Hole 11 at Baltusrol Golf Club (Lower Course)

Par 4 • 422 Yards • Springfield, New Jersey

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The 11th hole at Baltusrol's Lower Course exemplifies A.W. Tillinghast's masterful design philosophy from the historic 1922 layout. This strategic par 4 demands precision over power, requiring golfers to navigate carefully positioned hazards that have challenged champions for over a century. The hole's compact green rewards accurate approach shots while punishing wayward attempts.

Tees:

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Green:35y × 41y

Fairway @250y:39y wide

10 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 422 yds
Green: 8568 sq ft
Bunkers: 10
Course Slope: 139
Course Rating: 73.9

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the left-center of the fairway with your tee shot to avoid the bunker positioned at 182 yards. The fairway provides a generous 44-yard width at the 200-yard mark, giving you room to work with while staying clear of trouble.

tee shot

Consider laying up short of the 250-yard mark where the fairway narrows to just 39 yards wide. This strategic positioning leaves you with a manageable approach while avoiding the tighter landing area.

approach

Plan your approach carefully to this substantial green measuring 8,568 square feet. The generous putting surface (34 yards by 41 yards) allows for aggressive pin-hunting, but be aware of bunkers positioned at 388 and 405 yards that guard the green complex.

hazard warning

Stay alert to the greenside bunkers at 388 and 405 yards from the tee. These hazards, part of Tillinghast's strategic design from the 1922 renovation, can penalize overly aggressive approach shots on this 422-yard par 4.

approach

With the hole measuring exactly 422 yards, most golfers will have a mid-iron approach after a well-positioned drive. Use the green's generous dimensions (41 yards deep) to your advantage by taking one extra club and focusing on solid contact rather than forcing distance.

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

How difficult is hole 11?

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 11?

Key hazards include: 4 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 11?

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 11?

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 11 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Baltusrol Golf Club (Lower Course). You can play this exact 422-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 →