Hole 11 at Pinehurst Resort #4

Par 4 • 451 Yards • Pinehurst, North Carolina

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The 11th hole at Pinehurst No. 4 showcases Gil Hanse's bold redesign philosophy, transforming what was once a relatively flat challenge into a dramatic test featuring the architect's signature slopes and contours. This mid-length par 4 exemplifies the "broad-shouldered bravado" that Hanse brought to the historic Donald Ross routing, demanding both precision and strategic thinking from players navigating its undulating terrain.

Tees:

451y401y370y347y313y

Green:37y × 33y

Fairway @250y:55y wide

1 Bunker dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 451 yds
Green: 7336 sq ft
Bunkers: 1
Course Slope: 135
Course Rating: 74.2

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This long par 4 demands distance off the tee — the right driver matters.

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

With the fairway measuring 50 yards wide at the 200-yard mark, focus on accuracy over distance off the tee. A controlled drive to this landing zone sets up the ideal approach angle while avoiding the tree-lined rough that characterizes Pinehurst No. 4.

approach

From 200 yards out, you'll face a demanding approach shot to a substantial green measuring 7,336 square feet. The green's generous size (36 yards by 32 yards) offers multiple pin positions, so study the flag location and aim for the correct section rather than just the center.

hazard warning

Beware of bunkers positioned at 343 yards from the tee - these will catch longer drives that find the fairway but run out. Given the 451-yard total length, these bunkers are strategically placed to penalize aggressive drives that don't find the rough first.

approach

If you lay back to the 200-yard fairway width of 50 yards, you'll have approximately 250 yards remaining to a pin. Consider the risk-reward of pushing your drive to the 250-yard mark where the fairway widens to 55 yards, leaving a more manageable approach distance.

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This 451-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

Long par 4s are scoring holes only if you keep the ball in play off the tee. Accuracy over distance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 451-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 11?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4, large green requiring good lag putting.

How big is the green on hole 11?

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

What's a good score on hole 11?

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 11 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 451-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 →