Hole 4 at Aviara Golf Club at Four Seasons Resort

Par 4 • 393 Yards • Carlsbad, California

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Challenging

The fourth hole at Aviara Golf Club at Four Seasons Resort presents a deceptively challenging par 4 that demands both precision and course management. At 393 yards, this straight-away hole may appear straightforward from the tee, but its small green complex creates the primary strategic challenge. The generous fairway invites an aggressive tee shot, allowing golfers to position themselves for the crucial approach. However, the compact putting surface requires pinpoint accuracy on the second shot, as even well-struck approaches can easily roll off the green's edges. With minimal hazards to navigate, success on this hole comes down to distance control and reading the subtle contours of the green, making it a true test of iron play precision.

Tees:

393y362y343y294y

Green:32y × 31y

Fairway @250y:12y wide

4 Bunkersleft dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 393 yds
Green: 5069 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 144
Course Rating: 75

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

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Play conservatively off the tee to the 200-yard mark where the fairway is a generous 36 yards wide, avoiding the dramatic narrowing ahead.

hazard warning

Beware of the severe fairway bottleneck at 250 yards where it narrows to just 12 yards - longer hitters should consider laying up short of this pinch point.

approach

From a 200-yard tee shot position, you'll face a manageable 193-yard approach to a substantial green measuring 32x31 yards, giving you a good target to work with.

hazard warning

Stay alert for bunkers positioned at 322.9 yards from the tee - while beyond most approach shots, these could catch errant long shots or affect your strategy on this 393-yard hole.

tee shot

This 393-yard par-4 rewards accuracy over distance - position your tee shot in the wide section of fairway rather than challenging the narrow 250-yard area for a better approach angle.

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This 393-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 393-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

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. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 4?

This hole is a medium-length test where par is a solid result. A straightforward par 4 where course management pays off.

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

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Aviara Golf Club at Four Seasons Resort. You can play this exact 393-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 →