Hole 9 at Sea Island Golf Club (Seaside)

Par 4 • 410 Yards • Saint Simons Island, Georgia

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The 9th hole at Sea Island's Seaside Course embodies the true spirit of links golf, where the ever-changing coastal winds dictate your strategy and club selection. This classic finishing hole has tested golfers since Bobby Jones himself praised the course's design during his Grand Slam year. Here, reading the wind becomes as crucial as reading the green.

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Green:29y × 32y

Fairway @250y:48y wide

2 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 410 yds
Green: 5293 sq ft
Bunkers: 2
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 139
Course Rating: 72.6

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the 200-yard landing zone where the fairway is only 35 yards wide. In the unpredictable Seaside winds, accuracy trumps distance - a controlled drive sets up the ideal approach angle to this compact green.

approach

With the green measuring just 28 by 32 yards (5,292 sq ft), precision is paramount. The famous Seaside winds can turn a comfortable 7-iron into a gripping 5-iron day - club up and focus on center green.

tee shot

Longer hitters can take advantage of the fairway widening to 48 yards at 250 yards, but beware the bunker positioned at 295.9 yards - in helping winds, even a controlled drive can find trouble.

hazard warning

The bunker at 445.1 yards lurks behind the green on this 410-yard par 4. In strong tailwinds, aggressive approach shots can easily carry through the compact 32-yard deep green into this back trap.

approach

From 410 yards total length, most approaches will be mid-to-short irons, but the 28-yard width of this green demands precise distance control - better to be pin-high and wide than short or long on this wind-swept links.

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Scoring Tip

When water is in play, commit to a conservative target. A bogey beats a big number every time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 410-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 9?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: water in play.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 9?

Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker; water at 269.7 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 9?

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 9?

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 9 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Sea Island Golf Club (Seaside). You can play this exact 410-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 →