Hole 17 at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster

Par 4465 Yards • Lamington, New Jersey

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Trump National Golf Club Bedminster hole 17 stands as a formidable par 4 stretching 465 yards, ranking as the sixth-hardest test on this Somerset Hills layout. The straight, demanding march to the green offers no shortcuts—precision off the tee sets up everything that follows. Four strategically placed greenside bunkers guard the putting surface, punishing approach shots that drift offline and demanding a committed, well-struck iron into the green complex. This is a hole where power must be matched with accuracy, rewarding golfers who can shape a controlled tee shot down the fairway before attacking a green surrounded by sand on all sides. A true second-shot challenge that separates careful strategists from those chasing distance alone.

Tees:
465y
Green:17y × 35y
Fairway @250y:33y wide
7 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par
4
Yardage
465 yds
Green
3773 sq ft
Bunkers
7

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This 465-yard par 4 demands a well-placed drive, as the fairway measures just 32 yards wide at the 200-yard mark. Favor the center-left of the fairway to avoid the bunker complex looming at 417.5 yards.

hazard warning

A bunker positioned at 417.5 yards catches shots hit too far or slightly off-line from the tee. Longer hitters should club down or aim to land short of this hazard to keep approach angles manageable.

approach

With the fairway widening only slightly to 33 yards at 250 yards, plan your layup or second shot to stay within this corridor—there's little margin for error on this long par 4.

green

The green is classified as small at just 3,773 square feet with a narrow 17-yard width, meaning precision trumps power on the approach. Take one extra club and aim for the center to avoid missing the putting surface.

hazard warning

Bunkers guard the green at 450.9 and 472.0 yards, effectively bracketing the putting surface. Shots that come up short or run long risk finding sand, so distance control with your approach club is critical.

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

How difficult is hole 17?

This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4, heavily bunkered, small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 17?

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

How big is the green on hole 17?

The green is small and requires precision. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

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 watch hole 17 at the LIV Golf New York in person?

Yes — the LIV Golf New York at Trump National Golf Club Bedminster is one of the PGA Tour's most-attended events, drawing over 200,000 spectators across the week. Hole 17 is a popular viewing spot. StubHub typically lists single-day grounds passes starting around $75–$150, with premium grandstand and hospitality options available for serious fans. Prices tend to climb as the tournament approaches, so buying early often saves 30–40%. Buy LIV Golf New York tickets on StubHub

Can I practice hole 17 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Trump National Golf Club Bedminster. You can play this exact 465-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

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