Hole 9 at Highland Park Golf Course

Par 4 • 349 Yards • Birmingham, Alabama

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Highland Park Golf Course's ninth hole presents a deceptively challenging par 4 that serves as a pivotal moment in your round. At 349 yards, this straight hole demands precision over power, with its compact green creating the primary test. The generous fairway invites an aggressive tee shot, but the real challenge emerges on the approach to the small, well-defended putting surface. Club selection becomes critical as the green's modest dimensions leave little margin for error. Smart course management rewards those who play to the center of the green, while aggressive pin-hunting can quickly turn a scoring opportunity into a bogey. This Highland Park Golf Course hole 9 exemplifies strategic golf design at its finest.

Tees:

349y338y238y

Green:26y × 33y

Fairway @250y:53y wide

1 Bunker dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 349 yds
Green: 4351 sq ft
Bunkers: 1
Course Slope: 124
Course Rating: 67.6

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This 349-yard par 4 requires strategic positioning off the tee, as the fairway completely disappears at both 200 and 250 yards - indicating either a dogleg or severe narrowing that demands precise club selection and target line.

approach

With bunkers positioned at 291.8 yards, your approach shot will need to carry or avoid these hazards while targeting a moderately-sized green measuring 4,351 square feet.

tee shot

The zero-yard landing zone from the tee suggests this hole requires a layup strategy or precise navigation around obstacles - avoid the temptation to hit driver and instead focus on positioning for your second shot.

green

The green's rectangular dimensions of 26 yards by 33 yards provide a decent target, but club selection will be critical to avoid the surrounding hazards and ensure you're putting rather than chipping.

hazard warning

With no fairway width available at standard driving distances (200-250 yards), this hole likely features water, severe rough, or out-of-bounds that penalizes aggressive play - course management is essential for scoring.

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This 349-yard par 4 is ideal for working on your driver accuracy. Launch monitors from $600 let you practice this exact shot with real course data from home.

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Scoring Tip

Focus on getting your approach inside 20 feet. Two putts from there and you walk away with par.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 349-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 9?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 9?

Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 9?

The green is small and requires precision. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 9?

This hole is a birdie opportunity if you find the fairway. This shorter par 4 rewards accuracy off the tee with a short iron approach.

Can I practice hole 9 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Highland Park Golf Course. You can play this exact 349-yard par 4 shot-by-shot at home. Entry-level options like the SkyTrak+ (around $2,500) and Garmin Approach R10 (around $600) support course play, while premium systems from Trackman and Foresight offer tour-level accuracy. Most systems pay for themselves in a season or two versus green fees and range balls. Shop home golf simulators →