Hole 6 at Forest Dunes Golf Club

Par 4 • 375 Yards • Roscommon, Michigan

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The 6th hole at Forest Dunes showcases Tom Doak's innovative reversible design philosophy, serving as both a strategic test on the Black routing and transforming into the left-doglegging Red 6th when played in reverse. This dual-purpose hole exemplifies the unique character that makes The Loop "unlike anything" golfers have experienced before.

Tees:

375y343y306y254y

Green:19y × 30y

6 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 375 yds
Green: 3611 sq ft
Bunkers: 6
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 142
Course Rating: 74.8

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Strategy Tips

hazard warning

This hole presents an extreme strategic challenge with no traditional fairway landing areas - the fairway width measures 0 yards at both the 200-yard and 250-yard marks, indicating you're playing to specific target areas or navigating around significant hazards.

tee shot

With no conventional landing zone from the tee (0 yards), this hole likely requires precise placement around or over hazards. Study the hole layout carefully and consider laying up to a specific yardage that sets up your approach angle.

approach

The green measures 19 yards by 30 yards (3,611 sq ft), providing a reasonably sized target for your approach shot. Focus on hitting the correct section of this green since precise tee shot placement is critical on this unique hole design.

hazard warning

Multiple bunkers positioned at significant distances (1,867,299 yards, 1,867,281 yards, and 1,867,195 yards) suggest this hole may be part of The Loop's reversible design where hazard positions create different strategic challenges depending on routing direction.

tee shot

At 375 yards and par 4, this hole requires strategic thinking over pure distance. Given the unconventional fairway measurements, consider this one of The Loop's signature risk-reward holes where course management trumps aggressive play.

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Scoring Tip

When water is in play, commit to a conservative target. A bogey beats a big number every time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 375-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 one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: water in play, heavily bunkered, small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 6?

Key hazards include: fairway bunkers at 1867158.5-1867299.1 yards; water at 1867287.7 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 6?

The green is small and requires precision. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

Which side of the fairway is safer on hole 6?

Aim for the right side of the fairway when possible. Missing left (water) brings more trouble into play.

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 Forest Dunes Golf Club. You can play this exact 375-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 →