Hole 4 at Poppy Hills Golf Course

Par 5 • 550 Yards • Pebble Beach, California

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Hole 4 at Poppy Hills presents a strategic par 5 carved through the towering Monterey Pines of the Del Monte Forest. This beautifully restored hole showcases the course's signature character, where precision and patience are rewarded amid the natural splendor of the Del Monte setting.

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Green:40y × 36y

Fairway @250y:50y wide

6 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 550 yds
Green: 6662 sq ft
Bunkers: 6

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This 550-yard par 5 rewards an aggressive tee shot, as the fairway actually widens from 42 yards at the 200-yard mark to 50 yards at 250 yards. Big hitters should take advantage of this generous landing area to set up a potential eagle opportunity.

hazard warning

Beware of the strategically placed bunker at 229.6 yards - it sits right in the prime landing zone for most golfers' drives. Club selection is crucial here; consider laying up short or bombing it past this hazard.

approach

The second bunker at 282.3 yards creates a strategic decision point for your layup shot. Position your second shot to avoid this hazard while leaving yourself an ideal distance to attack the pin on your third shot.

approach

A greenside bunker at 424.4 yards guards the putting surface, making distance control critical on your approach shot. The generous green size of 6,662 square feet (40x36 yards) gives you room to work with, so focus on avoiding the sand.

green

With a large green measuring 40 yards by 36 yards, pin position becomes crucial for scoring. The expansive putting surface carved through Poppy Hills' towering Monterey Pines allows for aggressive approaches when the pin is accessible.

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Scoring Tip

Scoring on par 5s starts with a smart second shot. Laying up to your favorite wedge distance gives you the best birdie chance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can this par 5 be reached in two?

At 550 yards, A true three-shot hole for most players. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge distance.

How difficult is hole 4?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 4?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 4?

The green is fairly large with multiple pin positions. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.

What's a good score on hole 4?

This hole is a true three-shot hole where birdie requires execution. This longer par 5 demands patience. Two good shots set up the scoring opportunity.

Can I practice hole 4 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Poppy Hills Golf Course. You can play this exact par 5 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 →