Hole 15 at Half Moon Bay Golf Links (Ocean Course)

Par 4 • 385 Yards • Half Moon Bay, California

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The 15th hole at Half Moon Bay's Ocean Course marks the beginning of Arthur Hills' spectacular three-hole closing stretch that brings Scottish seaside golf to the California coast. This strategic par-4 demands precision as it sets up the dramatic finale alongside the Pacific Ocean. For most golfers, careful positioning off the tee is essential to navigate this challenging penultimate hole.

Tees:

385y367y357y336y292y

Green:30y × 30y

Fairway @250y:29y wide

4 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 385 yds
Green: 4999 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 129
Course Rating: 72.5

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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 center of the fairway with your tee shot, as the landing zone offers a generous 32-yard width at the 200-yard mark. This positions you perfectly for your approach while avoiding the fairway bunkers.

approach

Plan your approach carefully to this compact green measuring just 30 yards by 30 yards (4,999 sq ft). The small target demands precision, so take one extra club and focus on hitting the center of the green rather than attacking pins.

hazard warning

Be aware of the greenside bunkers positioned at 371 and 359 yards from the tee. These guard the front and sides of the green, making distance control crucial on your approach shot to this 385-yard hole.

tee shot

Consider laying back with a 3-wood or hybrid if you're a longer hitter, as the fairway narrows slightly to 29 yards at the 250-yard mark. This ensures you stay in the short grass for your approach.

approach

With the hole measuring 385 yards total, most golfers will have a mid-to-short iron approach shot. The key is avoiding the bunker at 228 yards from the tee, which sits well short of the green and shouldn't factor into your second shot strategy.

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This 385-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 385-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 15?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 15?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 15?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 15?

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 15 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Half Moon Bay Golf Links (Ocean Course). You can play this exact 385-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 →