Hole 16 at Maketewah Country Club

Par 4 • 388 Yards • Cincinnati, Ohio

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The uphill 16th hole at Maketewah Country Club stands as one of the course's standout challenges, showcasing the tactical brilliance of Brian Silva's 2022 restoration. This demanding par 4 epitomizes the Golden Age design philosophy with strategic bunkering that requires precise shot-making on the climb to an elevated green.

Tees:

388y360y336y312y293y

Green:26y × 37y

Fairway @250y:35y wide

4 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 388 yds
Green: 4877 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 132
Course Rating: 72.5

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

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the center of the fairway with your tee shot, as the landing area maintains a consistent 35-yard width at both the 200 and 250-yard marks, giving you room to work with for position.

approach

Be aware of the greenside bunker positioned at 350 yards from the tee - this hazard will come into play on your approach shot to the moderately-sized green.

green

The green measures 26 yards by 37 yards (4,877 sq ft), providing a decent target size for approach shots, but club selection and distance control remain critical for scoring opportunities.

hazard warning

Three bunkers guard the green complex at 372, 366, and 350 yards respectively - plan your approach carefully to avoid these Golden Age-style hazards that define this remodeled Donald Ross design.

approach

At 388 yards total length, most players will have a mid-to-short iron approach after a solid drive, making accuracy more important than distance on your second shot.

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This 388-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 388-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 16?

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

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 16?

Key hazards include: 4 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 16?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 16?

This hole is a medium-length test where par is a solid result. A straightforward par 4 where course management pays off.

Can I practice hole 16 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Maketewah Country Club. You can play this exact 388-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 →