Hole 6 at Grayhawk Golf Club (Raptor course)

Par 4 • 345 Yards • Scottsdale, Arizona

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The 6th hole at Grayhawk's Raptor course epitomizes Tom Fazio's risk-reward philosophy, presenting golfers with a tantalizing strategic dilemma from the tee. This short par-4 offers multiple attack options, but demands respect for the massive bunker guarding the green's right front approach.

Tees:

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Green:29y × 22y

Fairway @250y:30y wide

3 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 345 yds
Green: 3774 sq ft
Bunkers: 3
Course Slope: 145
Course Rating: 74.1

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This classic risk/reward hole offers two distinct strategies from the tee. Aggressive players can bomb driver to leave just a sand wedge approach, while conservative players should consider 3-wood or long iron to the generous 40-yard wide fairway at 200 yards, leaving a comfortable 9-iron approach shot.

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The signature feature of this hole is the massive bunker complex guarding the right-front of the green at 330 yards. This deep, penal hazard must be avoided at all costs - any approach shot that drifts right will find serious trouble.

approach

The compact green measures just 29 yards deep by 22 yards wide (3,774 sq ft), making precision crucial on your approach shot. With such a small target and that menacing right-side bunker, favor the left side of the green for the safest play.

tee shot

At only 345 yards, this short par-4 tempts players to be aggressive, but course management is key. The fairway actually widens to 45 yards at the 250-yard mark, so longer hitters have more room if they can carry it past the 200-yard area.

approach

With multiple bunkers positioned around 330 yards and a crowned green typical of Tom Fazio design, approach shots must be struck with confidence and proper trajectory. The green's 22-yard width leaves little margin for error on off-line shots.

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This 345-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

With bunkers guarding the green, pick the side with the most room and let the slope feed the ball toward the pin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 345-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 6?

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

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 6?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 6?

The green is small and requires precision. The green is wider than it is deep, rewarding shots that find the correct tier. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 6?

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 6 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Grayhawk Golf Club (Raptor course). You can play this exact 345-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 →