Hole 17 at Rock Spring Club

Par 4 • 415 Yards • West Orange, New Jersey

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Challenging

Rock Spring Club hole 17 presents a deceptively challenging par 4 that demands both precision and course management. This 415-yard test features a straightforward layout that belies its difficulty, ranking as the fourth-hardest hole on the course. The tee shot requires careful placement to set up the optimal approach angle to a small, well-defended green complex. Without significant hazards to navigate, the challenge lies in the hole's subtle design elements and the premium placed on accuracy over distance. The compact green demands a precise approach shot, rewarding golfers who can control their ball flight and distance. This penultimate hole at Rock Spring Club exemplifies strategic golf design, where thoughtful shot-making trumps raw power in the quest for par.

Tees:

415y405y366y328y

Green:40y × 34y

Fairway @250y:12y wide

2 Bunkersright dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 415 yds
Green: 7981 sq ft
Bunkers: 2
Course Slope: 136
Course Rating: 72.1

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Strategy Tips

hazard warning

Exercise extreme caution off the tee - the fairway completely disappears at the 200-yard mark, creating a major hazard that will catch most drives.

tee shot

Play conservatively with a hybrid or long iron to lay up short of 200 yards, as the fairway opens to just 12 yards wide at 250 yards - too narrow for most golfers to hit consistently.

approach

Plan for a long approach shot of 215+ yards from your layup position, requiring a fairway wood or long iron to reach this 415-yard par 4.

hazard warning

Beware of bunkers positioned at 231.9 yards that guard the narrow landing area - these will catch any aggressive tee shots that find the fairway.

green

Target the center of this substantial 7,981 square foot green (40x34 yards) with your long approach - the large target will help offset the difficulty of the lengthy second shot.

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This 415-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

Focus on getting your approach inside 20 feet. Two putts from there and you walk away with par.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 415-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 17?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: large green requiring good lag putting.

How big is the green on hole 17?

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 17?

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 17 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Rock Spring Club. You can play this exact 415-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 →