Hole 3 at Medinah Country Club (Course 3)

Par 4 • 412 Yards • Medinah, Illinois

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The 3rd hole at Medinah's storied Course No. 3 presents an early test of precision and course management on this championship layout. This straightforward par-4 demands accuracy from tee to green, setting the tone for the strategic challenges that have made Medinah a favorite venue for major championships.

Tees:

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Green:25y × 26y

Fairway @250y:37y wide

5 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 412 yds
Green: 3441 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 152
Course Rating: 78.3

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This hole presents an unusual strategic challenge with no fairway at 200 yards from the tee, forcing you to either lay up short or carry to the 250-yard landing area where the fairway opens to 37 yards wide. Most golfers should consider a conservative tee shot with a mid-iron or hybrid to stay short of the trouble.

approach

If you successfully reach the fairway at 250 yards, you'll have approximately 162 yards remaining to a compact green measuring just 25 by 26 yards. The small target demands precision with your approach club selection - typically a 7 or 8-iron depending on conditions.

hazard warning

Three bunkers protect this hole at critical distances: one at 299 yards (reachable for long hitters), and two greenside bunkers at 400 and 410 yards. The bunker at 299 yards is particularly dangerous as it sits right in the gap where there's no fairway at 200 yards.

green

The green's modest size of 3,441 square feet (roughly 25x26 yards) makes it one of the smaller targets you'll face. Focus on hitting to the center of the green rather than attacking pin positions, as the margin for error is minimal on this compact putting surface.

tee shot

With the landing zone showing 0 yards from the tee, this indicates a significant carry or forced layup situation. Consider this a strategic par 4 where course management trumps distance - take your medicine with a shorter tee shot and rely on a precise approach to this 412-yard hole.

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This 412-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

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

How difficult is hole 3?

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 3?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers; water at 105.4 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 3?

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

What's a good score on hole 3?

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 3 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 412-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 →