Hole 4 at Los Serranos Golf & Country Club (North course)
Par 4 • 343 Yards • Chino Hills, California
The fourth hole at Los Serranos Golf & Country Club (North course) presents a deceptively straightforward par 4 that rewards precision over power. At 343 yards, this straight-away layout invites aggressive play, but the small green demands surgical accuracy on the approach shot. The generous fairway allows players to find their preferred angle, yet the compact putting surface punishes wayward iron shots with challenging recovery situations. Without major hazards to navigate, success hinges on club selection and distance control into the diminutive target. This hole epitomizes the strategic nature of Los Serranos' North course, where thoughtful course management trumps brute force, making it a favorite among members who appreciate golf's mental chess match.
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Hole Stats
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 343 yds
- Green
- 3817 sq ft
- Bunkers
- 6
- Course Slope
- 134
- Course Rating
- 73.2
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Exercise extreme caution with driver selection - the fairway completely disappears at 250 yards, making accuracy more critical than distance on this short par 4.
Target your tee shot to land around 200 yards where the fairway is 24 yards wide, giving you the best angle and lie for your approach shot.
Bunkers positioned at 255 yards create a significant hazard for aggressive drives - consider laying up short of this trouble area.
From a 200-yard tee shot position, you'll have approximately 143 yards remaining to a compact green measuring just 26 by 30 yards - prioritize accuracy over power.
The small 3,816 square foot green demands precise iron play - focus on hitting to the center of the green rather than attacking pin positions.
This 343-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.
See launch monitors & simulatorsWith bunkers guarding the green, pick the side with the most room and let the slope feed the ball toward the pin.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best strategy off the tee?
For this 343-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.
How difficult is hole 4?
This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.
How big is the green on hole 4?
The green is small and requires precision. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.
What's a good score on hole 4?
This hole is a birdie opportunity if you find the fairway. This shorter par 4 rewards accuracy off the tee with a short iron approach.
Can I practice hole 4 on a golf simulator at home?
Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Los Serranos Golf & Country Club (North course). You can play this exact 343-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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Hole Stats
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 343 yds
- Green
- 3817 sq ft
- Bunkers
- 6
- Course Slope
- 134
- Course Rating
- 73.2
Navigate
Recommended Gear
Bunkers everywhere — a versatile wedge is your scoring club on this hole.
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