Hole 4 at Country Club at Muirfield Village

Par 3 • 186 Yards • Dublin, Ohio

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The fourth hole at Country Club at Muirfield Village presents a deceptively challenging par 3 that demands precision over power. At 186 yards, this straight shot requires golfers to commit fully to their club selection, as the small green offers little margin for error. The absence of major hazards might suggest an easier hole, but the compact putting surface punishes anything but the most accurate tee shots. What makes Country Club at Muirfield Village hole 4 particularly demanding is how the small green complex rewards only the most committed swings – tentative shots will find trouble around the edges. This hole epitomizes the course's strategic design philosophy, where mental discipline often trumps raw distance.

Tees:

186y160y132y101y

Green:23y × 30y

4 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 3
Yardage: 186 yds
Green: 3820 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 135
Course Rating: 73.9

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Club selection is critical on this 186-yard par 3 - take one extra club to ensure you clear the bunkers positioned at 169.5 yards and reach the putting surface with confidence.

approach

Aim for the center of this compact 3,820 square foot green measuring 23 yards wide by 30 yards deep - the small target demands precision over distance.

green

With the green measuring only 23 yards across, lateral misses are severely penalized - focus on hitting the correct yardage rather than trying to attack pin positions.

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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 186 yards, most golfers will need a long iron or hybrid (5-iron to 6-iron) to reach this green. Adjust for elevation, wind, and pin position.

How difficult is hole 4?

This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: water in play, small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 4?

Key hazards include: water at 157.7 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 4?

The green is small and requires precision. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 4?

This hole is a challenging par where bogey is acceptable. This longer par 3 will test your long iron or hybrid game. Par is a good score.

Can I practice hole 4 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 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 →