Hole 16 at Briarwood Country Club

Par 4 • 407 Yards • Deerfield, Illinois

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The 16th hole at Briarwood Country Club presents a deceptively challenging 407-yard par 4 that demands both precision and course management. This straight-away layout may appear straightforward from the tee, but the small green complex becomes the focal point of strategy as golfers navigate this handicap-4 test. With no significant hazards guarding the fairway, players can be aggressive off the tee, but the approach shot requires surgical precision to find the compact putting surface. The absence of bunkers or water doesn't diminish the challenge – instead, it places premium emphasis on distance control and green-reading skills. This hole rewards golfers who can execute under pressure, making it a true test of accuracy in the closing stretch at Briarwood Country Club.

Tees:

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Green:25y × 33y

Fairway @250y:24y wide

7 Bunkersleft dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 407 yds
Green: 5213 sq ft
Bunkers: 7
Course Slope: 130
Course Rating: 73.2

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Position your tee shot carefully as the fairway is extremely narrow at just 12 yards wide at the 200-yard mark. Consider laying up with a mid-iron or hybrid to stay short of this pinch point and leave a longer but safer approach shot.

hazard warning

Bunkers positioned at 217.8 yards create a significant hazard zone. If you're a longer hitter, be aware that driver could easily find these traps, making course management crucial off the tee.

tee shot

For aggressive players, if you can carry the bunkers at 217.8 yards, the fairway opens up to 24 yards wide at 250 yards, providing a much better angle and shorter approach to this 407-yard par 4.

approach

The green measures 25 yards by 33 yards (5,213 square feet), offering a reasonably sized target. From the optimal 250-yard position, you'll have approximately 157 yards remaining to a generous green surface.

green

With green dimensions of 25 yards by 33 yards, club selection should prioritize the correct distance over pin hunting. The green's substantial size means getting on the putting surface is more important than attacking tight pin positions.

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This 407-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 407-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 16?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

How big is the green on hole 16?

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 16?

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 16 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Briarwood Country Club. You can play this exact 407-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 →