Hole 17 at TPC at River Highlands

Par 4 • 420 Yards • Cromwell, Connecticut

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The penultimate hole at TPC at River Highlands presents a deceptively straightforward par 4 that has witnessed countless dramatic moments during the Travelers Championship. This 420-yard test features a generous fairway that invites aggressive driving, but the real challenge emerges on the approach to a small, demanding green complex. Without bunkers or water to distract, players must focus entirely on precision and distance control. The compact putting surface punishes wayward iron shots, requiring pinpoint accuracy to set up birdie opportunities. As golfers stand on the 17th tee with tournament pressure mounting, this seemingly benign hole often separates contenders from pretenders, making it one of the most psychologically challenging tests on the Connecticut layout.

Tees:

420y407y334y249y

Green:33y × 28y

Fairway @250y:66y wide

4 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 420 yds
Green: 5593 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Water: Yes

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target your tee shot to land between 200-250 yards where the fairway widens dramatically from 27 yards to 66 yards wide, giving you maximum room for error and the best angle into the green.

hazard warning

Avoid the fairway bunker at 214.6 yards by either laying up short with a controlled tee shot or carrying it completely with a driver - the narrow 27-yard fairway width at 200 yards makes precision critical.

approach

From the ideal 250-yard landing zone, you'll have approximately 170 yards into a compact green measuring 33x28 yards - club up and aim for the center as this small target (5593 sq ft) leaves little margin for error.

hazard warning

Be aware of the greenside bunker at 354.6 yards - with the green measuring only 28 yards deep, any approach shot that's slightly long could find this hazard.

green

On this 420-yard par 4, prioritize accuracy over distance on your approach to the relatively small 5593 square foot green - two-putting from the center is better than a difficult up-and-down from the fringe.

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This 420-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

When water is in play, commit to a conservative target. A bogey beats a big number every time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 420-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 17?

This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: water in play, heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 17?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers; water at 197.5 yards. 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 TPC at River Highlands. You can play this exact 420-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 →