FUN IN & AROUND REDMOND
» Golf Courses
Ryan Brennecke/The Bulletin file
Golfers warm up on the putting green before competing in the Central Oregon Shootout at Aspen Lake Golf Course in 2021.
ASPEN LAKES GOLF COURSE
The red cinder bunkers at Aspen Lakes are as recognizable
as perhaps any feature on any course in the region. Located
just east of Sisters, Aspen Lakes is lined with ponderosa
pines and is a challenge for golfers of all skill levels. The
course has a quality set of par 5s, and its 222-yard, par-3
15th hole is among the toughest pars in Central Oregon.
Number of holes: 18. Status: Open year-round, weather
permitting Location: 16900 Aspen Lakes Drive, Sisters Tee
times: 541-549-4653 Course stats: Par 72, 7,302 yards Green
fees: Through Sept. 30, $50 to $79 daily; after Oct. 1, $45 to
$55 daily; Power cart: $15 to $20. Extras: Putting green, driving
range, pro shop, practice bunker, clubhouse, restaurant.
Website: www.aspenlakes.com
reminiscent of the golden era of golf design.
Number of holes: 36. Glaze Meadow (18) and Big Meadow
(18). Status: Open seasonally Location: Eight miles northwest
of Sisters on U.S. Highway 20 Tee times: 541-595-1500
Course stats: Big Meadow, par 72, 7,002 yards; Glaze Mead-
ow, par 72, 7,007 yards
Green fees: Through June 16: before noon $78, after noon
$68, after 3 p.m. $52; June 17 to Sept. 30: before 7:30 a.m.
$72, 7:30 a.m. to noon $88, noon to 3 p.m. $72, after
3 p.m.; Spring & Fall: 7:30 a.m. to noon $62, after noon $56,
9-holes $36; $58 Power cart: $38 GolfBoard: $27. Extras:
Two golf shops, driving ranges, putting greens, chipping and
bunker practice areas at both courses, new putting course
Website: www.blackbutteranch.com
BLACK BUTTE RANCH
Big Meadow: The course was ranked in the top 10 in
the state by Golfweek magazine in 2016. Golfers will find a
well-bunkered, straightforward layout that is welcoming to
players of all abilities. In addition, the breathtaking views of
the surrounding mountains on the back nine can make for a
memorable finish.
Glaze Meadow: The course is maturing into a must-play
track in Central Oregon after a John Fought redesign nine
years ago. Glaze Meadows new design utilizes classical ele-
ments, including grass-faced bunkers and turtleback greens
CROOKED RIVER RANCH
Perched on the rim of the Crooked River Gorge, 400 feet
above the river, this course is enjoyable for golfers of all
abilities. The No. 5 canyon hole with its gofor- it or go-home
attitude makes it easy to see why it is the signature hole. The
260-yard, par-4 hole can easily be managed with two short
irons, though adventurous golfers might choose to take the
shortcut over the gorge and play the hole as a 225-yard par
3. Just minutes north of Redmond, Crooked River Ranch is
well worth the trip.
Number of holes: 18. Status: Open year-round, weather
20