Hole 16 at George W. Dunne National Golf Course

Par 4 • 395 Yards • Oak Forest, Illinois

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The 16th hole at George W. Dunne National Golf Course presents a deceptively straightforward par 4 that rewards precision over power. At 395 yards, this straight layout invites aggressive play from the tee, with a generous fairway offering multiple landing zones for golfers of varying abilities. The absence of major hazards creates a false sense of security, making course management the primary challenge. The real test emerges on the approach shot to a small, subtly contoured green that demands accuracy and proper distance control. Players who underestimate this hole's demands for finesse often find themselves struggling with challenging up-and-downs. This strategic gem exemplifies how thoughtful design can create compelling golf without relying on intimidating hazards.

Tees:

395y365y330y295y

Green:40y × 21y

Fairway @250y:12y wide

5 Bunkersright dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 395 yds
Green: 4989 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Course Slope: 135
Course Rating: 75.1

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target your tee shot to carry approximately 200 yards to reach the wider section of fairway, which measures 24 yards across at this distance, giving you a comfortable landing area.

tee shot

Avoid aggressive driving beyond 250 yards where the fairway dramatically narrows to just 12 yards wide - this severely limits your margin for error and increases rough penalties.

hazard warning

Be aware of bunkers positioned at 267 yards from the tee - longer hitters who try to bomb their drive risk finding sand and a difficult recovery shot.

approach

Plan your approach to this par 4 from 395 yards total length - a conservative 200-yard tee shot leaves a manageable mid-iron of approximately 195 yards to the green.

green

Target the center of this generous 4,989 square foot green (40 yards long by 21 yards wide) to avoid trouble - the large putting surface rewards accuracy over pin-hunting on approach shots.

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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 395-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. The green is wider than it is deep, rewarding shots that find the correct tier. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 16?

This hole is a medium-length test where par is a solid result. A straightforward par 4 where course management pays off.

Can I practice hole 16 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for George W. Dunne National Golf Course. You can play this exact 395-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 →