Hole 4 at Congressional Country Club (Gold Course)

Par 4 • 421 Yards • Bethesda, Maryland

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The 4th hole at Congressional's Gold Course presents a classic test of precision and course management that exemplifies the strategic design principles found throughout this storied venue. With its compact green demanding accuracy over distance, this hole rewards thoughtful club selection and disciplined execution rather than aggressive play.

Tees:

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Green:28y × 26y

Fairway @250y:39y wide

2 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 421 yds
Green: 4564 sq ft
Bunkers: 2
Course Slope: 134
Course Rating: 73.2

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the center-left of the fairway on your tee shot to maximize room for error. The fairway is generous at 54 yards wide at the 200-yard mark, giving you plenty of space to work with off the tee.

tee shot

Be aware that the fairway narrows significantly as you get closer to the green - from 54 yards wide at 200 yards to just 38 yards at 250 yards. Longer hitters should consider club selection carefully to avoid driving into the narrower section.

approach

Plan your approach shot carefully to this compact green measuring just 28 yards by 26 yards (4,564 sq ft). The small target demands precision, so take one more club and swing smoothly for better distance control.

hazard warning

Two greenside bunkers positioned at 402.8 and 410.6 yards from the tee guard the putting surface. These are right at approach distance, so factor them into your club selection and aim for the center of the green to avoid short-sided trouble.

approach

From 421 yards, most players will have a mid-to-short iron into this green after a solid drive. The green's modest dimensions of 28x26 yards reward accurate approach shots - focus on finding the correct tier rather than attacking pins.

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This 421-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

Focus on getting your approach inside 20 feet. Two putts from there and you walk away with par.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 421-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.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 4?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 4?

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 4?

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 4 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Congressional Country Club (Gold Course). You can play this exact 421-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 →