Gearhart Golf Links, Golf course in Gearhart, United States.
Gearhart Golf Links is a golf course in Gearhart, Oregon, spanning 6,551 yards across sand dunes with a par of 72 and offering varied playing conditions. The course features Bent Grass fairways and Fescue greens with multiple tee positions available to players.
The course was established in 1892 by Scottish settlers and stands as the oldest golf course west of the Mississippi River. It grew from its original three holes to eighteen holes by 1913.
The course reflects traditional Scottish links design with natural sand dunes and open terrain that resembles courses found in Scotland.
The course offers multiple tee positions for different skill levels and has practice areas for short shots. Players should be prepared for varying conditions created by the sand dunes.
The sand-based foundation provides excellent drainage while creating irregular lies across the course that challenge golfers with technical demands. This natural drainage keeps the course playable even in wet conditions.
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