Hole 17 at Torrey Pines Golf Club ' South Course '

Par 4 • 442 Yards • La Jolla, California

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The penultimate hole at Torrey Pines South presents a strategic test that has challenged PGA Tour professionals during the Farmers Insurance Open for decades. Originally designed by William Bell Sr., this par-4 demands precision off the tee to avoid the prominent fairway bunker and set up an approach to the elevated, undulating green.

Tees:

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Green:31y × 32y

Fairway @250y:33y wide

4 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 442 yds
Green: 5656 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 143
Course Rating: 78.1

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Bunkers everywhere — a versatile wedge is your scoring club on this hole.

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Execute a high draw off the tee to avoid the fairway bunker positioned 275 yards out on the right side. This shot shape will utilize the 33-yard fairway width at 250 yards and set up an optimal approach angle.

tee shot

Target the left-center of the fairway at the 200-yard mark where the fairway is 31 yards wide, providing a safe landing area while avoiding both the right-side bunker and any left rough.

approach

From the ideal driving position, you'll face a middle-to-short iron approach shot into an elevated green measuring 30 yards by 32 yards - focus on club selection that accounts for the elevation change.

green

The green's 5,656 square feet provides ample target area, but it's severely undulating - prioritize getting below the hole position as uphill putts will be more manageable on this challenging surface.

hazard warning

Two bunkers guard the front of the elevated green - with approach shots from 442 yards out, ensure you take enough club to clear these fronting hazards and reach the putting surface.

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This 442-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 442-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 17?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

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 medium-sized with moderate targets. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 17?

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 17 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Torrey Pines Golf Club ' South Course '. You can play this exact 442-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 →