Hole 18 at Medinah Country Club (Course 3)

Par 4 • 449 Yards • Medinah, Illinois

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The 18th hole at Medinah's legendary No. 3 Course serves as a fitting finale to one of golf's most storied championship venues. This demanding par-4 tests every aspect of a golfer's game, requiring both precision and nerve to close out a round on a course that has challenged the world's best since hosting its first major championship in 1949.

Tees:

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Green:30y × 25y

Fairway @250y:40y wide

5 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 449 yds
Green: 3658 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 152
Course Rating: 78.3

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Position your tee shot carefully in the 200-yard landing zone where the fairway is 36 yards wide. This dogleg-right demands precision as you're playing over the edge of Lake Kadijah, so favor the left side of the fairway to set up the best angle for your approach.

approach

From the optimal driving position, you'll have approximately 249 yards remaining to a compact green measuring just 30 yards by 25 yards. The green's small target area of 3,658 square feet demands accuracy over distance, so choose a club you can control rather than your longest iron.

hazard warning

Three strategic bunkers guard the green complex at 429.5, 421.4, and 442.8 yards from the tee. The bunker at 421.4 yards is particularly dangerous as it sits right in the approach landing zone - plan your club selection to either carry it safely or lay up short.

tee shot

Consider playing conservatively off the tee on this 449-yard par 4. The fairway widens to 40 yards at the 250-yard mark, but the dogleg-right and water hazard make accuracy more important than maximum distance.

green

The green's narrow 25-yard depth makes pin position crucial for approach strategy. With such a compact target, focus on the center of the green rather than attacking pins, especially when the flag is tucked near the edges of this 30-yard wide putting surface.

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Scoring Tip

When water is in play, commit to a conservative target. A bogey beats a big number every time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 449-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 18?

This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: water in play, heavily bunkered, small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 18?

Key hazards include: 3 greenside bunkers; water at 19.1 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 18?

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

Which side of the fairway is safer on hole 18?

Aim for the left side of the fairway when possible. Missing right (water) brings more trouble into play.

What's a good score on hole 18?

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 18 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Medinah Country Club (Course 3). You can play this exact 449-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 →