Hole 10 at Bethpage State Oark (Red Course)

Par 4 • 446 Yards • Farmingdale, New York

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The 10th hole at Bethpage Red marks the turn at this storied Long Island public golf facility, one of five championship courses that have made Bethpage a mecca for golfers near New York City. This straightaway par-4 demands precision and course management as players navigate the back nine of this challenging Red Course layout.

Tees:

446y402y388y

Green:33y × 36y

Fairway @250y:68y wide

7 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 446 yds
Green: 7316 sq ft
Bunkers: 7
Course Slope: 130
Course Rating: 75.1

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the landing zone around 200-220 yards where the fairway is a manageable 42 yards wide. This positions you perfectly for your approach while avoiding the fairway bunkers clustered between 366-397 yards.

approach

From a well-positioned tee shot at 220 yards, you'll have approximately 226 yards remaining to a generous green measuring 7,316 square feet. Use a mid-to-long iron and aim for the center of this 33x36 yard target.

hazard warning

Avoid aggressive driving on this 446-yard par 4. The bunker complex at 367-398 yards will catch longer drives, and the fairway actually widens to 68 yards at the 250-yard mark - but only after navigating the hazards.

tee shot

For longer hitters, consider laying up with a 3-wood or hybrid to stay short of the bunker complex. The fairway expands to 68 yards wide at 250 yards, giving you a safer, wider target for your second shot.

green

The large green dimensions of 33 yards by 36 yards provide a forgiving target, but pin position will be crucial. With 7,316 square feet to work with, focus on hitting the correct tier rather than attacking tight pins.

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This 446-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 446-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 10?

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 10?

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

How big is the green on hole 10?

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

What's a good score on hole 10?

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 10 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Bethpage State Oark (Red Course). You can play this exact 446-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 →