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541-549-4653 | www.aspenlakes.com
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golfing trip to Central Oregon is not complete
eatery that caters to golfers and non-golfers alike.
without a visit to Aspen Lakes Golf Course.
requires golfers to approach the green with a long
Locally owned and just minutes from historic
catering options, and an extensive wine list ensure
Sisters, the William Overdorf design is a testament to iron or hybrid, and once on the green, there is no Seasonal specials featuring Northwest cuisine, N
guarantee of two-putting. After holing out very little
the region’s high desert beauty, a shared commitment relief awaits players as they will be challenged with an authentic high desert dining experience. In
to the environment, and its longstanding support of elevated approach shots to both the 15th (par 3) and recent years, Aspen Lakes has also become
the community. the 16th (dogleg left, par 4). The Home hole (18th), synonymous with outstanding social events and
a tough tree-lined par 5, invites longer hitters a risk/ weddings. With a dedicated staff, outstanding
Renowned for its red cinder bunkers (sourced on reward option on their second shot to another well facilities, and an ideal outdoor backdrop, there
site) and iconic views of the Three Sisters Mountains protected green, while those who are short off the tee may not be a better location to plan, and enjoy, an
throughout the property, the layout is a solid test should play the routing as designed, provided they event in
from start to finish. Five sets of tees, ranging from are in the fairway! Central
5,594 yards to 7,302 yards, allow players of varying Oregon.
ability to find the ideal links experience. Crystal Following one’s round, the Aspen Lakes Lodge and
clear waterways and hazards dot the landscape Clubhouse features Brand 33 Restaurant, a reference
throughout the property, giving advanced players a
true test of golf, while effectively routing beginning
and intermediate players in a manner that will provide
all with a peaceful and enjoyable day on the links.

The most difficult stretch of golf at Aspen Lakes
begins on the 479 yard par-4 14th. A challenging
downhill journey in which players must negotiate a
split-level fairway to a green guarded by a gigantic
tree in front, this hole may be one of the most talked

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