Hole 8 at Rock Creek Park Golf Course

Par 4 • 241 Yards • Washington, District of Columbia

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Rock Creek Park Golf Course hole 8 presents a deceptively challenging short par 4 at just 241 yards that demands precision over power. This straight, no-nonsense layout may appear simple from the tee, but the compact green complex requires surgical accuracy with your approach shot. With minimal hazards to navigate, the primary challenge lies in club selection and distance control, as the small green leaves little margin for error. The hole's 17 handicap ranking reflects its subtlety - longer hitters might be tempted to drive the green, while strategic players will favor a controlled tee shot followed by a precise wedge. Success here rewards course management and short game finesse over raw distance.

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241y230y

Green:15y × 18y

1 Bunkerright dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 241 yds
Green: 1636 sq ft
Bunkers: 1
Course Slope: 112
Course Rating: 62.5

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This extremely short par 4 at only 241 yards requires precision over power - the fairway completely disappears at 250 yards, so any aggressive driver will find trouble.

tee shot

Target the narrow 12-yard fairway corridor at 200 yards with a controlled iron or hybrid - this sets up a comfortable wedge approach while avoiding the severe narrowing ahead.

hazard warning

Bunkers positioned at 236 yards create a significant penalty for any tee shot that carries too far - stay well short of this distance to avoid sand trouble.

approach

From the ideal 200-yard position, you'll have just 41 yards to a compact green measuring only 15x18 yards - use a precise wedge and focus on distance control rather than pin hunting.

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This 241-yard par 4 is ideal for working on your long iron or hybrid. Launch monitors from $600 let you practice this exact shot with real course data from home.

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Scoring Tip

Focus on getting your approach inside 20 feet. Two putts from there and you walk away with par.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 241-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 8?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.

How big is the green on hole 8?

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

What's a good score on hole 8?

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 8 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Rock Creek Park Golf Course. You can play this exact 241-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 →