Hole 17 at Seminole Golf Club

Par 3 • 175 Yards • North Palm Beach, Florida

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Seminole Golf Club hole 17 presents a deceptively challenging par 3 that epitomizes the strategic brilliance of this legendary North Palm Beach layout. From the elevated tee, golfers face a precise 175-yard carry to a small, well-guarded green that demands both accuracy and proper club selection. The absence of major hazards might suggest simplicity, but the compact target and coastal winds that frequently sweep across this Donald Ross masterpiece create their own formidable challenge. The green's subtle contours punish wayward approaches, making distance control paramount. This hole perfectly captures Seminole's reputation for rewarding precise shotmaking while penalizing the overconfident, serving as a stern test before the dramatic finishing hole that has challenged champions for nearly a century.

Tees:

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Green:19y × 44y

9 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 3
Yardage: 175 yds
Green: 4812 sq ft
Bunkers: 9
Course Slope: 143
Course Rating: 73.6

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This 175-yard par 3 demands precise club selection and commitment to your target line, as there's no fairway to bail out to if you come up short.

hazard warning

Beware of bunkers positioned at 186.9 yards - while slightly past the pin, aggressive pin-seeking shots that fly long will find sand.

green

The generous 4,812 square foot green (19 yards wide by 44 yards deep) offers a large target, so focus on smooth tempo and solid contact over trying to get too cute with pin placement.

approach

With the green measuring 44 yards deep, club selection is critical - know your distances and take enough club to clear any front hazards while avoiding the back bunkers.

tee shot

Since there's no landing zone or fairway to work with, this is a pure target golf shot - pick your spot on the green and commit fully to reaching it in the air.

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This par 3 is ideal for working on your mid-iron. Launch monitors from $600 let you practice this exact shot with real course data from home.

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Scoring Tip

Short par 3s reward precision. Pick the right club for the front-center of the green and trust your swing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What club should I use on this par 3?

At 175 yards, most golfers will need a mid-iron (7-iron to 8-iron) to reach this green. Adjust for elevation, wind, and pin position.

How difficult is hole 17?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

How big is the green on hole 17?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 17?

This hole is a solid par with birdie chances for precise approach shots. Making par is a good result here. Focus on hitting the green and avoiding three-putts.

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

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Seminole Golf Club. You can play this exact par 3 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 →