Hole 3 at Maketewah Country Club

Par 4 • 421 Yards • Cincinnati, Ohio

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Hole 3 at Maketewah Country Club stands as one of the course's more challenging tests, earning a reputation among critics as one of the weaker links in Tom Bendelow's classic design. Despite recent renovations that have improved the overall layout, this par-4 remains a strategic puzzle that demands precision and course management from players of all skill levels.

Tees:

421y408y387y318y311y

Green:32y × 25y

Fairway @250y:33y wide

2 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 421 yds
Green: 4826 sq ft
Bunkers: 2
Course Slope: 132
Course Rating: 72.5

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Strategy Tips

hazard warning

This hole presents a significant challenge with no traditional fairway landing zones - the fairway width measures 0 yards at both the 200-yard and 250-yard marks, indicating either a severe dogleg, carry over hazard, or unique hole design that requires precise navigation.

tee shot

With the landing zone starting at 0 yards from the tee, this hole likely requires an immediate carry over a hazard or features a sharp dogleg. Study the hole layout carefully and consider a conservative tee shot strategy to find the safe playing area.

approach

Two bunkers positioned at 368.2 and 349.4 yards from the tee guard the green area on this 421-yard par 4. Your approach shot will need to navigate between or carry over these hazards, which sit roughly 50-70 yards short of the green.

green

The green measures 32 yards by 25 yards with 4,826 square feet of putting surface - a moderately sized target that should be receptive to well-struck approach shots. Focus on distance control to avoid the surrounding bunkers.

approach

Given the 421-yard length and the bunker placement in the 350-370 yard range, most golfers will face a short iron or wedge approach after navigating the unique fairway layout. Precise yardage control will be crucial to clear the greenside bunkers.

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Scoring Tip

Focus on getting your approach inside 20 feet. Two putts from there and you walk away with par.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 421-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 3?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 3?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 3?

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 3?

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 3 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 421-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 →