Hole 16 at Sharon Heights Golf & Country Club

Par 4 • 404 Yards • Menlo Park, California

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Challenging

The 16th hole at Sharon Heights Golf & Country Club presents a demanding uphill challenge that tests both power and precision. This straight par 4 climbs through the club's signature tree-lined corridor, where the rolling terrain and elevation gain demand strategic club selection. The hole epitomizes the course's reputation for prime conditioning and thoughtful design that has earned Sharon Heights its Platinum Club status.

Tees:

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Green:27y × 18y

Fairway @250y:33y wide

3 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 404 yds
Green: 3092 sq ft
Bunkers: 3
Course Slope: 132
Course Rating: 73.5

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Position your tee shot to avoid the fairway bunkers clustered around 178-186 yards. With the fairway measuring 31 yards wide at the 200-yard mark, aim for the center-left portion to give yourself the best angle into this downhill, left-to-right sloping hole.

approach

From your landing area around 200-250 yards out, you'll have a mid-to-short iron into the compact 3,092 square foot green. The green's dimensions of 27 yards deep by 18 yards wide demand precision, especially with the hole's natural left-to-right movement.

hazard warning

Be aware of the greenside bunker positioned at 389.6 yards - likely protecting the right side of this par 4. Given the hole's left-to-right tendency, approach shots can easily drift toward this hazard if not properly controlled.

approach

The fairway actually widens slightly from 31 yards at 200 yards to 33 yards at 250 yards, giving longer hitters a marginal advantage in positioning. However, the compact green size means accuracy trumps distance on your approach shot.

green

With the green measuring just 18 yards wide, club selection is critical on your approach. The relatively shallow target combined with Sharon Heights' tree-lined fairways means missing the green will likely leave you with a challenging recovery shot.

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

How difficult is hole 16?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 16?

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

How big is the green on hole 16?

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 16?

This hole is a demanding hole where bogey is not unusual. This longer par 4 will test most golfers. Focus on position over distance.

Can I practice hole 16 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Sharon Heights Golf & Country Club. You can play this exact 404-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 →