Hole 16 at TPC of Louisiana

Par 4 • 355 Yards • Westwego, Louisiana

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The 16th hole at TPC Louisiana kicks off one of golf's most challenging finishing stretches, presenting a deceptively dangerous short par 4. Water guards the entire left side of this tiny green, creating a classic risk-reward scenario where driving the green offers tantalizing opportunity but severe consequences for the aggressive miss.

Tees:

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Green:19y × 30y

Fairway @250y:41y wide

6 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 355 yds
Green: 3611 sq ft
Bunkers: 6
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 138
Course Rating: 76.6

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

With the fairway widening from 34 yards at 200 yards to 40 yards at 250 yards, longer hitters have more room to work with, but the bunker at 280 yards from the tee creates a strategic decision point - lay up with a 3-wood or hybrid to stay short of trouble.

approach

The green measures only 3,611 square feet (19x30 yards), making it one of the smallest targets you'll face - prioritize accuracy over distance with your approach shot, especially with water hugging the left side as noted in course reviews.

hazard warning

Two greenside bunkers positioned at 359 and 377 yards from the tee guard the tiny green - with only 355 yards total length, these hazards are immediately adjacent to the putting surface and will punish any approach shots that miss their mark.

tee shot

At 355 yards total length, this driveable par-4 tempts aggressive play, but the risk-reward calculation heavily favors laying back to the 200-yard mark where the fairway is 34 yards wide, leaving a comfortable wedge to the small green.

green

With the green dimensions at just 19x30 yards, missing the putting surface means navigating Pete Dye's signature design elements including water left and bunkers right - aim for the center of this postage-stamp green regardless of pin position.

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This 355-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 355-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 16?

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 16?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers; water at 367.6 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 16?

The green is small and requires precision. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 16?

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 16 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for TPC of Louisiana. You can play this exact 355-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 →