 2025 that this would be their last year in operation.

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UPP Liquids

UPP Liquids is the re-branded brewery formerly known as Immerson Brewing The restaurant and tap room had their grand opening in May 2025

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