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THE CEDARS
AT DUNGENESS
PAR 5 490 YARDS
Sequim, WA
360.683.6344
www.cedarsatdungeness.com
What began as a simple farmland golf course 42 years ago has since morphed into
a truly memorable golfing experience. Much of the allure surrounding The Cedars
at Dungeness lies in its uniquely dry playing conditions—virtually unheard of near
Seattle—which allow it to be billed as western Washington's driest course.
The signature hole on this gorgeous course is the third, appropriately named "Ole
Crabby." It stretches to 490 yards from the tips, but don't let the length fool you—
this is a formidable challenge. As you approach the tee, it is easy to be distracted
by the majestic beauty of the Olympic Mountains. However, once you regain your
composure, you'll want to aim the tee shot at the three fir trees at the end of the
fairway. The fairway landing area appears to have ample room until you notice the
enormous fairway bunker guarding the right side and out-of-bounds left. As you gaze
west for your next shot, you encounter one of the world's truly memorable golfing
hazards: a giant Dungeness crab-shaped bunker filled with red volcanic cinders from
Bend, Oregon.
The big hitters have a chance to carry the ball 225 yards over the bunker. However,
if trying to pick the right club to avoid the bunker's massive center or 10 legs wasn't
daunting enough, you'll now have to negotiate the Juan de Fuca trade winds. The
intelligent play for most is to lay up and try to hit a wedge over the bunker, but this
too can prove intimidating, as the occasional high-pitched squeaking noises coming
from a nearby Bald Eagle perch make the approach a little unnerving. Once safely on,
take a deep breath and enjoy the gentle slope and true rolling green; with unfaltering
confidence you can now boast to your friends that you conquered Ole Crabby.
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Photograph by William Wright Photography
