Hole 8 at World Woods Golf Club 'Pine Barrens Course'
Par 4 • 402 Yards • Brooksville, Florida
The eighth hole at World Woods' Pine Barrens showcases Tom Fazio's strategic design philosophy with a green heavily protected by bunkers down the right side. This challenging par-4 demands precision and course management, exemplifying the layout's requirement for varied shot-making carved through the dramatic pine forest terrain.
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Hole Stats
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 402 yds
- Green
- 5125 sq ft
- Bunkers
- 2
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Target the center-left portion of the fairway with your tee shot, as the fairway widens significantly from 55 yards at the 200-yard mark to 65 yards at 250 yards, giving longer hitters more room to work with.
Be aware of the fairway bunker positioned at 132.9 yards from the tee - while not a major concern for most drives, shorter hitters or mishit tee shots could find this sand trap.
Plan your approach to this compact 5,125 square foot green (22 yards by 42 yards) carefully - the green's relatively small size demands precision with your second shot on this 402-yard par 4.
Stay alert for the greenside bunker positioned at 350.3 yards from the tee, which protects the putting surface and can catch approach shots that are slightly off-target.
With the hole measuring 402 yards total and a greenside bunker at 350.3 yards, most golfers will face a short iron or wedge approach of roughly 50-80 yards - perfect distance to attack the pin on this manageable par 4.
This 402-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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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best strategy off the tee?
For this 402-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.
How difficult is hole 8?
This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.
What hazards should I watch out for on hole 8?
Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.
How big is the green on hole 8?
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 8?
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 8 on a golf simulator at home?
Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for World Woods Golf Club 'Pine Barrens Course'. You can play this exact 402-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 →
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Hole Stats
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 402 yds
- Green
- 5125 sq ft
- Bunkers
- 2
Navigate
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A rangefinder takes the guesswork out of your approach into the green.
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