Hole 9 at Los Serranos Golf & Country Club (North course)

Par 4 • 353 Yards • Chino Hills, California

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The closing hole at Los Serranos Golf & Country Club (North course) presents a deceptively challenging finish to your front nine. This 353-yard par 4 features a straightforward layout that demands precision over power, with its compact green serving as the primary defense. The generous fairway welcomes most tee shots, but the approach shot reveals the hole's true character. With no significant hazards to navigate, success hinges entirely on distance control and green reading. The small putting surface punishes wayward approaches, making this seemingly benign hole a stern test of accuracy. It's a classic example of strategic golf design where course management trumps raw distance, providing a memorable conclusion that rewards thoughtful play over aggressive tactics.

Tees:

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Green:31y × 26y

5 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 353 yds
Green: 4412 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Course Slope: 134
Course Rating: 73.2

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This hole demands precision over power - the fairway completely disappears at 250 yards, making driver a risky play. Consider a controlled 3-wood or long iron to stay short of trouble.

tee shot

Target your tee shot to the 200-yard mark where the fairway is only 12 yards wide - this narrow landing area requires exceptional accuracy but sets up the best approach angle.

hazard warning

Bunkers positioned at 256 yards create a significant hazard zone - any tee shot longer than 240 yards risks finding sand, making course management critical.

approach

With the hole playing 353 yards total, a conservative 200-yard tee shot leaves a manageable 153-yard approach - perfect for a mid-iron into the green.

green

The generous green measures 4,412 square feet (31x26 yards), providing a large target for your approach shot - focus on finding the putting surface rather than attacking pins.

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This 353-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 353-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 9?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.

How big is the green on hole 9?

The green is small and requires precision. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 9?

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 9 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 353-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 →