Hole 6 at La Paloma Country Club (Canyon)

Par 4 • 419 Yards • Tucson, Arizona

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Challenging

The sixth hole on La Paloma's Canyon Course showcases Jack Nicklaus' signature desert design philosophy, where precision trumps power in the shadow of the Santa Catalina Mountains. This challenging par 4 demands strategic course management through classic Sonoran Desert terrain, setting up one of the more demanding approaches on the layout.

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Green:24y × 34y

4 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 419 yds
Green: 3673 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 155
Course Rating: 75.4

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Bunkers everywhere — a versatile wedge is your scoring club on this hole.

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Strategy Tips

hazard warning

This hole presents a significant challenge with no defined fairway landing area - both the 200-yard and 250-yard fairway measurements show 0 yards wide, indicating either a heavily tree-lined corridor or forced carry situation that demands precise positioning.

tee shot

With bunkers positioned at 333.9, 355.1, and 411.9 yards from the tee, plan your tee shot carefully to avoid the closer hazards while leaving yourself in position for the approach to this 419-yard par 4.

approach

The approach shot will likely be from around 100-150 yards given the bunker at 333.9 yards - focus on accuracy over distance to find the relatively compact green measuring 24 yards by 34 yards.

green

At only 3,673 square feet, this green is smaller than average and demands precise approach shots - club selection and distance control are critical for scoring opportunities on this compact target.

hazard warning

The furthest bunker at 411.9 yards is dangerously close to the total hole length of 419 yards, suggesting greenside protection that will catch any approach shots that come up short or run long.

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This 419-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 419-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 6?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered, small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 6?

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

How big is the green on hole 6?

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

What's a good score on hole 6?

This hole is a demanding hole where bogey is not unusual. This longer par 4 will test most golfers. Focus on position over distance.

Can I practice hole 6 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for La Paloma Country Club (Canyon). You can play this exact 419-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 →