Hole 11 at Forest Dunes Golf Club

Par 3 • 192 Yards • Roscommon, Michigan

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Hole 11 at Forest Dunes presents a classic mid-length par-3 challenge that epitomizes the course's strategic design philosophy where water hazards and bunkers frequently come into play. This demanding one-shotter requires precision club selection and accurate execution, serving as a pivotal test in the middle of your round at this renowned Michigan layout.

Tees:

192y163y141y127y

Green:33y × 19y

1 BunkerWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 3
Yardage: 192 yds
Green: 3984 sq ft
Bunkers: 1
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 142
Course Rating: 74.8

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This 192-yard par 3 requires precision club selection and accurate execution, as there's no fairway landing area - it's green or trouble.

green

Target the center of this compact 3,984 square foot green (33x19 yards) - the relatively small target demands accuracy over distance.

hazard warning

With extensive bunker coverage totaling over 2.3 million square yards around this hole, missing the green will likely find sand - plan your miss accordingly.

green

The narrow 19-yard width of this green means lateral misses are heavily penalized - focus on distance control and favor the center of the putting surface.

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This par 3 is ideal for working on your mid-iron. Launch monitors from $600 let you practice this exact shot with real course data from home.

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Scoring Tip

Short par 3s reward precision. Pick the right club for the front-center of the green and trust your swing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What club should I use on this par 3?

At 192 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 11?

This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: water in play, small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 11?

Key hazards include: water at 2319111.9 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 11?

The green is small and requires precision. The green is wider than it is deep, rewarding shots that find the correct tier. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 11?

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 11 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Forest Dunes 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 →