Hole 7 at Raleigh Country Club

Par 4 • 467 Yards • Raleigh, North Carolina

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The 7th hole at Raleigh Country Club stands as a testament to Donald Ross's masterful design philosophy, presenting golfers with a demanding long par 3 that has tested players for generations. With bunkers guarding the right side and dense bushes lurking left of the green, this hole epitomizes the strategic brilliance that makes Raleigh Country Club a cherished North Carolina gem.

Tees:

467y439y393y366y338y

Green:30y × 31y

Fairway @250y:40y wide

6 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 467 yds
Green: 5371 sq ft
Bunkers: 6
Course Slope: 143
Course Rating: 75.9

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This 467-yard par 4 demands precision off the tee. Target the wider section of fairway at the 250-yard mark where it opens to 40 yards wide, giving you optimal positioning for your approach while avoiding the narrower 35-yard corridor at 200 yards.

approach

With bunkers positioned at 427 and 432 yards from the tee, your approach shot will face greenside protection. The green measures 30x31 yards (5,370 sq ft), providing a generous target, but club selection is critical to clear the front bunkers and hold this substantial putting surface.

hazard warning

Beware of the bunker cluster around 430 yards from the tee - these greenside hazards will catch any approach shot that comes up short. At 467 yards total length, most players will have a mid to long iron into this protected green complex.

tee shot

Favor the right side of the fairway on your drive to avoid the fairway bunker at 304 yards. This positioning also provides the best angle into the 30x31-yard green, especially important given the greenside bunker protection.

green

The generous 5,370 square foot green offers multiple pin positions, but with bunkers guarding the front at 427-432 yards, ensure you take enough club to reach the putting surface. This Palmer design rewards aggressive but calculated approaches.

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

How difficult is hole 7?

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 7?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 7?

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 7?

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 7 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Raleigh Country Club. You can play this exact 467-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 →