Hole 6 at Cherokee Town & Country Club (South)

Par 4 • 455 Yards • Atlanta, Georgia

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Cherokee Town & Country Club (South) hole 6 presents a demanding par 4 that tests precision over power at 455 yards. This straight, no-nonsense layout strips away distractions, focusing attention squarely on execution from tee to green. The absence of traditional hazards makes this hole deceptively challenging, as golfers must navigate a relatively narrow corridor while setting up the ideal approach angle. The small, compact green demands pinpoint accuracy on the second shot, rewarding those who find the fairway's sweet spot off the tee. With its handicap 7 rating, this hole exemplifies strategic golf at its finest, where course management and shot placement triumph over brute force in Atlanta's prestigious Cherokee setting.

Tees:

455y

Green:35y × 28y

Fairway @250y:24y wide

5 Bunkersleft dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 455 yds
Green: 5506 sq ft
Bunkers: 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

Target the center of the fairway with your tee shot, as the fairway maintains a consistent 24-yard width at both the 200 and 250-yard marks, giving you minimal margin for error throughout the landing zone.

hazard warning

Be aware of bunkers positioned at 214.5 yards from the tee - a well-struck driver or aggressive fairway wood could easily find these hazards, so consider club selection carefully based on your typical carry distances.

approach

With 455 total yards on this par 4, most players will face a mid-to-long iron approach shot after a good drive, requiring precise distance control to hit the moderately-sized green.

green

The green measures 35 yards deep by 28 yards wide (5,506 sq ft), providing a reasonable target size but demanding accuracy on your approach shot - aim for the center of the green to avoid short-siding yourself.

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This 455-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 455-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 6?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4.

How big is the green on hole 6?

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 6?

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 6 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Cherokee Town & Country Club (South). You can play this exact 455-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 →