Hole 6 at Chicago Golf Club

Par 4 • 432 Yards • Wheaton, Illinois

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Chicago Golf Club's 6th hole presents a deceptively straightforward 432-yard par 4 that embodies the understated elegance of America's oldest 18-hole course. This straight-away design challenges players with its honest, no-nonsense approach through tree-lined corridors that demand precision over power. The absence of traditional hazards shifts focus to course management and accuracy, as the narrow fairway punishes wayward tee shots with difficult recovery angles. The small green complex becomes the hole's primary defense, requiring a well-struck approach shot to find the putting surface. What makes this hole memorable is its pure test of fundamental golf skills – rewarding those who can execute two solid shots while exposing any weaknesses in technique or strategy.

Tees:

432y407y

Green:24y × 24y

Fairway @250y:12y wide

right dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 432 yds
Green: 3888 sq ft
Course Slope: 131
Course Rating: 75.4

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target a controlled tee shot to the 200-yard mark where the fairway is at its widest point of 24 yards, giving you the best angle and lie for your approach shot.

tee shot

Avoid the temptation to bomb your drive past 250 yards where the fairway dramatically narrows to just 12 yards wide - the risk of finding trouble isn't worth the shorter approach.

approach

From the ideal 200-yard landing zone, you'll have a manageable approach shot of around 230 yards to a generous green measuring 24 yards in both directions.

green

The large 3,888 square foot green provides plenty of target area, so focus on hitting the center rather than attacking pins - two-putting from anywhere on this green should be very manageable.

tee shot

On this 432-yard par 4, course management is key - a 200-yard tee shot leaves you perfectly positioned with a mid-iron approach rather than risking the narrow 250-yard zone.

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This 432-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

Focus on getting your approach inside 20 feet. Two putts from there and you walk away with par.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 432-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: small green.

How big is the green on hole 6?

The green is small and requires precision. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 6?

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 6 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Chicago Golf Club. You can play this exact 432-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 →