
Tetherow Course
Tetherow Golf Club
About this course
Tetherow, carved into the high desert landscape near Bend, Oregon, stands as a testament to the rugged beauty and demanding nature of links-style golf far from the coast. The course presents a stark contrast to the verdant fairways often associated with the Pacific Northwest. Designed by David McLay Kidd, Tetherow embraces the natural undulations and native grasses of the terrain. The course is characterized by firm, fast fairways and strategic bunkering that rewards thoughtful shot-making and penalizes wayward drives. While not particularly known on the national stage, Tetherow provides a stern test for golfers of all skill levels with its challenging layout and ever-present wind. Tetherow is known within the community for its commitment to sustainable practices, reflecting a broader ethos of environmental stewardship in the region. The club’s popular "Trailhead" restaurant, and its elevated patio views, has become a local favorite for both golfers and Bend residents seeking a casual atmosphere with a refined menu.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in OR
Quick facts
- Location
- Bend, OR, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 2008
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- David McLay Kidd
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 7,298 yards
- Difficulty
- 75.2/142
- Course Vaults score
- 8.6
Getting there
The journey to Tetherow Golf Club begins at Roberts Field (RDM) in Bend, a regional airport served by direct flights from major West Coast hubs including Seattle-Tacoma (SEA) and Portland International (PDX), the latter situated roughly ninety minutes northwest by car. Private aviation finds its natural home at Bend's own Roberts Field, where the high-desert approach offers unobstructed views of the Cascade peaks that define the landscape. From either arrival point, the drive to Tetherow unfolds through central Oregon's sage-brush plateau before transitioning into the ponderosa pine forests that frame the club's dramatic setting on the eastern slopes of the mountains, a final stretch that captures the raw, volcanic beauty of the region and deposits you at one of the Pacific Northwest's most architecturally ambitious new courses.

FAQ
Common questions about Tetherow
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Tetherow has a Course Vaults score of 8.6 out of 10 based on 36 logged golfers.
Tetherow was designed by David McLay Kidd.
Yes. Tetherow is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Tetherow is 72.
Tetherow plays 7,298 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Tetherow is 142.




