Hole 16 at Seaview Golf Resort (The Bay Course)

Par 4 • 377 Yards • Galloway, New Jersey

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The 16th hole at Seaview's Bay Course carries legendary status as the site where Sam Snead chipped in to win the 1942 PGA Championship. This Donald Ross-designed par 4 embodies the Scottish character that defines the historic Bay Course, demanding precision and strategic thinking from every golfer who follows in Snead's footsteps.

Tees:

377y366y294y

Green:31y × 34y

Fairway @250y:64y wide

3 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 377 yds
Green: 5343 sq ft
Bunkers: 3

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the center-left of the fairway with your tee shot, as the fairway widens significantly from 51 yards at the 200-yard mark to 64 yards at 250 yards. This gives longer hitters more room to work with while avoiding the bunker positioned at 315.7 yards.

approach

Be aware of the greenside bunkers positioned at 178.5 and 135.3 yards from the green. With the green measuring 31 yards wide by 34 yards deep, aim for the center of this 5,343 square foot target to avoid short-sided situations.

hazard warning

The bunker at 135.3 yards from the green is particularly dangerous for approach shots. Given this par 4's length of 377 yards, most players will have a mid-iron approach that could easily find this hazard if they come up short.

green

The green's dimensions of 31 yards by 34 yards make it a moderately-sized target. Focus on distance control rather than trying to attack pins, especially considering the Donald Ross design philosophy that emphasizes strategic positioning over aggressive play.

tee shot

At 377 yards, this hole offers scoring opportunities for players who can position their drive in the optimal landing zone. The fairway width of 51 yards at 200 yards provides a generous target for accuracy-focused tee shots.

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This 377-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 377-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 16?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

How big is the green on hole 16?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 16?

This hole is a medium-length test where par is a solid result. A straightforward par 4 where course management pays off.

Can I practice hole 16 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Seaview Golf Resort (The Bay Course). You can play this exact 377-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 →