Hole 4 at National Golf Links of America

Par 3 • 195 Yards • Southampton, New York

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The 4th hole, known as "Redan," is a faithful recreation of the legendary 15th hole at North Berwick, featuring the classic angled green that defines this iconic template. This par-3 demands precise club selection and strategic thinking to navigate the challenging green complex that has tested golfers for over a century.

Tees:

195y177y

Green:29y × 48y

4 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 3
Yardage: 195 yds
Green: 8608 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 141
Course Rating: 74.3

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This is the famous 'Redan' hole inspired by North Berwick's 15th. At 195 yards, club selection is critical - most players will need a mid to long iron depending on conditions and pin position on this angled green template.

approach

The green measures 29 yards by 48 yards and sits at an angle to the line of play, creating the classic Redan strategy. Aim for the front-right portion of the green and let the slope feed your ball toward back-left pin positions.

hazard warning

Bunkers guard the approach at 135.6 yards from the tee, positioned to catch any shot that comes up short of this demanding one-shot hole. The undulating green front must be carried to avoid these strategic hazards.

green

With 8,608 square feet of putting surface, this large green rewards precision over power. The angled orientation means distance control is more important than direction - being long and right is often better than short and left.

tee shot

There is no fairway landing zone on this par 3, reinforcing that this is a pure one-shot test. Commit fully to your club selection and trust your swing - there's no opportunity for a layup or conservative play.

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Scoring Tip

Short par 3s reward precision. Pick the right club for the front-center of the green and trust your swing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What club should I use on this par 3?

At 195 yards, most golfers will need a long iron or hybrid (5-iron to 6-iron) to reach this green. Adjust for elevation, wind, and pin position.

How difficult is hole 4?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: large green requiring good lag putting.

How big is the green on hole 4?

The green is large and can play quite long. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Three-putt territory if you don't manage your approach distance well.

What's a good score on hole 4?

This hole is a challenging par where bogey is acceptable. This longer par 3 will test your long iron or hybrid game. Par is a good score.

Can I practice hole 4 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 par 3 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 →