Hole 17 at Cascata

Par 4 • 489 Yards • Boulder City, Nevada

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The 489-yard 17th hole at Cascata stands as one of golf's most memorable finishing challenges, playing long and difficult despite its downhill terrain. This demanding par-4 has earned its reputation as a true test of skill, requiring both power and precision as golfers navigate toward the dramatic conclusion of their round.

Tees:

489y489y470y450y370y

Green:36y × 29y

Fairway @250y:52y wide

4 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 489 yds
Green: 6258 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 143
Course Rating: 74.6

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

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This downhill par-4 demands precision off the tee as the fairway is completely blocked at the 200-yard mark, requiring a layup strategy or precise placement to reach the 52-yard-wide landing area at 250 yards.

approach

With bunkers positioned at 316 and 452 yards, your approach shot will likely play from around 240-260 yards to a substantial 6,258 square foot green, making club selection critical for this lengthy second shot.

hazard warning

Beware of the greenside bunker at 474 yards - just 15 yards from the back of this 36-yard-deep green, making distance control paramount on your approach to avoid this final hazard.

green

The generous 29-yard-wide by 36-yard-deep green provides ample target area, but use this size advantage wisely by aiming for the center to avoid the surrounding hazards and ensure a manageable two-putt.

tee shot

Consider laying up to around 200-220 yards off the tee to position yourself in the wider part of the fairway at 250 yards (52 yards wide), leaving a more manageable 270-yard approach to this challenging par-4.

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This 489-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 489-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 17?

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 17?

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

How big is the green on hole 17?

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

What's a good score on hole 17?

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 17 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Cascata. You can play this exact 489-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 →