Hole 10 at Pinehurst Resort #4

Par 4 • 400 Yards • Pinehurst, North Carolina

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The 10th hole at Pinehurst No. 4 showcases Gil Hanse's bold redesign philosophy, featuring the dramatic land movement that distinguishes this course from its flatter sibling, No. 2. Unlike the famous crowned greens elsewhere at Pinehurst, this hole's putting surface sits naturally against the ground while still presenting modern strategic challenges through Hanse's signature slopes and contours.

Tees:

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Green:35y × 23y

Fairway @250y:33y wide

1 Bunker dogleg

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Pinehurst Resort #4

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 400 yds
Green: 5067 sq ft
Bunkers: 1
Course Slope: 135
Course Rating: 74.2

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

The fairway widens significantly as you go longer - from 24 yards at 200 yards to 33 yards at 250 yards. This rewards aggressive drivers who can carry their tee shot past the 200-yard marker to access the wider landing area.

hazard warning

Bunkers positioned at 217.8 yards from the tee create a strategic decision point. Conservative players should lay up short of this distance, while longer hitters need precise placement to avoid these hazards.

approach

With the hole playing 400 yards total and bunkers at 217.8 yards, you'll face an approach shot of approximately 180-185 yards to a moderately-sized green. Club selection is critical for this mid-to-long iron approach.

green

The green measures 34 yards deep by 23 yards wide (5067 sq ft), providing a reasonable target but demanding accuracy. The rectangular shape means pin position will greatly affect your approach strategy.

tee shot

Consider positioning your tee shot in the 200-250 yard range to take advantage of the wider fairway (33 yards) while staying short enough to have a manageable approach to this par 4.

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This 400-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

Focus on getting your approach inside 20 feet. Two putts from there and you walk away with par.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 400-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 10?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

How big is the green on hole 10?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. The green is wider than it is deep, rewarding shots that find the correct tier. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

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 Pinehurst Resort #4. You can play this exact 400-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 →