Hole 1 at Blythefield Country Club

Par 4 • 450 Yards • Belmont, Michigan

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The adventure begins at Blythefield Country Club's opening hole, where golfers are welcomed to this historic 1928 layout that hosts the annual Meijer LPGA Classic. This straightforward par 4 sets the tone for a classic round through the "quiet fields" that give this venerable Michigan club its name.

Tees:

450y423y423y

Green:24y × 31y

Fairway @250y:24y wide

6 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 450 yds
Green: 4743 sq ft
Bunkers: 6
Course Slope: 140
Course Rating: 74.3

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

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Position your tee shot around 200 yards to take advantage of the widest part of the fairway at 51 yards, giving you maximum margin for error on this demanding par-4.

hazard warning

Beware of the bunker cluster around 372-423 yards from the tee - longer hitters who bomb drives past 300 yards need to account for these hazards in the landing zone.

approach

From a well-positioned drive at 200 yards, you'll face a challenging 250-yard approach to a compact green measuring just 24 by 31 yards - club selection and accuracy are critical.

tee shot

If you're hitting driver and reaching 250+ yards, note that the fairway narrows to just 43 yards wide at the 250-yard mark, demanding precise placement.

green

Target the center of this relatively small green at 4,743 square feet - with bunkers guarding the approach, missing the putting surface will leave difficult recovery shots.

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This 450-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 450-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 1?

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

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 1?

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

How big is the green on hole 1?

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 1?

This hole is one of the tougher holes where par feels like birdie. A challenging par 4. Accept that bogey happens and avoid big numbers.

Can I practice hole 1 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Blythefield Country Club. You can play this exact 450-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 →