Caldera Links at Sunriver Resort

Caldera Links at Sunriver Resort occupies high desert terrain in central Oregon, roughly fifteen miles south of Bend. Designed by Bob Cupp and opened in the mid-1990s, the course takes its name from the volcanic geology that defines the region, with the Cascade Range visible to the west and ponderosa pine forests framing much of the property. Cupp, known for his work with Jack Nicklaus before establishing his own practice, routed the layout across relatively flat ground punctuated by natural lava rock outcroppings and stands of native vegetation. The design emphasizes strategic bunkering and generous fairway corridors, with several holes incorporating the dark volcanic stone as both hazard and visual marker.

The course plays as a resort amenity within the larger Sunriver community, which includes multiple golf courses and serves both destination visitors and local members. Conditions reflect the high desert climate—firm, fast turf during summer months and a playing season that typically runs from spring through fall. Water comes into play on a handful of holes, though the routing relies more on length, wind exposure, and the strategic placement of hazards to create challenge. Caldera Links offers a contrast to the more heavily wooded courses elsewhere at Sunriver, presenting a more open, links-inspired aesthetic adapted to the volcanic landscape of central Oregon.