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Outdoor pursuits including fishing, horseback riding and hik-
ing complement the golf experience at Black Butte Ranch, and
there is a sense of calm that accompanies all who visit. “Black
Butte Ranch is a one-of-a-kind property. Its unique, non- com-
mercial feel cannot be duplicated,” says Jeff Fought, PGA di- rec-
tor of golf. “There will never be another facility built like this.”
Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club Wildhorse Resort Golf Course
12930 NW Old Pumpkin Ridge Road
North Plains, OR 97133 The 16th hole at Wildhorse, a 172 yard par 3, is widely con-
sidered its signature hole. “The 16th green is protected on three
503-647-4747 sides by water, and the green is very narrow from front to back,”
www.pumpkinridge.com says Mike Hegarty, PGA head professional. “Even well struck tee
shots are often difficult to hold.” Mr. Hegarty went on to identify
For those travelling to Oregon with thoughts of experiencing the the 18th hole, a 474-yard par 4, as Wildhorse’s most challenging.
best of Pacific Northwest golf, Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club is a top “The hole requires an accurate tee-shot, followed by a precise
destination. Located 30 minutes west of downtown Portland, the approach,” says Hegarty, as bunkers and “out of bounds” protect
36-hole facility has played host to some of golf’s most memorable the left side of the hole, while a pond borders the right.
moments, including Tiger Wood’s dramatic come from behind
victory (and unprecedented third consecutive title) in the 1996 Wildhorse Resort Golf Course has been identified by Golf Di-
U.S. Amateur Championship. gest as one of America’s Top Casino Golf Courses. With a variety
of activity options, this resort is an ideal Stay and Play destina-
Ghost Creek, the facility’s 18-hole public course, and Witch tion for golfers and non-golfers alike.
Hollow, its private side counterpart, were designed by acclaimed
architect Robert E. Cupp. Ghost Creek was named the Best
New Public Course in the country by Golf Digest in 1992, and
Witch Hollow earned the “#2 Best New Private Course in the
U.S.” award the same year. Both courses are listed annually in
national Best Of publications for Golf Magazine, Golf Digest, and
GolfWeek.
Notable holes include Ghost Creek’s 454-yard par 4 No. 18,
and Witch Hollow’s 545-yard par 5 No.18. The “Home” holes on
both courses provide insight into the facility’s design philoso-
phy—accuracy off the tee is required, and precise iron play will
result in birdie opportunities. Many of the green complexes are
generous in size, though players must find the correct area of the
surfaces to approach the pins, as subtle nuances can affect even
the most experienced of putters.
Perhaps no other facility in the state has garnered as much
history and notoriety over the past 20 years as Pumpkin Ridge.
In addition to the 1996 Amateur, Pumpkin Ridge hosted the U.S.
Women’s Open (1997, 2003), the U.S. Women’s Amateur Cham-
pionship (2006) and the LPGA’s Safeway Classic (2009-2012).
Wildhorse Resort Golf Course
46510 Wildhorse Blvd.
Pendleton, OR 97801
800-654-9453
www.wildhorseresort.com
For those visiting Eastern Oregon with a desire for golf and
gambling, Wildhorse Resort and Casino is the ideal destination.
Just four miles east of historic Pendleton, the course features
generous landing areas off the tee and a consistent mix of holes,
ranging in yardage from 5,700 yards (Red/forward tees) to over
7,100 yards (Gold/championship tees). Tall grass surrounds and
well-positioned bunkers play a prominent role in the design, of-
fering a pleasing visual experience that is well-suited for players
of all abilities.
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Outdoor pursuits including fishing, horseback riding and hik-
ing complement the golf experience at Black Butte Ranch, and
there is a sense of calm that accompanies all who visit. “Black
Butte Ranch is a one-of-a-kind property. Its unique, non- com-
mercial feel cannot be duplicated,” says Jeff Fought, PGA di- rec-
tor of golf. “There will never be another facility built like this.”
Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club Wildhorse Resort Golf Course
12930 NW Old Pumpkin Ridge Road
North Plains, OR 97133 The 16th hole at Wildhorse, a 172 yard par 3, is widely con-
sidered its signature hole. “The 16th green is protected on three
503-647-4747 sides by water, and the green is very narrow from front to back,”
www.pumpkinridge.com says Mike Hegarty, PGA head professional. “Even well struck tee
shots are often difficult to hold.” Mr. Hegarty went on to identify
For those travelling to Oregon with thoughts of experiencing the the 18th hole, a 474-yard par 4, as Wildhorse’s most challenging.
best of Pacific Northwest golf, Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club is a top “The hole requires an accurate tee-shot, followed by a precise
destination. Located 30 minutes west of downtown Portland, the approach,” says Hegarty, as bunkers and “out of bounds” protect
36-hole facility has played host to some of golf’s most memorable the left side of the hole, while a pond borders the right.
moments, including Tiger Wood’s dramatic come from behind
victory (and unprecedented third consecutive title) in the 1996 Wildhorse Resort Golf Course has been identified by Golf Di-
U.S. Amateur Championship. gest as one of America’s Top Casino Golf Courses. With a variety
of activity options, this resort is an ideal Stay and Play destina-
Ghost Creek, the facility’s 18-hole public course, and Witch tion for golfers and non-golfers alike.
Hollow, its private side counterpart, were designed by acclaimed
architect Robert E. Cupp. Ghost Creek was named the Best
New Public Course in the country by Golf Digest in 1992, and
Witch Hollow earned the “#2 Best New Private Course in the
U.S.” award the same year. Both courses are listed annually in
national Best Of publications for Golf Magazine, Golf Digest, and
GolfWeek.
Notable holes include Ghost Creek’s 454-yard par 4 No. 18,
and Witch Hollow’s 545-yard par 5 No.18. The “Home” holes on
both courses provide insight into the facility’s design philoso-
phy—accuracy off the tee is required, and precise iron play will
result in birdie opportunities. Many of the green complexes are
generous in size, though players must find the correct area of the
surfaces to approach the pins, as subtle nuances can affect even
the most experienced of putters.
Perhaps no other facility in the state has garnered as much
history and notoriety over the past 20 years as Pumpkin Ridge.
In addition to the 1996 Amateur, Pumpkin Ridge hosted the U.S.
Women’s Open (1997, 2003), the U.S. Women’s Amateur Cham-
pionship (2006) and the LPGA’s Safeway Classic (2009-2012).
Wildhorse Resort Golf Course
46510 Wildhorse Blvd.
Pendleton, OR 97801
800-654-9453
www.wildhorseresort.com
For those visiting Eastern Oregon with a desire for golf and
gambling, Wildhorse Resort and Casino is the ideal destination.
Just four miles east of historic Pendleton, the course features
generous landing areas off the tee and a consistent mix of holes,
ranging in yardage from 5,700 yards (Red/forward tees) to over
7,100 yards (Gold/championship tees). Tall grass surrounds and
well-positioned bunkers play a prominent role in the design, of-
fering a pleasing visual experience that is well-suited for players
of all abilities.
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