Encinitas Ranch Golf Course Hole by Hole - 8th Hole

Hole 8 at Encinitas Ranch Golf Course in Encinitas, California is a medium-length par 4 that plays 407 yards from the Championship tees. It has a slight dogleg left with four bunkers guarding the green and a fairway width of 34 yards. The handicap for this hole is 12, making it slightly more difficult than average.

The terrain on Hole 8 can be impacted by local weather conditions throughout the year; during summer months, altitude and temperature can cause balls to fly further while windy days may require golfers to adjust their club selection accordingly. During winter months, temperatures are cooler which may affect ball flight distances as well as greenside bunker placement strategy due to increased roll out potential on shots landing short of the green.

Given an average driving distance of 217 yards off the tee, most golfers would opt for a 3 wood or hybrid here rather than driver in order to keep their ball safely in play and avoid any hazards along the way. A 7 iron should provide enough carry distance for players looking to reach the putting surface with their approach shot given its 140 yard average range and 4% bunkering around the green area measuring 9703 square feet. If you find yourself too far away from pin position after your second shot then consider using your pitching wedge (120 yard avg) instead of trying riskier shots like flop/lob wedges when playing into this hole's sloping green complex guarded by four strategically placed bunkers.