Hole 15 at Harding Park Golf Course (18)

Par 4405 Yards • San Francisco, California

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The 15th hole at TPC Harding Park showcases the classic design principles of Willie Watson, who also crafted the renowned Olympic Club layout when this historic San Francisco course opened in 1925. This straightforward par 4 demands precision and course management as players navigate toward the green complex. It represents the solid, no-nonsense golf architecture that has tested players for nearly a century.

Tees:
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Green:32y × 33y
Fairway @250y:45y wide
1 Bunker dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par
4
Yardage
405 yds
Green
5166 sq ft
Bunkers
1
Course Slope
126
Course Rating
72.8

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

With the fairway widening from 40 yards at 200 yards to 45 yards at 250 yards, longer hitters can take advantage of the extra room by carrying their drive past the 200-yard mark. This signature finishing hole rewards aggressive driving with better angles into the green.

approach

From a well-positioned drive, you'll face a mid-iron approach into a generous 5,166 square foot green measuring 32 yards in both directions. The large target allows for aggressive pin-hunting, especially important on this acclaimed closing hole.

hazard warning

Be aware of bunkers positioned at 384.7 yards from the tee - while most golfers won't reach them off the tee, they could come into play on approach shots or for exceptionally long drivers in favorable conditions.

tee shot

At 405 yards for this par 4, position is more important than distance. Focus on finding the fairway within that 40-yard width at the 200-yard mark to set up the best angle for your approach to this championship finishing hole.

green

The square-shaped green at 32 yards by 32 yards offers multiple pin positions and recovery options. Use the generous size to your advantage by aiming for the center of the green and letting your approach shot release toward the flag.

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This 405-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

Focus on getting your approach inside 20 feet. Two putts from there and you walk away with par.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 405-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.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 15?

Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker. 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 demanding hole where bogey is not unusual. This longer par 4 will test most golfers. Focus on position over distance.

Can I practice hole 15 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Harding Park Golf Course (18). You can play this exact 405-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

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