Brasada Canyons Golf Club
Powell Butte, Oregon
A Jacobsen-Hardy design at Brasada Ranch Resort east of Bend, this high desert course features dramatic canyon drops and panoramic views of eight Cascade peaks. The layout traverses juniper-studded rimrock terrain with 300-foot elevation changes that create some of the most dramatic holes in Oregon.
History & Heritage
Brasada Canyons opened in 2007 at Brasada Ranch near Powell Butte, designed by Oregon native Peter Jacobsen with Jim Hardy. Ranked top-15 in Oregon by Golf Digest. At 7,295 yards, it is the longest course in Central Oregon with roughly 300 feet of total elevation change.
No two holes run parallel on the entire course. Views of up to eight Cascade peaks (Bachelor, Jefferson, Three Sisters, Broken Top) from virtually every hole. Described as offering the best 18 views in Central Oregon golf.
Signature Holes
One of multiple back-nine holes with elevated tees featuring 100+ foot drops into canyons below. The dramatic downhill shots with panoramic Cascade views are what everyone remembers.
What to Expect
The longest course in Central Oregon with 300 feet of elevation change. Wide, forgiving front nine; the back nine tightens with more canyon play. Cart essential — long green-to-tee distances. No parallel fairways creates total privacy on every hole.
Semi-private resort at $80-160.
Playing Tips
Elevation changes of 50-100+ feet on individual holes make yardages deceiving. Downhill holes play much shorter; uphill needs extra club.
Afternoon wind picks up on the exposed high desert. The forgiving front nine is a good warm-up for the demanding back.
Highlights
- ✓ Views of eight Cascade peaks
- ✓ 300-foot elevation changes through canyons
- ✓ Jacobsen-Hardy high desert design
Frequently Asked Questions
What Cascade peaks can you see?
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