Hole 9 at Aviara Golf Club at Four Seasons Resort

Par 4 • 375 Yards • Carlsbad, California

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The finishing hole of the front nine at Aviara Golf Club at Four Seasons Resort presents a deceptively straightforward par 4 that demands precision over power. At 375 yards, this straight layout appears generous from the elevated tee, offering panoramic views of the Batiquitos Lagoon and Pacific coastline that define this Arnold Palmer masterpiece. The absence of major hazards might suggest an easy birdie opportunity, but the small, subtly contoured green becomes the hole's primary defense. A well-positioned tee shot down the center sets up a manageable approach, yet the compact putting surface requires careful club selection and precise distance control. This strategic test rewards thoughtful course management while providing a scenic conclusion to Aviara's front nine.

Tees:

375y348y333y284y

Green:30y × 43y

Fairway @250y:12y wide

4 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 375 yds
Green: 6658 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 144
Course Rating: 75

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Play a controlled tee shot to the 200-yard mark where the fairway is 24 yards wide - this sets up the best angle for your approach while avoiding the narrower 12-yard section at 250 yards.

hazard warning

Avoid aggressive driving beyond 250 yards as bunkers positioned at 301 yards will catch longer shots, and the fairway narrows dramatically to just 12 yards at the 250-yard mark.

approach

From a 200-yard tee shot position, you'll have approximately 175 yards remaining to a generous green measuring 6,658 square feet - use a mid-iron for accuracy over distance.

green

Target the center of this large green (30 yards wide by 43 yards deep) rather than hunting pins - the generous size at 6,658 square feet gives you plenty of margin for error.

tee shot

At 375 yards total length, position your tee shot for a comfortable approach distance - laying back to 200 yards leaves a manageable mid-iron into the green.

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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 375-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.

How big is the green on hole 9?

The green is fairly large with multiple pin positions. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.

What's a good score on hole 9?

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 9 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 375-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 →