Hole 15 at Bethpage State Oark (Red Course)

Par 4 • 452 Yards • Farmingdale, New York

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The 15th hole at Bethpage Red serves as a dramatic closing stretch, featuring an elevated tee shot that plays downhill to a fairway threading between strategically placed cross bunkers. This straightaway par 4 showcases classic parkland design with its sinking hillside bunkers and demands precise positioning for the approach shot.

Tees:

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Green:33y × 35y

Fairway @250y:47y wide

4 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 452 yds
Green: 6986 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 130
Course Rating: 75.1

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This elevated tee shot plays downhill to a generous fairway that maintains 46 yards of width at the 200-yard mark and expands to 47 yards at 250 yards. Position your drive between the crossbunkers - left side bunker at 230 yards and right side at 260 yards - to set up the optimal approach angle.

approach

From 452 yards total length, most players will face a mid to long iron approach to a substantial green measuring 6986 square feet (33x34 yards). The generous green size allows for aggressive pin-hunting, especially when attacking tucked positions.

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Three greenside bunkers positioned at 448, 463.9, and 474.8 yards guard different sections of the putting surface. The bunker at 448 yards protects the front, while the others defend the sides and back, requiring precise distance control on your approach.

tee shot

With the fairway actually widening from 46 yards at 200 to 47 yards at 250, longer hitters can be more aggressive off the tee. The key is avoiding the crossbunkers while maximizing distance to shorten the approach to this lengthy 452-yard par 4.

green

The large 33x34 yard green provides multiple pin positions and recovery options. Use the generous putting surface dimensions to your advantage - even slightly missed approaches should leave makeable birdie putts on this closing hole.

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This 452-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 452-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 15?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4, heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 15?

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

How big is the green on hole 15?

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

What's a good score on hole 15?

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 practice hole 15 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 452-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 →