Hole 9 at El Caballero Country Club

Par 4 • 456 Yards • Tarzana, California

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Tough

As golfers reach the final hole of the front nine at El Caballero, they encounter one of Robert Trent Jones Sr.'s signature strategic challenges. This lengthy par 4 demands both precision and power, embodying the architect's philosophy of rewarding thoughtful course management over pure distance.

Tees:

456y425y

Green:24y × 41y

Fairway @250y:36y wide

5 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 456 yds
Green: 5437 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 132
Course Rating: 73.2

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target a 220-yard tee shot to avoid the fairway bunker positioned at 229.9 yards while maximizing fairway width of 39 yards at the 200-yard mark.

tee shot

Favor accuracy over distance as the fairway narrows from 39 yards at 200 yards to just 36 yards at the 250-yard mark, making longer drives increasingly risky.

hazard warning

Be aware of multiple greenside bunkers positioned at 374.0 and 396.0 yards - these Robert Trent Jones Sr. signature 'daunting green-side bunkers' guard the putting surface.

approach

Plan your approach to the substantial 5,436 square foot green (24y x 41y) by noting pin position - this large putting surface offers multiple target areas for different approach angles.

approach

From an ideal 220-yard tee shot position, you'll face a 236-yard approach to this challenging par 4 - club selection is critical given the greenside bunkers at 374 and 396 yards.

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This 456-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 456-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 9?

This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4, water in play, heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 9?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers; water at 383.8 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 9?

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 9?

This hole is one of the tougher holes where par feels like birdie. A challenging par 4. Accept that bogey happens and avoid big numbers.

Can I practice hole 9 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 456-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 →