Hole 17 at Spyglass Hill Golf Course
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 325 yds
- Stroke index
- 14
- Hazards
- 10 bunkers
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 22 yds deep × 27 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Championship tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Championship tees · Par 4 · 325 yards
The plan for No. 17
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.
Off the tee
The tee shot strategy is refreshingly straightforward - you don't need to unleash the driver here. A controlled mid-iron or hybrid to the center of the fairway sets up the ideal approach angle. The single fairway bunker lurks as the primary hazard to avoid, but with smart club selection and a conservative target line down the middle, this should be easily cleared. Focus on finding the short grass and leaving yourself a comfortable yardage for your approach shot rather than trying to get as close to the green as possible.
Approach & recovery
This is where the hole reveals its true character. The approach shot to this small, two-tiered green requires surgical precision. The golden rule here is keeping your second shot below the hole - with one of the steepest greens on the course, any approach that finishes above the pin leaves you facing a treacherous downhill putt. Study the pin position carefully and err on the side of being short rather than long. A wedge or short iron should provide the control needed to attack specific quadrants of the green based on hole location.
On the green
The putting surface at the 17th demands your full attention and respect. The severe slopes create multiple tiers that can turn routine two-putts into card-wrecking disasters if approached carelessly. Uphill putts, while longer, offer much better control than their downhill counterparts. Read the breaks conservatively and focus on lag putting when facing longer attempts. The key is avoiding the dreaded three-putt by ensuring your first putt finishes below the hole whenever possible.
Watch for
- Greenside bunker (greenside)
Hole 17 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 3,304 sq ft
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 325 yards.
What's the best strategy off the tee?
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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?
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This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.
How big is the green on hole 17?
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The green is small and requires precision. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.
What's a good score on hole 17?
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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.