--- title: "Dye Fore’s Chavon Layout Offers Thrills" url: https://www.casadecampo.com.do/blog/2020/05/06/dye-fore-chavon-layout-offers-thrills/ date: 2020-05-06 modified: 2026-09-02 lang: en author: "Gitti" description: "Casa de Campo is a virtual “natural museum” Casa de Campo is a virtual “natural museum” as it showcases the genius and legacy of Pete Dye and the 90 holes..." categories: - "Blog" image: https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/dye-fore-golf-4-1.jpg word_count: 532 --- # Dye Fore’s Chavon Layout Offers Thrills ## Key Takeaways - Casa de Campo presents 90 holes of golf and calls itself a virtual “natural museum” for Pete Dye’s legacy, with Teeth of the Dog® widely recognized as the No. 1 course in the Caribbean. - Dye Fore’s Chavón nine sits next to Altos de Chavón on the highest ground on the 7,000-acre property and features dramatic cliffs that drop more than 300 feet to the Chavón River. - Dye Fore’s Chavón nine includes two standout par-3s at 232 yards and 210 yards from the back tees, and it now shows lush green fairways and smooth putting surfaces from a new state-of-the-art irrigation system. #### Casa de Campo is a virtual “natural museum” Casa de Campo is a virtual “natural museum” as it s[howcases the genius and legacy of Pete Dye and the 90 holes of golf he created for the resort](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/golf/). Of course, much of the acclaim deservedly goes to his masterpiece design, Teeth of the Dog® , which is widely recognized as the No. 1 course in the Caribbean and continually ranked among the top layouts in the world. However, Casa de Campo boosts a beyond worthy complement to “Teeth” with the 27 holes of the [Dye Fore course](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/golf/dye-fore/) next to [Altos de Chavón](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/experiences/altos-de-chavon/), the highest ground on the 7,000-acre property. The three nines – Chavón, Marina and Lagos – are quite distinct from each together and respectively demonstrate in spades Mr. Dye’s standing as the greatest course architect of the modern era. ![Dye Fore’s Chavon Layout](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/dye-fore-golf-3-scaled.jpg) Of the trio, the Chavon nine is the most dramatic as Mr. Dye let his imagination roam free on this broad turbulent expanse of land. The undulating terrain rolls spectacularly alongside jutting bluffs with mountain views across the abyss and ocean vistas on the horizon. The cliffs on the edge of the layout cascade more than 300 feet to the tranquil Chavón River below wending its way out to the Caribbean Sea. With reachable par-5s, a drivable par-4, and five holes set hard against the cliff tops, it’s a roller coaster ride of golf and what fun it is! ![Dye Fore Golf Course at Casa de Campo](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/dye-fore-golf-5-scaled.jpg) Perhaps most notably, Mr. Dye created two stellar par-3s on Chavón that would be exceptional anywhere in the golfing world. The third hole of the nine can be stretched to 232 yards from the back tees. A long bunker parallels the vast ravine on the right flank gobbling up shots hit with too much left-to-right spin or perhaps at mercy of the wind at the pinnacle (or both!). The prudent play off the tee is toward the mounds left of the green, but a tough bunker perched into a hillock lurks menacingly. It can be a windy spot there on the high ground, just hang on to your hat and have a go. Equally compelling is the sixth hole of the nine. At 210 yards from the back, the hole hugs the abrupt overhang down the entire left side. Mr. Dye graciously put in a bunker just left of the perched putting surface that might catch a mishit bound for the verdant wilds bordering the waterway below. Aiming too far right to avoid the trouble left is no picnic either as an up-and-down from the starboard side presents low odds at best. Again, it typifies the design genius of Mr. Dye with firm decisions required and something close to good execution needed for hopes of a par. No matter the score on the card, it’s a joy to try and tackle. The Chavón nine also now showcases the results on a new state-of-the-art irrigation system with lush green fairways and smooth putting surfaces. At Dye Fore, the Marina and Lagos sides are not to be missed either. After the round, have a drink at the friendly open-air 19th hole and savor the mesmerizing Dominican Republic views. It’s all so very, very good. https://youtu.be/F74CizJTaUo ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: Why is the Chavón nine considered the most dramatic part of Dye Fore?** A: The Chavón nine is the most dramatic because it plays across a broad, turbulent stretch of land with rolling terrain, mountain views, ocean vistas, and cliffs that drop more than 300 feet to the Chavón River. That mix makes the holes feel exposed and constantly changing. Casa de Campo, Casa De Campo, Casadecampo uses that setting to create a round where scenery and shot-making matter on every tee shot. **Q: What makes Dye Fore’s Chavón layout a tough golf test?** A: The difficulty comes from the land itself. Five holes sit hard against cliff tops, and the layout includes reachable par-5s, a drivable par-4, and windy high-ground shots that punish poor decisions. That means players have to balance aggression with control. The course rewards bold play, but the cliffs and ravines make misses expensive. **Q: How do the par-3 holes on Chavón play differently from each other?** A: The third and sixth holes are both standout par-3s, but they ask for different shots. The third can stretch to 232 yards and plays beside a long bunker and a ravine on the right. The sixth is 210 yards from the back tees and hugs an abrupt overhang down the left side. Together they show how Dye Fore mixes length, wind, and danger in very different ways. **Q: Is Dye Fore a good choice if I want more than just Teeth of the Dog?** A: Dye Fore is the clear complement to Teeth of the Dog® because it gives Casa de Campo another major golf experience with 27 holes split into Chavón, Marina, and Lagos. The page frames it as part of a larger golf story built from Pete Dye’s 90 holes at the resort. For someone who wants variety across one property, that makes Dye Fore worth attention on its own. **Q: What should golfers expect after playing the Chavón nine?** A: The round ends with a relaxed finish rather than just another golf-club exit. The page mentions a friendly open-air 19th hole where you can have a drink and take in Dominican Republic views. That matters because it turns the round into an experience, not just a scorecard exercise. Casa de Campo’s setting is part of the appeal as much as the holes themselves.