Hole 17 at Pelican Golf Club

Par 4 • 375 Yards • Belleair, Florida

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Moderate

Pelican Golf Club hole 17 delivers a compact but cunning test, bending left off the tee to reward golfers who can shape their ball or find the ideal angle from a tight landing area. At 375 yards, this par 4 tempts players to challenge the corner, but a quartet of bunkers guarding the green complex punishes any approach that drifts off-line. The dogleg left demands a well-placed tee shot to open the target, while the surrounding sand hazards frame the putting surface with visual intimidation. Ranked the 12th handicap, this hole blends strategic nuance with scoring opportunity, making it a pivotal moment as the round nears its dramatic close at this historic Belleair layout.

Tees:

375y

Green:23y × 25y

Fairway @250y:80y wide

7 Bunkersleft dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 375 yds
Green: 2904 sq ft
Bunkers: 7

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

At just 375 yards, this par 4 is drivable territory for long hitters, but be cautious: bunkers lurk at 266.7y and 305.8y, directly in the driving zone. Consider a 3-wood or hybrid layup to stay short of 266y if accuracy is a concern.

tee shot

The fairway is generous at 250y (80 yards wide), but narrows to 64 yards at the 200y mark. Aggressive drives should aim to carry past 200y to take advantage of the wider landing area beyond.

hazard warning

Three bunkers guard the hole between 266.7y and 343y, creating a gauntlet for big hitters attempting to reach the green in one. Players laying up should target landing zones short of 266y or bomb it past 343y to avoid all three.

approach

With a small green (2904 sq ft, 23y x 25y), precision is critical on the approach. Favor mid-irons for control over distance, especially if your layup leaves 100+ yards to the pin.

green

Given the compact 23y x 25y green dimensions, take note of pin position before committing to an aggressive line off the tee—missing the small target leaves difficult recovery shots from surrounding rough or bunkers.

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

How difficult is hole 17?

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 17?

Key hazards include: 4 greenside bunkers. 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.

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Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Pelican Golf Club. You can play this exact 375-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 →