Hole 17 at Pasatiempo Golf Club

Par 4 • 371 Yards • Santa Cruz, California

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The 17th hole at Pasatiempo represents Dr. Alister MacKenzie's architectural brilliance in its purest form, embodying the strategic design principles that made this Santa Cruz masterpiece legendary. This straightaway par 4 opens serenely but demands precision, challenging players with the subtle complexities that define MacKenzie's restored original vision.

Tees:

371y363y357y

Green:50y × 22y

Fairway @250y:42y wide

1 Bunker dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 371 yds
Green: 5809 sq ft
Bunkers: 1
Course Slope: 140
Course Rating: 72.3

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

With the fairway maintaining a consistent 42 yards of width at both 200 and 250 yards, you have generous room to work with off the tee. Take advantage of this downhill lie by using a driver or 3-wood to position yourself in the ideal 200-250 yard range for your approach shot.

hazard warning

Be aware of bunkers positioned at 142.9 yards from the tee. While these shouldn't affect your tee shot with driver or 3-wood, they could come into play if you're laying up or hitting a shorter club off the tee.

approach

At 371 yards total length, most golfers will have a mid to short iron approach shot after a good drive. The downhill nature of this MacKenzie design means your tee shot will likely travel further than normal, leaving you with a manageable approach distance.

green

The green measures 50 yards long by 22 yards wide, creating a relatively narrow target that demands precision with your approach shot. At 5,809 square feet, it's a medium-sized green where club selection and distance control will be crucial for birdie opportunities.

tee shot

This straightaway par-4 opens serenely but demands respect. Use the downhill advantage to gain extra distance, but focus on accuracy to set up the best angle into the narrow 22-yard-wide green for your second shot.

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This 371-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 371-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 17?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

How big is the green on hole 17?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. The green is wider than it is deep, rewarding shots that find the correct tier. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 17?

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 17 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Pasatiempo Golf Club. You can play this exact 371-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 →