Hole 16 at Glen Club, The

Par 4 • 409 Yards • Glenview, Illinois

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Challenging

The Glen Club's 16th hole stands as a testament to strategic golf design, where precision trumps power on this demanding par 4. This signature hole has earned its reputation as one of the course's most challenging tests, requiring thoughtful club selection and accurate approach play to navigate successfully.

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Green:37y × 22y

Fairway @250y:40y wide

5 Bunkers dogleg

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NV5 Invitational

Jul 23–26, 2026 at Glen Club, The. Passes typically start around $75. Prices rise as the tournament approaches.

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 409 yds
Green: 5041 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Course Slope: 136
Course Rating: 75.7

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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 around 200 yards where it's widest at 57 yards. This leaves you with optimal positioning for your approach while avoiding the fairway squeeze that occurs further out.

tee shot

Avoid aggressive drives past 250 yards where the fairway dramatically narrows to just 40 yards wide. The risk-reward heavily favors position over distance on this par 4.

hazard warning

Three greenside bunkers positioned between 337-361 yards from the tee guard the approach. Plan your layup distance carefully to avoid these hazards that can turn a routine par into bogey or worse.

approach

With the green measuring a compact 5,041 square feet (37x22 yards), precision is crucial on your approach shot. Club selection and distance control are more important than power.

green

The relatively narrow 22-yard green depth means approach shots that are long or short will find trouble. Focus on landing your ball in the correct third of the green based on pin position.

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This 409-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.

NV5 Invitational — Jul 23–26, 2026

Watch the NV5 Invitational live at Glen Club, The. Single-day passes, grandstand seats, and hospitality packages available.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 409-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 16?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 16?

Key hazards include: 3 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

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 demanding hole where bogey is not unusual. This longer par 4 will test most golfers. Focus on position over distance.

Can I watch hole 16 at the NV5 Invitational in person?

Yes — the NV5 Invitational at Glen Club, The is one of the PGA Tour's most-attended events, drawing over 200,000 spectators across the week. Hole 16 is a popular viewing spot. StubHub typically lists single-day grounds passes starting around $75–$150, with premium grandstand and hospitality options available for serious fans. Prices tend to climb as the tournament approaches, so buying early often saves 30–40%. Buy NV5 Invitational tickets on StubHub →

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

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Glen Club, The. You can play this exact 409-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 →