Hole 4 at Whirlwind Golf Club at Wild Horse Pass (Devils Claw course)

Par 3 • 190 Yards • Chandler, Arizona

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The fourth hole at Whirlwind Golf Club, known as "Whitetail Crane," presents one of the course's most demanding challenges with its signature water hazard. This memorable par-3 forces golfers into a critical decision: play conservatively with a layup or attempt the heroic carry over water to reach the green in regulation.

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Green:25y × 37y

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Hole Stats

Par: 3
Yardage: 190 yds
Green: 4849 sq ft
Course Slope: 129
Course Rating: 72.6

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This 190-yard par-3 requires precision club selection and commitment to your target line. With no fairway landing zones available, you must carry your tee shot all the way to the green or face serious trouble in the surrounding desert terrain.

green

Target the center of this generously-sized green measuring 4,849 square feet to give yourself the best chance for par. The green's 25-yard width by 37-yard length provides ample landing area, so avoid getting aggressive with pin positions near the edges.

tee shot

Club up and swing smoothly on this 190-yard one-shotter. The desert setting means there's no room for error short of the green, so ensure you have enough club to comfortably reach the putting surface even if you don't strike it perfectly.

hazard warning

With zero fairway width at both 200 and 250 yards, this hole offers no bailout areas beyond the green. Any shot that misses the target will likely find the natural desert landscape, making distance control and accuracy absolutely critical.

approach

On this par-3, your tee shot IS your approach shot. Focus on a controlled, committed swing rather than trying to guide the ball - the 25-yard green width gives you room to work with if you trust your natural ball flight.

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Scoring Tip

Short par 3s reward precision. Pick the right club for the front-center of the green and trust your swing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What club should I use on this par 3?

At 190 yards, most golfers will need a long iron or hybrid (5-iron to 6-iron) to reach this green. Adjust for elevation, wind, and pin position.

How difficult is hole 4?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

How big is the green on hole 4?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 4?

This hole is a challenging par where bogey is acceptable. This longer par 3 will test your long iron or hybrid game. Par is a good score.

Can I practice hole 4 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Whirlwind Golf Club at Wild Horse Pass (Devils Claw course). You can play this exact par 3 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 →