Hole 7 at Oakland Hills Country Club (South Course)

Par 4 • 411 Yards • Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

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The seventh hole at Oakland Hills Country Club is poised to become "The Monster's" new signature hole, replacing the legendary par-4 16th where Gary Player made his famous shot en route to the 1972 PGA Championship. This strategic par-4 represents the latest chapter in Gil Hanse's restoration of Donald Ross's masterpiece.

Tees:

411y395y358y334y

Green:30y × 24y

Fairway @250y:31y wide

6 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 411 yds
Green: 3825 sq ft
Bunkers: 6
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 135
Course Rating: 75.5

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the center of the fairway on your tee shot, as the landing area narrows from 35 yards wide at 200 yards to just 32 yards wide at 250 yards - precision over distance is key on this new signature hole at 'The Monster'.

approach

Plan your approach carefully to the compact 3,825 square foot green (30x24 yards) - this restored Donald Ross green demands accuracy, especially with the new green site positioned closer to the eighth hole after Gil Hanse's renovation.

hazard warning

Be aware of the bunker complex guarding the green area, with hazards positioned at 375, 389, and 406 yards from the tee - these restored bunkers from the original Ross design will punish aggressive approaches to this risk-reward hole.

approach

From the 411-yard total distance, most players will face a mid-to-short iron approach after a well-positioned drive - focus on hitting the correct tier of this multi-level Ross green rather than attacking every pin position.

green

The relatively narrow 24-yard width of the green means lateral misses will be severely penalized - aim for the center of the green and let the restored putting surface's natural contours guide your ball toward the pin.

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This 411-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

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

How difficult is hole 7?

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 7?

Key hazards include: 4 greenside bunkers; water at 271.5 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 7?

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

What's a good score on hole 7?

This hole is a demanding hole where bogey is not unusual. This longer par 4 will test most golfers. Focus on position over distance.

Can I practice hole 7 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 411-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 →