Hole 8 at Blythefield Country Club

Par 4343 Yards • Belmont, Michigan

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The eighth hole at Blythefield Country Club exemplifies the strategic design philosophy that has made this historic venue a worthy host of the LPGA's Meijer Classic since 1928. This mid-length par-4 demands precision over power, rewarding thoughtful course management in the tradition of championship golf.

Tees:
343y343y315y
Green:23y × 21y
Fairway @250y:33y wide
3 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par
4
Yardage
343 yds
Green
2963 sq ft
Bunkers
3
Course Slope
140
Course Rating
74.3

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This short par-4 at 343 yards offers a strategic decision off the tee. With the fairway maintaining a generous 31 yards wide at the 200-yard mark, most golfers can confidently hit driver or 3-wood to set up a short iron approach.

hazard warning

Be aware of the bunker complex around the green area, with hazards positioned at 308.9, 332.3, and 343.0 yards from the tee. The bunker at 343 yards is essentially greenside and will catch any aggressive drives that find the target line.

approach

After a 200-yard tee shot, you'll have approximately 143 yards remaining to a compact green measuring just 2,963 square feet. This small target demands precision with your approach club selection and shot execution.

green

The green's dimensions of 23 yards by 21 yards create a nearly square target that's smaller than average. Focus on hitting to the center of the green rather than attacking pins, as the compact surface leaves little margin for error.

tee shot

Consider laying up with a 200-yard club off the tee to avoid the greenside bunker at 343 yards while still taking advantage of the 33-yard-wide fairway at the 250-yard mark, leaving a comfortable wedge distance to the pin.

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This 343-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 343-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 8?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 8?

Key hazards include: 3 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 8?

The green is small and requires precision. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 8?

This hole is a birdie opportunity if you find the fairway. This shorter par 4 rewards accuracy off the tee with a short iron approach.

Can I practice hole 8 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 343-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

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