Hole 9 at Raleigh Country Club

Par 4 • 337 Yards • Raleigh, North Carolina

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The 9th hole at Raleigh Country Club showcases Donald Ross's brilliant design philosophy in a compact yet challenging par 4 that concludes the front nine. This driveable hole offers an enticing risk-reward opportunity where a well-struck tee shot can find the putting surface, embodying the strategic choices that made Ross a legendary architect.

Tees:

337y323y306y281y274y

Green:33y × 30y

Fairway @250y:40y wide

8 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 337 yds
Green: 5418 sq ft
Bunkers: 8
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 143
Course Rating: 75.9

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

With the hole measuring only 337 yards, this is a prime opportunity to drive close to or even onto the green. The fairway maintains a generous 40 yards of width at both 200 and 250 yards, giving you plenty of room to swing freely with driver.

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Three bunkers guard the approach zone at 237.9, 282.8, and 297.3 yards from the tee. The bunker at 297.3 yards is particularly dangerous for aggressive drives, sitting just 40 yards short of the green.

approach

If you lay up short of the bunkers around 230 yards, you'll have a comfortable wedge into the green. The green measures 33 by 30 yards, providing a reasonable target for short iron approaches.

tee shot

Conservative players should aim for the 200-yard mark where the fairway remains 40 yards wide, leaving a manageable 137-yard approach shot while avoiding all three bunkers completely.

green

The green covers 5,418 square feet, making it a mid-sized target. With the potential to drive close or even reach it, focus on distance control rather than precision when going for the green in one.

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This 337-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

When water is in play, commit to a conservative target. A bogey beats a big number every time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 337-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 9?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: water in play, heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 9?

Key hazards include: 3 greenside bunkers; water at 88.0 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 9?

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 9?

This hole is a birdie opportunity if you find the fairway. This shorter par 4 rewards accuracy off the tee with a short iron approach.

Can I practice hole 9 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 337-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 →