Tetherow is a singular golf experience that separates pretenders from true shot-makers. Designed by David McLay Kidd on 700 acres bordering the Deschutes National Forest, this 7,298-yard links-style course rises 4,000 feet in elevation and channels the aesthetic of Scottish golf without the ocean—replacing it with high desert terrain, spectacular Cascade Mountain views, and extensive fescue grassing. The layout flows magnificently across naturally rolling terrain, with wildly undulating greens that force golfers to think strategy over aggression, and ragged bunkers that seem both menacing and magnificently beautiful.
What makes Tetherow particularly rewarding for group travel is the mandatory forecaddie system. These skilled guides aren't just decorative—they're essential interpreters of a course that confounds first-timers and rewards thoughtful play. The bouncy fescue turf allows prodigious roll off the tee, but approach shots demand precision as the greens are protected by severe contours, strategic bunkering, and deceiving angles. Every hole is distinctly separated by high desert vegetation, creating an intimate, exploratory feel as you navigate the course.
The resort setting amplifies the experience. Tetherow offers fifty eco-friendly hotel rooms, vacation rental homes up to five bedrooms, three on-site restaurants, a heated outdoor pool with cabanas, a championship-level golf academy with TrackMan 4 technology, and a full fitness facility. Located just seven minutes from downtown Bend's vibrant brewery and restaurant scene, the property sits perfectly positioned for golfers seeking both world-class golf and genuine Rocky Mountain hospitality. Groups consistently rave about the seamless stay-and-play experience and the opportunity to play multiple rounds while accessing outstanding resort amenities.
A 7,298-yard David McLay Kidd-designed links-style course featuring fescue fairways, massive undulating greens, and dramatic high desert scenery surrounded by Cascade Mountain views.
Tetherow Lodges offers 50 eco-friendly hotel rooms with double queens or kings, featuring fireplaces, balconies, and views of the golf course or Cascade Mountains. Vacation rental homes range from 1-5 bedrooms with up to 5 bathrooms, featuring fire pits, hot tubs, and private patios. All lodging provides access to the heated outdoor pool, fitness facility, three on-site restaurants, and complimentary shuttles to downtown Bend. Resort guests save 11-20% on green fees.