Hole 14 at Bellerive Country Club

Par 4 • 405 Yards • Saint Louis, Missouri

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The 14th hole at Bellerive Country Club marks the beginning of "The Ridge," a legendary three-hole stretch that defines the course's championship character. Playing into the prevailing southerly wind, this opening salvo of Bellerive's most demanding sequence has tested major championship fields for decades. The hole's strategic complexity and wind-buffeted challenge exemplify Robert Trent Jones' masterful design philosophy.

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Green:39y × 37y

Fairway @250y:41y wide

4 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 405 yds
Green: 7664 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 144
Course Rating: 75

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the center-left of the fairway on this opening hole of 'The Ridge' stretch. The fairway maintains good width at 43 yards at the 200-yard mark, giving you room to work with despite playing into the prevailing southerly wind.

approach

Plan for a mid to long iron approach from around 150-180 yards out. The green measures 39 by 37 yards, providing a decent target, but wind conditions on 'The Ridge' will affect club selection significantly.

hazard warning

Beware of the greenside bunker at 412 yards - just 7 yards past this 405-yard hole. This bunker guards the green and will catch slightly long approach shots, especially when fighting the headwind.

approach

Avoid pins on the back right of the green where a large bunker and creek come into play. With 7,664 square feet of putting surface, aim for the center-left portion for the safest approach.

tee shot

Consider laying back to avoid the fairway bunkers at 299 and 329 yards if you're a longer hitter. The fairway remains 41 yards wide at 250 yards, giving you a safe landing area while still leaving a manageable approach.

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

How difficult is hole 14?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered, large green requiring good lag putting.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 14?

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

How big is the green on hole 14?

The green is large and can play quite long. Three-putt territory if you don't manage your approach distance well.

What's a good score on hole 14?

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 14 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Bellerive Country Club. You can play this exact 405-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 →