Hole 4 at Firestone Country Club - South

Par 4 • 471 Yards • Akron, Ohio

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The 4th hole at Firestone's legendary "Monster" course exemplifies the demanding character that has challenged PGA Championship fields since 1929. This 471-yard par-4 continues the South Course's reputation for punishing length, where the elevated green demands both precision and power from the approach shot.

Tees:

471y366y270y

Green:25y × 33y

Fairway @250y:45y wide

3 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 471 yds
Green: 5022 sq ft
Bunkers: 3
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 132
Course Rating: 76.1

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Play your tee shot conservatively to the 200-yard mark where the fairway offers a generous 43-yard landing area. This sets up the critical second shot while avoiding the bunker complex at 272 yards.

approach

The elevated green requires significant lift on your approach shot - club up at least one club from the 471-yard distance to ensure you clear the front and hold the putting surface.

hazard warning

Beware the greenside bunkers positioned at 450.7 and 459.4 yards - these guard the elevated green and will catch approach shots that come up short or drift right.

green

Target the center of this 5,022 square foot green (25x33 yards) as the elevation change makes distance control challenging - missing short is the worst miss on this hole.

approach

If you can carry your drive to the 250-yard area, you'll have a slightly wider 45-yard fairway to work with, but this brings the fairway bunker at 272 yards into play for longer hitters.

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

How difficult is hole 4?

This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4, water in play.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 4?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers; water at 70.4 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 4?

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 4?

This hole is one of the tougher holes where par feels like birdie. A challenging par 4. Accept that bogey happens and avoid big numbers.

Can I practice hole 4 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 471-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 →