Hole 9 at Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club

Par 3 • 203 Yards • Arcadia, Michigan

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The 9th hole at Arcadia Bluffs serves as a dramatic conclusion to the front nine, playing away from Lake Michigan with the wind often at your back. This deceptive par 3 appears downhill but actually plays slightly uphill, featuring a treacherous false front that repels short shots into a collection area below.

Tees:

203y176y162y134y

Green:54y × 35y

1 Bunker dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 3
Yardage: 203 yds
Green: 10557 sq ft
Bunkers: 1
Course Slope: 147
Course Rating: 75.4

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Recommended Gear

A hybrid or long iron makes this long par 3 far more manageable off the tee.

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This 203-yard par 3 plays slightly uphill despite appearing downhill, so take one extra club to account for the elevation change and potential headwind when playing away from Lake Michigan.

green

The green features a prominent false front that will reject short shots into the collection area below. Aim for the middle or back portion of this 10,557 square foot green to avoid the short-side penalty.

hazard warning

Bunkers positioned at 167.8 yards from the tee guard the front approaches to the green. These hazards, combined with the false front, make coming up short particularly penal on this hole.

approach

With the fairway narrowing to just 16 yards at the 200-yard mark, precision is critical on your tee shot. The generous 54-yard by 35-yard green provides a good target, but club selection is key to clear the false front.

green

If you do miss short into the collection area, expect an eye-level pitch shot back up to the putting surface. The 35-yard depth of the green gives you room to be aggressive with recovery shots.

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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 203 yards, most golfers will need a long iron or hybrid (5-iron to 6-iron) to reach this green. Adjust for elevation, wind, and pin position.

How difficult is hole 9?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 3, large green requiring good lag putting.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 9?

Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 9?

The green is large and can play quite long. The green is wider than it is deep, rewarding shots that find the correct tier. Three-putt territory if you don't manage your approach distance well.

What's a good score on hole 9?

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 9 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club. 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 →