Hole 6 at Detroit Golf Club (North)

Par 4 • 372 Yards • Highland Park, Michigan

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Hole 6 at Detroit Golf Club showcases the timeless design principles of legendary architect Donald Ross, recently restored to its original strategic intent. This classic par 4 demands precise positioning off the tee to navigate strategically placed hazards and set up the ideal approach to a well-guarded, undulating green.

Tees:

372y372y351y326y326y291y

Green:27y × 30y

Fairway @250y:49y wide

5 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 372 yds
Green: 4769 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Course Slope: 137
Course Rating: 75

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the left-center of the fairway to avoid the three strategically placed bunkers clustered around 350-367 yards. The fairway widens from 42 yards at 200 yards to 49 yards at 250 yards, giving you more room as you get closer to the green.

approach

With the hole playing into the prevailing wind at 372 yards, most players will have a short iron into the green after a well-positioned drive. The compact green measuring 27x30 yards (4,769 sq ft) demands precision over power.

hazard warning

Long hitters attempting to drive the green must navigate bunkers at 349, 365, and 367 yards. These Donald Ross-designed hazards are positioned to catch aggressive drives, making course management crucial on this opening hole.

tee shot

Play conservatively to the 200-250 yard range where the fairway is most generous at 42-49 yards wide. This leaves you well short of the bunker complex and sets up an ideal approach angle to the well-guarded green.

green

The undulating green's relatively small dimensions (27x30 yards) make pin position crucial. Focus on hitting to the center of the green rather than attacking pins, especially with the wind factor affecting club selection.

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

How difficult is hole 6?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 6?

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

How big is the green on hole 6?

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 6?

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 6 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Detroit Golf Club (North). You can play this exact 372-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 →