Hole 17 at Cherokee Town & Country Club (North)

Par 4 • 429 Yards • Atlanta, Georgia

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Cherokee Town & Country Club (North) hole 17 presents a demanding 429-yard par 4 that serves as a true test late in the round. This straight-away challenge offers no reprieve from hazards, placing premium emphasis on precision and course management. The tee shot must find the optimal position on a fairway that rewards accuracy over distance, setting up the crucial approach to a small, well-protected green complex. With its number 6 handicap ranking, this hole demands respect from golfers at every skill level. The absence of major hazards might seem forgiving, but the compact green requires pinpoint iron play to avoid difficult recovery shots. Strategic positioning becomes paramount as players navigate this classic risk-reward scenario in Atlanta's prestigious golfing landscape.

Tees:

429y381y

Green:25y × 32y

Fairway @250y:12y wide

6 Bunkersright dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 429 yds
Green: 4752 sq ft
Bunkers: 6
Course Slope: 134
Course Rating: 73.5

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

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Exercise extreme caution off the tee as the fairway is exceptionally narrow at just 12 yards wide at both the 200 and 250-yard marks. Consider hitting a hybrid or long iron to ensure accuracy over distance.

hazard warning

Bunkers positioned at 215.8 yards create a significant hazard in the prime landing area. Plan your tee shot to either lay up short of this distance or carry well beyond it with precise placement.

approach

With 429 total yards and bunkers at 215.8 yards, expect a mid-to-long iron approach shot of approximately 200+ yards to reach this green. Club selection is critical given the distance remaining.

green

Target the center of this moderately-sized green measuring 4,752 square feet (25x32 yards). The green provides a reasonable target size, but precision is still required given the lengthy approach shot.

tee shot

Since the fairway maintains the same 12-yard width from 200 to 250 yards, there's no advantage to bombing your drive. Focus on accuracy and position yourself for the best angle into the green.

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This 429-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 429-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

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. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 17?

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 17 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Cherokee Town & Country Club (North). You can play this exact 429-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 →