Hole 17 at Lake Valley Golf Club

Par 4 • 422 Yards • Longmont, Colorado

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The 17th hole at Lake Valley Golf Club presents a deceptively challenging par 4 that demands both precision and course management. This 422-yard straight test features a clean, uncluttered design that places the emphasis squarely on execution rather than hazard navigation. The generous fairway invites an aggressive tee shot, but the small green complex requires a precise approach to score well. What makes this hole particularly intriguing is how its apparent simplicity can quickly punish overconfident play. The compact putting surface rewards accurate iron play and penalizes anything less than committed swings. As one of the more straightforward holes on the back nine, it offers birdie opportunities for those who respect its understated demands while providing a stern test of fundamental golf skills.

Tees:

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Green:23y × 26y

Fairway @250y:51y wide

5 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 422 yds
Green: 3632 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Course Slope: 134
Course Rating: 71.6

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

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target a conservative 200-yard tee shot to the widest part of the fairway, which measures 47 yards across at this distance, giving you plenty of room to work with while avoiding the bunker positioned at 264.8 yards.

approach

From a 200-yard tee shot position, you'll have approximately 222 yards remaining to a compact green measuring just 3,632 square feet (23x26 yards) - use one extra club and focus on accuracy over distance to this small target.

hazard warning

Avoid the aggressive line off the tee - a bunker sits at 264.8 yards, making longer drives risky on this 422-yard par 4, especially since the reward doesn't justify the danger to such a small green.

green

With the green measuring only 23 yards wide by 26 yards deep, precision is critical on your approach shot - aim for the center of the green rather than attacking pin positions to avoid short-siding yourself.

approach

Be aware of the greenside bunkers positioned at 370.7 and 371.3 yards - these guard the small 3,632 square foot putting surface and will severely penalize approach shots that miss the target.

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This 422-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 422-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 17?

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

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 17?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers. 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 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 Lake Valley Golf Club. You can play this exact 422-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 →