Hole 17 at Broken Sound Club (Old Course)

Par 4 • 396 Yards • Boca Raton, Florida

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Challenging

Hole 17 at Broken Sound Club's Old Course represents the culmination of Rees Jones' masterful redesign, embodying the course's reputation for challenging conventional South Florida golf. This penultimate hole demands precision and strategic thinking, setting up the drama for the closing stretch of this landmark layout.

Tees:

396y380y354y331y302y

Green:23y × 27y

Fairway @250y:50y wide

7 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 396 yds
Green: 3289 sq ft
Bunkers: 7
Water: Yes

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the center-left of the fairway with your tee shot, as the fairway widens from 47 yards at the 200-yard mark to 50 yards at 250 yards, giving longer hitters more room to work with.

hazard warning

Avoid the bunker complex positioned at 247.8 yards from the tee - this catches aggressive drives that find the right side of the fairway, so favor a controlled fade or straight ball flight.

approach

Plan your approach carefully to the compact 3,289 square foot green measuring just 23 by 27 yards - club selection and accuracy are critical on this smaller target that demands precision over power.

approach

Be aware of the greenside bunkers at 340.9 and 309.4 yards that guard the putting surface - these hazards require you to carry your approach shot the full distance to avoid short-siding yourself.

tee shot

At 396 yards total length, position your drive in the 200-250 yard range to leave yourself with a comfortable mid-iron approach, taking advantage of the fairway's generous 47-50 yard width in the landing area.

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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 396-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, small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 17?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers; water at 213.6 yards. 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 medium-length test where par is a solid result. A straightforward par 4 where course management pays off.

Can I practice hole 17 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Broken Sound Club (Old Course). You can play this exact 396-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 →