Hole 4 at Seminole Golf Club

Par 4 • 450 Yards • North Palm Beach, Florida

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Seminole Golf Club's fourth hole presents a demanding straight-away par 4 that epitomizes the strategic brilliance of this legendary North Palm Beach layout. At 450 yards, this hole challenges golfers with its deceptively simple appearance while demanding precision from tee to green. The generous fairway invites an aggressive tee shot, but the real test lies in the approach to a small, well-protected green complex that punishes anything less than a perfectly struck iron. With minimal hazards cluttering the landscape, success depends entirely on course management and shot execution. The hole's understated elegance reflects Seminole's reputation as a pure test of golf, where strategic thinking trumps raw power in this timeless design masterpiece.

Tees:

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Green:23y × 34y

Fairway @250y:24y wide

7 Bunkersleft dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 450 yds
Green: 4525 sq ft
Bunkers: 7
Course Slope: 143
Course Rating: 73.6

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target your tee shot to carry 200 yards where the fairway is at its widest point of 36 yards, giving you the best angle and room for error on this demanding par 4.

tee shot

Avoid the aggressive 250-yard drive as the fairway pinches dramatically to just 24 yards wide, significantly increasing your risk of finding trouble.

approach

From a 200-yard tee shot position, you'll face a challenging 250-yard approach to reach this 450-yard par 4 - consider laying up short of the bunkers for a more manageable third shot.

hazard warning

Be aware of bunkers positioned at 375 yards from the tee - any approach shot from the 200-yard landing area will need to carry or avoid these hazards.

green

The green measures 23 yards by 34 yards (4,525 sq ft), providing a reasonably sized target, but precision is still key given the length of approach shots required on this hole.

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This 450-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 450-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 4?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

How big is the green on hole 4?

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 4?

This hole is one of the tougher holes where par feels like birdie. A challenging par 4. Accept that bogey happens and avoid big numbers.

Can I practice hole 4 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 450-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 →