Hole 10 at Palos Verdes Golf Club
Par 4 • 364 Yards • Palos Verdes Peninsula, California
The 10th hole at Palos Verdes Golf Club presents a deceptively straightforward par 4 that rewards precision over power. At 364 yards, this straight-away hole may appear generous from the tee, but the small green demands surgical accuracy on the approach shot. The absence of major hazards creates a false sense of security—while wayward tee shots find forgiving rough, the real challenge lies in the demanding green complex. Players must carefully calibrate their approach distance and trajectory to hold the compact putting surface. This classic risk-reward hole epitomizes strategic golf design, where course management and shot execution matter more than raw distance, making it a true test of a golfer's complete game.
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Hole Stats
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 364 yds
- Green
- 2868 sq ft
- Bunkers
- 1
- Course Slope
- 130
- Course Rating
- 71.3
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Exercise extreme caution off the tee as the fairway completely disappears at 250 yards, making driver a risky play. Consider a controlled 3-wood or hybrid to stay short of trouble.
Target your tee shot to land around 200 yards where the fairway is only 12 yards wide - precision is more important than distance on this tight driving hole.
Be aware of bunkers positioned at 205 yards from the tee - these hazards sit right in the prime landing area and must be factored into club selection.
With the hole playing 364 yards total, a well-positioned tee shot around 200 yards leaves a manageable mid-iron approach of approximately 160 yards to the green.
The green measures 34 yards deep by 26 yards wide (2868 sq ft), providing a decent target size - focus on hitting the correct tier based on pin position.
This 364-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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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best strategy off the tee?
For this 364-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.
How difficult is hole 10?
This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.
How big is the green on hole 10?
The green is small and requires precision. The green is wider than it is deep, rewarding shots that find the correct tier. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.
What's a good score on hole 10?
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 10 on a golf simulator at home?
Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Palos Verdes Golf Club. You can play this exact 364-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
- 364 yds
- Green
- 2868 sq ft
- Bunkers
- 1
- Course Slope
- 130
- Course Rating
- 71.3
Recommended Gear
A rangefinder takes the guesswork out of your approach into the green.
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