Hole 4 at Broken Sound Club (Old Course)

Par 4 • 346 Yards • Boca Raton, Florida

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The 4th hole at Broken Sound Club's Old Course presents one of the premier birdie opportunities on Rees Jones' redesigned layout. This shorter par-4 rewards aggressive play while demanding precision to navigate the strategic hazards that guard the small green. Smart course management and accurate iron play are essential to capitalize on this scoring chance.

Tees:

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Green:26y × 28y

5 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 346 yds
Green: 3811 sq ft
Bunkers: 5

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This hole presents an unusual challenge with no traditional fairway at standard driving distances. Focus on club selection that keeps you short of the bunker complex beginning at 307.5 yards - consider a 3-wood or hybrid to stay in the 280-300 yard range.

approach

From a conservative tee shot position around 280-300 yards, you'll face a short iron approach of 46-66 yards to the compact 3,811 square foot green. This precision wedge shot requires careful distance control on the small target.

hazard warning

Three bunkers guard the green area at 307.5, 327.8, and 341.1 yards, creating a dangerous zone for aggressive drivers. The narrow 13-yard gap between the closest bunkers demands surgical precision if attempting to drive near the green.

green

The relatively square green dimensions of 26 by 28 yards provide a compact target that rewards accuracy over distance. Pin position will be critical for approach club selection given the tight landing area.

tee shot

With the total hole length of just 346 yards and bunkers starting at 307.5 yards, this short par 4 offers a strategic choice: lay up with iron for a comfortable wedge in, or attempt the risky drive that flirts with the greenside bunkers for a potential eagle putt.

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This 346-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 346-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 4?

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 4?

Key hazards include: 3 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 4?

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

What's a good score on hole 4?

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 4 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 346-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 →