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.
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, $$ · 4.3★
Old Bend staple with rooftop patio and big enough to seat 16 without a fuss
The Capitol — cocktail · Open late
Craft cocktails in a swanky downtown setting — the closest thing to a nightclub Bend has
Course-by-Course Guide
Bend has 7 courses worth playing, including 2 bucket-list tier layouts. 4 are walkable if you want to save on cart fees.
Where to Stay
Bend has 2 group-friendly lodging options in our database, starting at $500/night for the whole house. Several options include hot tubs — a non-negotiable for most groups.
$600–$1500 /night
Northwest Crossing or River West neighborhoods, walkable to breweries and downtown
$500–$1200 /night
Sunriver or Caldera Springs resort communities, 15-25 min south of town
Group Dining Guide
6 restaurants vetted for group golf trips. Several can handle large parties without a reservation headache.
McKay Cottage Restaurant
$$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.