Hole 15 at Bellerive Country Club

Par 4 • 456 Yards • Saint Louis, Missouri

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The 15th hole at Bellerive Country Club exemplifies Robert Trent Jones' design philosophy of creating "a difficult par but a comfortable bogey." This challenging par 4 represents the demanding test that Bellerive was designed to provide, requiring both precision and strategic thinking from golfers of all skill levels.

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Green:45y × 32y

Fairway @250y:45y wide

4 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 456 yds
Green: 7028 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 144
Course Rating: 75

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This 456-yard par 4 demands precision off the tee. The fairway widens from 38 yards at 200 yards to 45 yards at 250 yards, so longer hitters can take advantage of the extra room by carrying their drive past the 200-yard mark. Consider a 3-wood or hybrid for accuracy if you're struggling to find fairways.

approach

With bunkers positioned at 289 and 429-436 yards, your approach shot will likely play from around 170-200 yards depending on your drive. The large 7,028 square foot green (45y x 32y) provides a generous target, but club selection is critical from this distance to avoid the greenside bunkers.

hazard warning

Beware of the bunker complex at 429-436 yards - these are positioned right around the green area and will catch wayward approach shots. The bunker at 289 yards shouldn't affect most players' second shots but could catch an errant drive from longer hitters.

green

The expansive green dimensions of 45 yards deep by 32 yards wide offer multiple pin positions and require careful attention to approach angle. This large putting surface means you can be aggressive with your approach, but be prepared for potentially long putts across this 7,028 square foot green.

tee shot

At 456 yards, this hole plays as a legitimate par 4 that rewards strategic positioning. The 7-yard increase in fairway width from 200 to 250 yards means precision drivers can aim for the narrower 200-yard area, while power players should target the wider 250-yard zone for optimal approach angles.

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This 456-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 456-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 15?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4, heavily bunkered, large green requiring good lag putting.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 15?

Key hazards include: 3 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 15?

The green is fairly large with multiple pin positions. The green is wider than it is deep, rewarding shots that find the correct tier. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.

What's a good score on hole 15?

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 15 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 456-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 →