Hole 17 at Spyglass Hill Golf Course

Par 4 • 325 Yards • Pebble Beach, California

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The 17th hole at Spyglass Hill presents a deceptively challenging short par 4 that demands precision over power. Named after Robert Louis Stevenson's classic novel "Treasure Island," this hole features one of the steepest greens on the course, where keeping your approach below the pin becomes absolutely critical for scoring success.

Tees:

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Green:25y × 23y

Fairway @250y:40y wide

10 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 325 yds
Green: 3304 sq ft
Bunkers: 10
Course Slope: 147
Course Rating: 75.5

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

At just 325 yards, this short par 4 doesn't require driver. Consider hitting 3-wood or long iron to the 200-yard mark where the fairway is a comfortable 35 yards wide, leaving a manageable wedge approach.

approach

The compact green measures only 25 by 23 yards, making precision crucial on your approach shot. Focus on hitting the correct tier and keeping your ball below the hole on this notoriously steep putting surface.

hazard warning

A single fairway bunker sits at 327 yards - just beyond the green. While this won't affect most tee shots, aggressive players attempting to drive the green must account for this hazard protecting the back of the putting surface.

green

With only 3,304 square feet of putting surface, this is one of the smaller greens you'll encounter. The two-tiered design and steep slopes make distance control and proper tier selection absolutely critical for scoring opportunities.

approach

If you lay up to the 200-yard marker, you'll have approximately 125 yards remaining to a 325-yard hole. This leaves you with a comfortable wedge distance to attack the pin, but remember to stay below the hole on the steep putting surface.

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This 325-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 325-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. Key challenges include: small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 17?

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

How big is the green on hole 17?

The green is small and requires precision. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 17?

This hole is a birdie opportunity if you find the fairway. This shorter par 4 rewards accuracy off the tee with a short iron approach.

Can I practice hole 17 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Spyglass Hill Golf Course. You can play this exact 325-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 →