Hole 18 at Seminole Golf Club

Par 4 • 417 Yards • North Palm Beach, Florida

Enhanced Content

Challenging

Seminole Golf Club's 18th hole provides a fitting finale to one of America's most revered golf courses, where legends like Ben Hogan once honed their craft. This straight par 4 stretches 417 yards through the coastal Florida landscape, demanding precision over power. The tee shot must find the generous fairway, setting up a crucial approach shot to a small, well-protected green that rewards accuracy above all else. With minimal hazards cluttering the hole, success depends entirely on execution and course management. The green's compact size makes distance control paramount, as even slight miscalculations can leave challenging recovery shots. This deceptively simple closing hole embodies Seminole's understated brilliance, where strategic thinking and precise shotmaking determine the outcome of your round at this legendary Donald Ross masterpiece.

Tees:

417y398y369y340y

Green:25y × 38y

Fairway @250y:24y wide

12 Bunkersleft dogleg

Loading map...

Seminole Golf Club

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Play This Course at Home

Practice Seminole Golf Club Year-Round

Launch monitors from $600 and simulators from $2,500 include real course data. Play every hole without leaving home.

Browse Launch Monitors & Simulators

Amazon · Top brands compared · Free returns on most items

We may earn a commission when you buy through links on this page, at no extra cost to you.

Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 417 yds
Green: 4372 sq ft
Bunkers: 12
Course Slope: 143
Course Rating: 73.6

Navigate

Hole 17

Par 3 • 175y

Back to Seminole Golf Club View Full Scorecard

Recommended Gear

Bunkers everywhere — a versatile wedge is your scoring club on this hole.

Shop Wedges →

Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target a conservative tee shot to the 200-yard mark where the fairway is only 12 yards wide - this narrow corridor requires precision over distance to avoid trouble

hazard warning

Be aware of bunkers positioned at 219 yards - laying up short of this distance with a controlled iron or hybrid keeps you in the safe zone

tee shot

Longer hitters can take advantage of the fairway widening to 24 yards at the 250-yard mark, but must carry the bunkers at 219 yards to reach this expanded landing area

approach

From a 200-yard tee shot position, you'll face a 217-yard approach to a moderately-sized green measuring 4,372 square feet - plan for a mid-to-long iron second shot

green

The green's rectangular shape at 25 by 38 yards offers different pin positions - use the green's depth to your advantage when the pin is tucked in corners

train this shot at home

This 417-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.

See launch monitors & simulators

Scoring Tip

With bunkers guarding the green, pick the side with the most room and let the slope feed the ball toward the pin.

Play Seminole Golf Club from Your Living Room

Launch monitors and simulators now include real course data. Practice your strategy on every hole before your round — or just for fun.

Compare Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 417-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach. Be mindful of the bunker at 219.4 yards if you hit driver.

How difficult is hole 18?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 18?

Key hazards include: fairway bunker at 219.4-219.4 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 18?

The green is small and requires precision. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

Which side of the fairway is safer on hole 18?

Aim for the left side of the fairway when possible. Missing right brings more trouble into play.

What's a good score on hole 18?

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 18 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 417-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 →