Hole 17 at Tobacco Road Golf Club

Par 3 • 142 Yards • Sanford, North Carolina

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As golfers approach the penultimate hole at Tobacco Road, the 17th continues the course's relentless demand for precision and strategic decision-making. This short par 3 embodies the layout's philosophy of forcing players to choose between flirting with danger or playing conservatively. With the pressure mounting late in the round, every shot requires the creativity over distance that defines this iconic North Carolina design.

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Green:25y × 89y

1 Bunker dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 3
Yardage: 142 yds
Green: 9280 sq ft
Bunkers: 1
Course Slope: 150
Course Rating: 73.2

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This signature 142-yard par 3 plays downhill over water the entire way, making club selection critical. The downhill lie will add 10-15 yards to your shot, so consider taking one less club than the yardage suggests.

green

Target the center of this massive 9,280 square foot green that stretches 89 yards long. The green's enormous length means pin position will dramatically affect your approach - a front pin plays much shorter than a back pin.

hazard warning

Bunkers positioned at 125.7 yards guard the left side of the green, while water threatens on the right. The narrow green shape means any shot drifting right will find water - aim left-center to avoid the biggest penalty.

approach

With the green measuring 25 yards wide, precision is paramount on this iconic hole. The long, narrow target rewards accurate iron play - focus on smooth tempo rather than forcing the shot.

tee shot

As Tobacco Road's signature hole, this is a classic risk-reward par 3. The safe play is left-center of the green, accepting a possible bunker over the certain water hazard right - bogey beats double bogey every time.

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This par 3 is ideal for working on your short iron. Launch monitors from $600 let you practice this exact shot with real course data from home.

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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 142 yards, most golfers will need a short iron (9-iron to PW) to reach this green. Adjust for elevation, wind, and pin position.

How difficult is hole 17?

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

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 17?

Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 17?

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 17?

This hole is a legitimate birdie opportunity for accurate iron players. Most golfers should target par, with birdie chances if you hit the green in regulation.

Can I practice hole 17 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Tobacco Road Golf Club. 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 →