Hole 9 at Highland Springs Municipal Golf Course

Par 4 • 378 Yards • Rock Island, Illinois

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Highland Springs Municipal Golf Course hole 9 presents a straightforward par 4 that rewards precision over power. At 378 yards, this finishing hole features a generous fairway that invites confident tee shots, allowing golfers to focus on positioning for their approach. The absence of major hazards creates a deceptively simple challenge where course management becomes paramount. The small green demands accurate iron play, as missing the putting surface leaves difficult recovery shots. What makes this hole memorable is its role as the front nine closer – a chance to build momentum or salvage a respectable score before making the turn. Smart golfers will favor accuracy over distance, setting up manageable approach shots to this compact target.

Tees:

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Green:29y × 39y

Fairway @250y:12y wide

3 Bunkersleft dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 378 yds
Green: 6614 sq ft
Bunkers: 3
Course Slope: 129
Course Rating: 72

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target a 200-yard tee shot to stay in the widest part of the fairway, which measures 49 yards across at this distance. This leaves you with a manageable approach while avoiding the severe narrowing ahead.

hazard warning

Avoid aggressive driving beyond 250 yards where the fairway pinches to just 12 yards wide. The risk-reward heavily favors laying back to the safer landing area.

approach

From the 200-yard position, you'll have approximately 178 yards remaining to a generous green measuring 6,614 square feet. This mid-iron approach allows for aggressive pin-hunting on this par 4.

green

The green's substantial dimensions of 29 by 39 yards provide multiple pin positions and bail-out areas. Use the green's size to your advantage by aiming for the center and letting your approach shot release toward the pin.

hazard warning

Bunkers positioned at 339.6 yards are well beyond the fairway's narrow section, but be aware of their placement if you're considering a driver off the tee on this 378-yard hole.

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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 378-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 9?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

How big is the green on hole 9?

The green is fairly large with multiple pin positions. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.

What's a good score on hole 9?

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 9 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Highland Springs Municipal Golf Course. You can play this exact 378-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 →