Hole 3 at Doral Golf Resort and Spa 'The Blue monster'

Par 4 • 438 Yards • Miami, Florida

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The third hole at Doral's legendary Blue Monster presents a strategic challenge that embodies the course's renowned difficulty and dramatic character. This par 4 demands precision and course management, continuing the relentless test that has made the Blue Monster famous worldwide since Alfred Kaskel's 1962 creation.

Tees:

438y383y357y305y

Green:33y × 19y

Fairway @250y:40y wide

1 BunkerWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 438 yds
Green: 3984 sq ft
Bunkers: 1
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 135
Course Rating: 75.6

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Position your tee shot carefully on this 438-yard par 4, as the fairway is relatively narrow at just 33 yards wide at the 200-yard mark. This requires precision over distance to set up your approach.

approach

Target the center of the compact 3,984 square foot green (33y x 19y) rather than chasing pins. The green's narrow 19-yard depth leaves little margin for error on approach shots.

tee shot

Consider laying up to the 250-yard mark where the fairway opens up to 40 yards wide, giving you better positioning and angle for your approach shot to the small target.

hazard warning

Be aware of bunkers positioned at 304.9 yards from the tee. While likely not in play for most golfers on this 438-yard hole, longer hitters should account for their placement when selecting clubs.

approach

With the green measuring only 3,984 square feet, club selection and distance control are critical. The grassed-down bunker faces around this Blue Monster green mean recovery shots require precise technique.

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This 438-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 438-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 3?

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

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 3?

Key hazards include: water at 301.3 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 3?

The green is small and requires precision. The green is wider than it is deep, rewarding shots that find the correct tier. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 3?

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 3 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Doral Golf Resort and Spa 'The Blue monster'. You can play this exact 438-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 →