Hole 10 at Oakland Hills Country Club (South Course)

Par 4 • 453 Yards • Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

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The 10th hole at Oakland Hills' legendary South Course continues the relentless challenge that earned "The Monster" its fearsome nickname from Ben Hogan. This demanding par 4 exemplifies Donald Ross's strategic design philosophy, requiring precision and course management as players navigate toward the back nine of one of America's most storied championship venues.

Tees:

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Green:33y × 35y

Fairway @250y:25y wide

6 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 453 yds
Green: 6564 sq ft
Bunkers: 6
Course Slope: 135
Course Rating: 75.5

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

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

From the elevated tee on this historic opening hole of 'The Monster,' position your drive to reach the wider fairway section that expands to 44 yards at the 250-yard mark, giving you more room and a better angle for your approach.

tee shot

Avoid the narrow 30-yard corridor at the 200-yard mark by either laying up short or carrying your drive past this pinch point - this tight section can quickly turn Ben Hogan's Monster against you.

approach

With the green positioned at 453 yards and measuring a substantial 6,564 square feet, you have a generous target for your approach shot, but club selection and distance control remain critical on this Donald Ross design.

hazard warning

Be aware of the greenside bunkers positioned at 440.5 and 447.2 yards - these guard the putting surface and can catch approach shots that come up just short of this par-4 opener.

green

The green's dimensions of 32 yards by 35 yards provide a good-sized target, but remember this is where The Monster begins - precise approach shots and smart pin hunting will set the tone for your round on this historic course.

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This 453-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 453-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 10?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4, heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 10?

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

How big is the green on hole 10?

The green is fairly large with multiple pin positions. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.

What's a good score on hole 10?

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 10 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Oakland Hills Country Club (South Course). You can play this exact 453-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 →