Hole 15 at Hurstbourne Country Club (Championship Course)

Par 3 • 236 Yards • Louisville, Kentucky

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<p>Hole 15 at Hurstbourne Country Club's Championship Course presents a formidable long par 3 that demands precision from the tee. As part of a layout ranked among the state's finest by Golf Digest, this hole rewards disciplined shot-making while punishing any miscalculation in club selection.</p>

Tees:

236y216y205y167y145y

Green:28y × 33y

4 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 3
Yardage: 236 yds
Green: 5158 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 136
Course Rating: 73.8

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

At 236 yards, this par 3 demands a long, accurate strike—typically a hybrid or long iron for most players. Club selection is critical since the green sits at a medium 5,158 sq ft target, leaving little margin for error on distance control.

hazard warning

Two bunkers cluster at 213.0 yards, guarding the front-left and front-right approach to the green. Players hitting anything less than a fully committed long club risk catching sand well short of the putting surface.

hazard warning

A third bunker positioned at 235.9 yards sits just short of the green's edge, essentially matching the hole's full length—aggressive tee shots that come up even slightly short will likely find sand rather than the putting surface.

approach

With the green measuring 28 yards wide by 33 yards deep, favor the center of the target rather than attacking pins tucked near the edges, especially given the surrounding bunker complex at 213–236 yards squeezing the landing area.

green

Because the green falls into the medium category at 5,158 sq ft, precise distance control off the tee is essential—missing the correct yardage by even 10-15 yards can mean a difficult up-and-down from one of the three flanking bunkers.

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Scoring Tip

On long par 3s, hitting the green is a win — don't be afraid to take one extra club and aim center.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What club should I use on this par 3?

At 236 yards, most golfers will need a fairway wood or hybrid to reach this green. Adjust for elevation, wind, and pin position.

How difficult is hole 15?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 3, heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 15?

Key hazards include: 4 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 15?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 15?

This hole is a challenging par where bogey is acceptable. This longer par 3 will test your long iron or hybrid game. Par is a good score.

Can I practice hole 15 on a golf simulator at home?

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