Hole 9 at Riviera Country Club, The

Par 4 • 458 Yards • Pacific Palisades, California

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The ninth hole at Riviera Country Club serves as a demanding test as players approach the turn, requiring precision and strategic thinking on this lengthy par 4. With its reputation for challenging even the most skilled professionals, this hole demands respect and careful course management to avoid trouble.

Tees:

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Green:31y × 44y

Fairway @250y:55y wide

7 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 458 yds
Green: 6301 sq ft
Bunkers: 7
Course Slope: 141
Course Rating: 73.9

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

The fairway is generous for your drive, measuring 51 yards wide at the 200-yard mark and expanding to 54 yards at 250 yards. This allows you to be aggressive off the tee to set up a shorter approach to this 458-yard par 4.

approach

With bunkers positioned at 451.5 yards from the tee, they guard the green entrance on this long par 4. Plan your approach carefully as these greenside bunkers will catch shots that come up just short of the putting surface.

green

The green is a substantial target at 6,301 square feet (31 yards by 44 yards), but be aware of the bunker in the middle of the putting surface. This unique feature requires precise approach shots to avoid the central hazard.

approach

At 458 yards, this is a legitimate two-shot hole that demands respect. Most players will need a solid drive and a mid-to-long iron approach, so club selection and course management are crucial for scoring well.

green

Consider the famous Riviera trick shot: you can play your approach halfway up the hill toward the 7th tee, and the ball will roll back down to the pin. This creative option might be useful when the pin is positioned behind the central bunker.

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This 458-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 458-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 9?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 9?

Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 9?

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

What's a good score on hole 9?

This hole is one of the tougher holes where par feels like birdie. A challenging par 4. Accept that bogey happens and avoid big numbers.

Can I practice hole 9 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Riviera Country Club, The. You can play this exact 458-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 →