Hole 18 at El Caballero Country Club

Par 4 • 423 Yards • Tarzana, California

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The 18th hole at El Caballero Country Club provides a fitting finale to Robert Trent Jones Sr.'s acclaimed championship design. This closing par 4 embodies the signature elements that earned El Caballero recognition as the "Finest course in the Valley" by LA Magazine. A strategic finishing hole that demands precision and rewards smart course management.

Tees:

423y404y

Green:24y × 30y

Fairway @250y:57y wide

9 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 423 yds
Green: 3681 sq ft
Bunkers: 9
Course Slope: 132
Course Rating: 73.2

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

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the 250-yard mark where the fairway opens to its widest point at 57 yards, giving you maximum room for error and the best angle into this Robert Trent Jones Sr. designed green.

tee shot

Avoid laying up short of 200 yards where the fairway pinches to just 35 yards wide - this tight corridor makes recovery shots much more difficult on this championship-caliber hole.

approach

Plan your approach to this substantial 3,681 square foot green carefully - the large putting surface measuring 24 by 30 yards offers multiple pin positions that can dramatically change club selection.

hazard warning

Be aware of greenside bunkers positioned around 428 yards from the tee - these strategic hazards guard the putting surface and punish slightly offline approach shots on this 423-yard par 4.

approach

From the optimal drive position around 250 yards, you'll face approximately a 170-yard approach into the green - select one extra club to ensure you clear the front bunkers and reach this elevated Robert Trent Jones Sr. putting surface.

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This 423-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 423-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 18?

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 18?

Key hazards include: 6 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 18?

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

What's a good score on hole 18?

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 18 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for El Caballero Country Club. You can play this exact 423-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 →