Cedar Bend Golf Club: A Picturesque Golfing Experience in Gold Beach, Oregon

Nestled in the picturesque town of Gold Beach, Oregon, Cedar Bend Golf Club offers a delightful golfing experience for players of all skill levels. Designed by renowned architect John Zoller and established in 1971, this semi-private course features nine holes with a par of 36 and stretches over 3,156 yards. The layout caters to both men and women, with multiple tee options providing varying lengths and challenges. With a slope rating of 128 and a rating of 35.0 for championship tees (33.6 for men's and 34.1 for ladies'), Cedar Bend ensures an enjoyable round while testing your skills on its well-manicured fairways lined with winter rye grass greens.

The club boasts excellent amenities including clubhouse facilities, RV camping options, driving range access as well as pitching/chipping areas and putting greens to fine-tune your game before hitting the links. Come experience the beauty that is Cedar Bend Golf Club – where stunning natural surroundings meet an inviting course suitable for every golfer's enjoyment!

Player Reviews: A Mixed Bag of Experiences

Cedar Bend Golf Club in Gold Beach, Oregon has received mixed reviews from players. Some reviewers have commented on the poor course conditions, with fairways that are brown and almost too short. One reviewer mentioned that some of the greens were bumpy as well. However, others have praised the layout and friendliness of the staff.

One player said, "Fairways were almost totally brown and mowed to about 1/2 inch long so every lie was a 'tight lie'. A few of the greens were in good condition, but most were bumpy." Another player noted that "the course is easy to walk and a cart is not necessary" and praised the pace of play.

Despite criticism for its conditions, Cedar Bend Golf Club has also been described as a hidden gem by another reviewer who loved playing there: "This is a great little 9 hole golf course… It is a fairly wide course so it was fun to get the Driver out and Swing Away!"

The Links Cards' Perspective on Value

While some aspects may need improvement at Cedar Bend Golf Club like better maintenance on fairways and greens consistency throughout all holes; it still offers an enjoyable experience with friendly staff members. The Links Cards believes that the course provides good value for the price, especially considering the stunning natural surroundings and the variety of amenities offered. However, golfers should be aware of the potential for brown fairways and bumpy greens before booking a tee time.