Oregon, US
18 holes
Pacific Dunes opened in 2001 as an instant classic. It showcased a once-in-a-lifetime site and shone a light on a young and fearless designer, Tom Doak. In the sands and on the cliffs of the South Oregon coast, Doak borrowed from the great links courses, blending rumpled fairways with strategic approaches that allow golfers to adapt their shots to the constantly changing weather. To top it off, holes 10-13 may be the single most beautiful sequence in all of golf