Hole 1 at Coronado Golf Course

Par 4 • 371 Yards • Coronado, California

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Coronado Golf Course opens with a classic par 4 that sets the tone for a layout steeped in history, originally designed by Jack Daray in 1957. This straightforward opener invites players to settle into their round before encountering the more dramatic holes that were later redesigned around the iconic Coronado Bridge. A solid start here builds confidence for the challenges ahead.

Tees:

371y361y349y

Green:25y × 40y

Fairway @250y:31y wide

3 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 371 yds
Green: 5518 sq ft
Bunkers: 3
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 126
Course Rating: 73.7

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

With the fairway measuring 48 yards wide at the 200-yard mark, most golfers can confidently use driver or 3-wood off the tee. The generous landing area allows for an aggressive tee shot to set up a shorter approach.

hazard warning

Be aware of bunkers positioned at 249 yards from the tee. Long hitters using driver need to account for this hazard, especially with favorable wind conditions that could carry the ball into trouble.

approach

After a solid drive to the 200-yard marker, you'll face approximately a 170-yard approach shot to this par 4. The generous green size of 5,518 square feet provides a large target for mid-iron approaches.

green

The green's rectangular dimensions of 25 yards by 40 yards offer strategic pin placement options. Focus on the correct tier or section of the green rather than just hitting the putting surface.

tee shot

The fairway remains consistently wide, measuring 46 yards at the 250-yard mark. This allows longer hitters to take an aggressive line while still having room for slight misses left or right.

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This 371-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

When water is in play, commit to a conservative target. A bogey beats a big number every time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 371-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 1?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: water in play.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 1?

Key hazards include: water at 119.6 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 1?

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 1?

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 1 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Coronado Golf Course. You can play this exact 371-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 →