Golf in Redmond. It’s not just for summer.
There are some who only golf near palm trees in balmy 80-degree weather. Who flag down the beer cart every couple of holes. Those people…are not us. Golf in Redmond is more of a year-round affair. Yes, you’ll spot the occasional frost on the course, but with 300 days of sunshine it’ll only be a minor delay. Those who venture out with their clubs during this remarkable season will find a quieter time. Yet the feeling of watching your ball scream down the fairway is all the same. Here are some tips that will help get you into the swing of things.
A Good Walk (Not) Spoiled.
Golf during this time of year proves Mr. Twain is wrong. The pace is easygoing, the snowcapped mountain views are at their peak, and the fairways—at least when it comes to people—are wide open. It’s the ultimate opportunity to dial in your game without the pressure of a restless foursome hitting into you. Take your time and revel in the majesty of the High Desert scenery surrounding you. Bring the winter tees and take a leisurely swing. Just remember to keep your head down so your ball doesn’t wind up in a trap. This time of year they can be as hard as the granite spires in the distance.
Prepare for Birdies, Eagles, and Occasional Snowflakes.
The key to a good round of golf is having a club for every type of situation. The same applies to your wardrobe. In Redmond you might experience a light rain and piercing sun within the same nine holes. Layering is your best friend—start with a solid base layer and top it off with a breathable, waterproof shell. The more you can peel away as the sun breaks through, the happier you’ll be. (Funny how golf strokes work the same way.)
If you’d rather avoid the elements almost entirely, look for courses offering winterized carts. Retractable side curtains block wind and retrain heat. Now just try and contain your excitement with a more comfortable way to take in a round.
90 Combined Holes. Countless Experiences.
Tee boxes with mountains as your backdrop. Dog legs around groves of tall Juniper Trees. Waiting for the green to clear—of wildlife. These courses, thankfully, aren’t golf as usual.
Juniper Golf Course: As you make your way along this scenic course, where nature and design perfectly harmonize, you’ll see how it got its name. Abundant juniper trees dot the rocky high-desert landscape over 18 championship holes.
The Greens at Redmond: Just minutes from Redmond’s city center, this executive Course is a mid-irons favorite among locals. A short layout meanders through man-made lakes, canals, and mountain views, for rounds that can be completed in 3 hours.
Eagle Crest: Golf is a staple at Eagle Crest Resort. Three courses let you get better connected to the high desert landscape and your foursome.
- The Ridge Course – This 18 hole Par 72 championship course is known for its juniper forests and views of the Cascade Mountains. It’s also a “Driver’s Dream” for long hits.
- The Challenge Course – Ranked nationally as a top 25 “short course”, this 18 hole par 63 course will test your short game ability to control your distance. Not to mention, your mental resolve.
- The Resort Course – A wide open front 9 to break out the driver. A tight back nine that requires accuracy. In the center of it all is you in golfing bliss on this championship course.
Get Your Burger Warm-Ups in Afterward
By now you’ve probably worked up an appetite from those swings. If you have a bit of energy left in you to lift a burger, these places will fit the bill nicely.
The View Tap & Grill
Savor the shot that keeps you coming back—along with a tasty burger to go with—at this restaurant that overlooks the scenic holes at Juniper Golf Course.
Bogey’s Burger
A bogey on the course? Not great. A Bogey Burger loaded with Cheddar, Pepper Jack, Swiss, or Blue Cheese with all the fixings? Much better.
Redmond Burger Company
Quality 100% NW Natural beef burgers made in-house from scratch. This place puts as much effort into their food as you do into perfecting your golf swing.
