Hole 17 at Firestone Country Club - South

Par 4 • 400 Yards • Akron, Ohio

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The 17th hole at Firestone Country Club's South Course serves as the dramatic finale to the infamous "Bear Trap" - the three-hole stretch that Jack Nicklaus famously declared would determine tournament outcomes. This all-carry par 3 over water exemplifies Robert Trent Jones Sr.'s philosophy of risk-reward design, demanding precision under the ultimate pressure.

Tees:

400y374y333y

Green:28y × 27y

Fairway @250y:38y wide

7 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 400 yds
Green: 4907 sq ft
Bunkers: 7
Course Slope: 132
Course Rating: 76.1

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Bunkers everywhere — a versatile wedge is your scoring club on this hole.

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Position your tee shot carefully on this 400-yard par 4, as the fairway maintains a consistent 38 yards of width at both the 200 and 250-yard marks. This gives you flexibility in club selection while maintaining accuracy demands.

hazard warning

Three strategic bunkers guard the landing area between 264-284 yards from the tee. With bunkers at 267.3, 264.0, and 284.2 yards, consider laying up with a 3-wood or hybrid to stay short of trouble if you're a longer hitter.

approach

Plan for a mid-iron approach shot into a generously-sized green measuring 4,907 square feet (28 yards by 26 yards). The large target allows for aggressive pin-seeking, especially from ideal position in the fairway.

tee shot

At 400 yards total length, this hole offers scoring opportunity if you can navigate the fairway bunkers. A well-placed drive of 220-240 yards sets up a comfortable approach while avoiding the cluster of hazards.

green

The substantial green dimensions of 28 by 26 yards provide ample room for pin placement variations. Focus on getting your approach shot on the correct tier or section of this large putting surface for the best birdie chances.

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This 400-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

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

How difficult is hole 17?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered.

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 medium-sized with moderate targets. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 17?

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 17 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Firestone Country Club - South. You can play this exact 400-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 →