Hole 17 at National Golf Links of America

Par 4 • 375 Yards • Southampton, New York

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The 17th hole at National Golf Links of America, known as "Peconic," offers one of golf's most spectacular settings with the famous windmill backdrop and Peconic Bay stretching before you. This par-4 masterpiece exemplifies C.B. Macdonald's vision of bringing the best of British Isles golf to American shores. The dramatic waterfront finale provides both breathtaking views and a stern test of precision.

Tees:

375y350y

Green:30y × 30y

Fairway @250y:80y wide

8 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 375 yds
Green: 5358 sq ft
Bunkers: 8
Course Slope: 141
Course Rating: 74.3

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Bunkers everywhere — a versatile wedge is your scoring club on this hole.

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

With the fairway maintaining a generous 80 yards wide at both 200 and 250 yards, focus on positioning your drive for the optimal approach angle. The consistent fairway width allows you to favor the right side to open up the diagonal green that runs right to left.

approach

At 375 yards total length, most players will face a mid to short iron approach. The compact 30x30 yard green (5,358 sq ft) demands precision - aim for the center-right portion to account for the diagonal green orientation and potential crosswinds.

hazard warning

Bunkers positioned at 213.9 yards from the tee create a strategic decision point. Longer hitters should consider club selection carefully - a controlled drive just short of this distance leaves a comfortable approach while avoiding the sand.

approach

The relatively small 30-yard deep green requires accurate distance control. With the green running diagonally right to left, approach shots should favor the right side of the putting surface to use the natural slope and avoid short-siding yourself.

green

The compact 5,358 square foot green rewards precise putting. Study the right-to-left diagonal slope carefully during your approach - putts will break more than they appear, especially with the crosswinds that are characteristic of this hole.

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This 375-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 375-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 17?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

How big is the green on hole 17?

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 17?

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 17 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for National Golf Links of America. You can play this exact 375-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 →