Hole 15 at Southern Hills Country Club

Par 4 • 413 Yards • Tulsa, Oklahoma

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The 15th hole at Southern Hills offers one of the most dramatic and scenic tee shots on the course, featuring a spectacular 60-foot elevation drop from tee to fairway. This visually striking par-4 showcases the brilliant architectural vision of Perry Maxwell, whose strategic design creates both beauty and challenge. Players must navigate carefully around trees and a small pond on the right while enjoying one of the best views the course has to offer.

Tees:

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Green:23y × 28y

Fairway @250y:34y wide

5 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 413 yds
Green: 3761 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Course Slope: 137
Course Rating: 75.2

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

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

With the fairway measuring 37 yards wide at the 200-yard mark, position your tee shot carefully to set up the best angle for your approach. The elevation drop mentioned in course descriptions means your drive will carry further than normal, so club down accordingly.

approach

Your approach shot must navigate three strategically placed bunkers clustered around the green at 383, 385, and 405 yards from the tee. Plan your layup distance carefully to avoid these hazards while leaving a manageable wedge shot.

green

The green measures a compact 3,761 square feet (23 x 28 yards), making precision crucial on your approach shot. This relatively small target demands accurate distance control, especially with the elevation changes affecting club selection.

tee shot

At 413 yards for this par 4, length management is key. The fairway narrows slightly from 37 yards at 200 yards to 34 yards at 250 yards, so longer hitters should focus on accuracy over distance to stay in the optimal position.

hazard warning

Based on course descriptions mentioning trees and water hazards on the right side, combined with the bunker placement at 383-405 yards, favor the left side of the fairway for both safety and optimal approach angles to this 413-yard hole.

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This 413-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 413-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 15?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered, small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 15?

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

How big is the green on hole 15?

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

What's a good score on hole 15?

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 15 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Southern Hills Country Club. You can play this exact 413-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 →