Hole 3 at Giant's Ridge Golf and Ski Resort (The Quarry Course)

Par 4 • 444 Yards • Biwabik, Minnesota

Enhanced Content

Tough

The third hole at Giant's Ridge Golf and Ski Resort (The Quarry Course) presents a classic straight-away par 4 that demands both precision and power across its 444 yards. This signature hole showcases the course's dramatic elevation changes carved from Minnesota's Iron Range, with the tee shot requiring careful placement down a corridor framed by towering pines and exposed rock faces. The approach shot plays to a small, well-defended green that sits like a jewel against the rugged quarry backdrop. Without traditional water hazards or bunkers to complicate matters, this hole relies purely on its natural terrain and the psychological challenge of the quarry setting. The combination of length, elevation, and the course's signature rock formations makes this a memorable test of accuracy over raw distance.

Tees:

444y405y353y294y

Green:35y × 25y

Fairway @250y:36y wide

4 Bunkersleft dogleg

Loading map...

Giant's Ridge Golf and Ski Resort (The Quarry Course)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Play This Course at Home

Practice Giant's Ridge Golf and Ski Resort (The Quarry Course) Year-Round

Launch monitors from $600 and simulators from $2,500 include real course data. Play every hole without leaving home.

Browse Launch Monitors & Simulators

Amazon · Top brands compared · Free returns on most items

We may earn a commission when you buy through links on this page, at no extra cost to you.

Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 444 yds
Green: 4984 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 146
Course Rating: 75.6

Navigate

Back to Giant's Ridge Golf and Ski Resort (The Quarry Course)View Full Scorecard

Recommended Gear

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

Shop Wedges →

Strategy Tips

tee shot

Position your tee shot to land around 200 yards where the fairway is only 24 yards wide - this requires precision but sets up the best angle for your approach shot.

tee shot

If you can carry 250 yards consistently, aim for that distance where the fairway opens up to 36 yards wide, giving you more margin for error.

hazard warning

Avoid aggressive drives beyond 280 yards as bunkers guard the landing area at 280.6 yards - lay up short to stay out of trouble.

approach

From 200 yards out, you'll face a mid-iron approach into a compact green measuring just 35 by 25 yards - prioritize accuracy over distance.

green

With only 4,984 square feet of green surface to work with, focus on hitting to the center of the green rather than attacking pin positions.

train this shot at home

This 444-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.

See launch monitors & simulators

Scoring Tip

With bunkers guarding the green, pick the side with the most room and let the slope feed the ball toward the pin.

Play Giant's Ridge Golf and Ski Resort (The Quarry Course) from Your Living Room

Launch monitors and simulators now include real course data. Practice your strategy on every hole before your round — or just for fun.

Compare Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 444-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 3?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

How big is the green on hole 3?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. The green is wider than it is deep, rewarding shots that find the correct tier. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 3?

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 3 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Giant's Ridge Golf and Ski Resort (The Quarry Course). You can play this exact 444-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 →