Fairway Field Guide
Chapters 5 & 11

Trip Templates

The sweet spot is 4 days and 3 nights — all 7 courses, 7–8 rounds. The golden rule: play every course at least once. The second rule: don't overdo it.

The Replay Rate Advantage

Bandon's second round of the day is half off. 36-hole days are economically smart — but physically demanding.

The Weekend Warrior

3 Days / 2 Nights

4 of 5 courses · 4–5 rounds

The Sweet Spot

4 Days / 3 Nights

All 7 courses · 7–8 rounds

The Full Immersion

5 Days / 4 Nights

All 7 + 2 replays · 9–10 rounds

Full day-by-day breakdowns are in the guide.

Frequently asked questions

How many days do you need at Bandon Dunes?

The sweet spot is 4 days and 3 nights — enough to play all 7 courses across 7–8 rounds. A 3-day, 2-night trip fits 4–5 rounds on 4 of 5 courses, and a 5-day, 4-night trip gets you all 7 courses plus 2 replays at 9–10 rounds.

How many rounds can you play on a Bandon Dunes trip?

Expect 4–5 rounds in 3 days, 7–8 rounds in 4 days, and 9–10 rounds in 5 days. The golden rule is to play every course at least once — and the second rule is don't overdo it.

Is the replay round at Bandon Dunes half price?

Yes — Bandon's second round of the day is half off. That makes 36-hole days economically smart, though they're physically demanding.

Can you play all 7 Bandon Dunes courses in one trip?

Yes. A 4-day, 3-night trip covers all 7 courses in 7–8 rounds, and a 5-day, 4-night trip adds 2 replays for 9–10 rounds. A 3-day trip only fits 4 of 5 courses.

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