Oregon

Sunriver Resort

Courses: 4
Best for: Buddies
Airport: RDM
Courses: 4
Best for: Buddies trips
Airport: Redmond Municipal Airport / Roberts Field (RDM)

Sunriver Resort is a full-service Central Oregon golf destination just south of Bend, with 63 holes across Crosswater, Meadows, Woodlands, and the family-friendly Caldera Links. The draw is the mix of championship resort golf, Cascade Mountain scenery, vacation-home lodging, and easy access to Bend’s outdoor and brewery scene.

Courses: 4 courses
Best months: May – October
Ideal length: 3–5 days
From airport: ~45 min

Golf Courses at Sunriver Resort

Oregon · Course 1

Crosswater Club

Holes: 18
Par: 72
Yards: 7,683
Est.: 1995

Crosswater Club is the premier championship layout at Sunriver Resort, routing through expansive wetlands and alongside the Deschutes and Little Deschutes Rivers in the high desert landscape of Central Oregon. Designed by Bob Cupp, the course blends strategic bunkering, native grasses, and dramatic water features with panoramic views of the Cascade Mountains. Known for its secluded atmosphere and tournament-caliber conditioning, Crosswater has hosted multiple elite amateur and professional events while consistently ranking among Oregon’s top public-access courses.

Oregon · Course 2

Meadows Course

Holes: 18
Par: 71
Yards: 6,948
Est.: 1969

The Meadows Course at Sunriver Resort blends classic Central Oregon scenery with a player-friendly championship design that winds alongside the Deschutes River and through native wetlands. Originally designed by John Fought and later renovated by Bob Cupp, the course features wide fairways, strategic bunkering, and subtle green complexes framed by towering ponderosa pines and snow-capped Cascade Mountain views. Its mix of scenic resort golf and approachable shot values has made Meadows one of the most popular layouts at Sunriver Resort.

Oregon · Course 3

Woodlands Course

Holes: 18
Par: 72
Yards: 6,947
Est.: 1981

The Woodlands Course at Sunriver Resort winds through dense ponderosa pine forests and lava rock formations, delivering a classic tree-lined golf experience in the heart of Central Oregon. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., the course emphasizes precision and strategic positioning with narrower fairways, doglegs, and well-protected greens framed by the region’s natural volcanic terrain. Compared to the resort’s more open championship layouts, Woodlands offers a quieter and more technical round surrounded by mountain scenery and towering pines.

Oregon · Course 4

Caldera Links

Holes: 9
Par: 27
Yards: 1,008
Est.: 2007

Caldera Links at Sunriver Resort is a family-friendly short course designed to blend approachable golf with the rugged natural beauty of Central Oregon. Designed by Bob Cupp, the routing winds through lava rock outcroppings, ponderosa pine forests, and wetlands while offering a relaxed par-3 experience suitable for all skill levels. With holes ranging from short wedge shots to longer iron approaches, Caldera Links delivers strategic variety and scenic mountain-resort golf in a walkable setting.

Trip Packages at Sunriver Resort

Starting points. Everything is built around your dates, group size, and the courses you want to play.

Sunriver Resort Stay & Play

A flexible Central Oregon golf itinerary built around on-property lodging and rounds across Sunriver’s main resort courses, with Crosswater prioritized when access and availability allow. Best as a 3- to 5-day trip for groups that want championship golf, vacation-home comfort, and time in Bend or Sunriver between rounds.

Central Oregon Golf Basecamp

Use Sunriver Resort as the home base for a longer Bend-area golf trip, pairing resort rounds with nearby Central Oregon options such as Tetherow, Juniper Preserve, Brasada Ranch, or Crosswater depending on access, budget, and itinerary goals.

What to Expect at Sunriver Resort

Why visit

Sunriver works especially well for groups that want more than a single-course golf trip. Crosswater gives the destination its championship edge, playing through wetlands and forested Central Oregon terrain, while Meadows and Woodlands add resort-friendly variety and Caldera Links brings a casual 9-hole option for warm-ups, families, or an extra loop after a main round. Because the resort also offers lodge rooms, suites, vacation homes, restaurants, pools, spa amenities, bike paths, river activities, and quick access to Bend, it can handle buddies trips, couples trips, and family golf vacations without feeling like a golf-only property.

Accommodations

Sunriver Resort offers on-property guest rooms, suites, condos, and vacation home rentals, making it flexible for couples, foursomes, and larger golf groups. Staying through the resort keeps guests close to golf, dining, pools, spa amenities, trails, and the broader Sunriver village experience.

Resort amenities

Sunriver Resort is built for full golf vacations, not just single rounds. The property combines four golf experiences, resort lodging, restaurants, spa and wellness amenities, pools, bike paths, family activities, and access to Central Oregon’s rivers, trails, breweries, and mountain scenery.

63 holes of resort golf
Crosswater, Meadows, Woodlands, and Caldera Links
Guest rooms, suites, condos, and vacation homes
Spa, pools, dining, and bike paths
Central Oregon outdoor recreation access

Where to stay

2 hand-picked stays.

Each property is selected for proximity to the next round, the kind of evening that fits a long golf trip, and the feel we want for the group.

2 properties

Resort01 / 02

Sunriver Resort Lodge Rooms & Suites

Guest room or suite

Full-service resort lodging with guest rooms and suites close to dining, resort amenities, trails, pools, spa services, and golf access.

Best fit for couples, smaller groups, and travelers who want a traditional resort stay.

Included in package

Stay02 / 02

Sunriver Resort Vacation Homes & Condos

Condo or vacation home

Resort-managed vacation homes and condominiums with multiple bedrooms, living space, kitchens, and access to Sunriver Resort amenities.

Best fit for foursomes, buddies trips, families, and larger groups that want shared lodging.

Included in package

Plan Your Trip to Sunriver Resort

Getting there

Fly into Redmond Municipal Airport / Roberts Field (RDM), the main commercial airport for Central Oregon, located about 33 miles from Sunriver Resort with a typical drive of around 45 minutes. The resort is roughly 15 miles south of Bend, so most golf groups rent a car or arrange a private transfer to make it easy to reach courses, restaurants, breweries, and off-property activities.

Best time to visit: May through October is the strongest golf window, with warm days, dry Central Oregon weather, and the best access to outdoor recreation. July and August are peak family-travel months, while late spring and early fall usually offer a better balance of weather, tee-time availability, and value.
Who it's best for: Best for buddies trips, couples, families, and outdoor-focused golf groups that want championship golf with a relaxed Central Oregon resort base.
Address: 17600 Center Dr, Sunriver, OR 97707
Season: Daily; golf course schedules vary seasonally
Course details: Sunriver Resort offers 63 holes across Crosswater, Meadows, Woodlands, and the 9-hole Caldera Links.
Location: 17600 Center Dr, Sunriver, Oregon 97707, USA
Nearest airport: Redmond Municipal Airport / Roberts Field (RDM)
Trip style: Resort
Best for: Buddies trips, Family golf vacations, Couples getaways, Outdoor-focused golf groups

Frequently Asked Questions about Sunriver Resort

How many golf courses are at Sunriver Resort?

Sunriver Resort promotes 63 holes of golf across four courses: Crosswater, Meadows, Woodlands, and Caldera Links.

What is the signature course at Sunriver Resort?

Crosswater is the marquee championship course at Sunriver, known for its scale, wetlands, forested setting, and reputation as one of Central Oregon’s standout resort courses.

Does Sunriver Resort have a short course?

Yes. Caldera Links is a family-friendly 9-hole course at Caldera Springs and is a good option for casual rounds, juniors, warm-ups, or an extra loop during a trip.

What airport should we use for a Sunriver golf trip?

Redmond Municipal Airport / Roberts Field (RDM) is the best airport for most groups. It is about 33 miles from Sunriver Resort, with a typical drive of around 45 minutes.

What is the best time of year to play Sunriver Resort?

The best golf season is generally May through October. Summer has the warmest weather and highest family-travel demand, while late spring and early fall can be excellent for golf-focused groups.

Can groups stay on property at Sunriver?

Yes. Sunriver Resort offers guest rooms, suites, condos, and vacation home rentals, which makes it easy to build lodging around couples, foursomes, families, or larger buddies trips.

Is Sunriver Resort good for non-golfers?

Yes. The resort and surrounding area offer trails, pools, spa amenities, river activities, restaurants, shopping, breweries, and easy access to Bend and Central Oregon outdoor recreation.

How long should a Sunriver golf trip be?

Three to five days works well for most groups. That gives enough time for multiple Sunriver rounds, a short-course round, and at least one Bend or outdoor activity without rushing the itinerary.

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Where is Sunriver Resort?

4 courses2 lodging options

17600 Center Drive, Deschutes, Oregon 97707, United States

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