Hole 4 at Olympia Fields Country Club (North Course)

Par 4 • 392 Yards • Olympia Fields, Illinois

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Challenging

The fourth hole at Olympia Fields Country Club (North Course) presents a deceptively straightforward par 4 that demands precision over power. This 392-yard test features a generous fairway that invites aggressive tee shots, but the real challenge emerges on the approach to a small, well-protected green complex. Without significant hazards cluttering the landscape, golfers must rely on course management and accurate iron play to score well. The compact putting surface requires careful club selection and precise distance control, as missing the target often leaves difficult recovery shots. What makes this hole memorable is its ability to penalize overconfident play while rewarding thoughtful strategy, embodying the classic design principles that have made Olympia Fields a respected championship venue for over a century.

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Green:23y × 27y

5 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 392 yds
Green: 3833 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Course Slope: 147
Course Rating: 75.2

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Bunkers everywhere — a versatile wedge is your scoring club on this hole.

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Exercise extreme caution off the tee - the fairway completely disappears at 250 yards, making distance control critical for finding the short grass.

tee shot

Target a conservative 200-yard tee shot to the widest part of the fairway, which measures just 12 yards across - prioritize accuracy over distance.

approach

Plan for a long approach shot from the 200-yard landing area, leaving approximately 192 yards to the pin on this 392-yard par 4.

green

Target the center of this moderately-sized green measuring 23 by 27 yards - with 3,833 square feet of putting surface, there's room for error if you avoid the edges.

hazard warning

Be aware of bunkers positioned at 384.5 yards - while not in play for most golfers, aggressive players attempting to drive the green face this sandy penalty.

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This 392-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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 392-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 4?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.

How big is the green on hole 4?

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

What's a good score on hole 4?

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 4 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Olympia Fields Country Club (North Course). You can play this exact 392-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 →