Hole 16 at Country Club at Muirfield Village

Par 4 • 435 Yards • Dublin, Ohio

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The 16th hole at Country Club at Muirfield Village presents a deceptively challenging par 4 that demands precision over power. At 435 yards, this straight-away hole appears straightforward from the tee, but its true test lies in the approach to a small, well-guarded green complex. The generous fairway invites an aggressive tee shot, yet players must carefully consider their positioning for the critical second shot. Without major hazards to distract, golfers can focus entirely on execution and club selection. The compact green rewards accurate iron play and punishes anything less than committed swings. This hole exemplifies Muirfield Village's philosophy of rewarding strategic thinking and precise shot-making over raw distance.

Tees:

435y371y351y265y

Green:32y × 32y

Fairway @250y:24y wide

2 BunkersWaterleft dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 435 yds
Green: 5411 sq ft
Bunkers: 2
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 135
Course Rating: 73.9

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target your tee shot to carry 200 yards where the fairway is at its widest point of 36 yards, giving you the best angle and room for error on this 435-yard par 4.

tee shot

Avoid the aggressive play past 250 yards where the fairway pinches down to just 24 yards wide - the risk isn't worth the reward on this length of hole.

hazard warning

Be aware of bunkers positioned at 282 yards from the tee - longer hitters who try to bomb their drive will need to carry or avoid these hazards.

approach

After a 200-yard tee shot, you'll have approximately 235 yards remaining to a generous green measuring 32x32 yards (5,411 sq ft) - club up and aim for the center.

green

The large 32-yard square green offers plenty of target area, so focus on distance control rather than precision - missing short or long will be more costly than being slightly off-line.

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This 435-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 435-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 16?

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

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 16?

Key hazards include: water at 328.4 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 16?

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 16?

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 16 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Country Club at Muirfield Village. You can play this exact 435-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 →