Hole 4 at John F. Byrne Golf Club

Par 4 • 308 Yards • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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The fourth hole at John F. Byrne Golf Club presents a deceptive short par 4 that demands precision over power. At just 308 yards, this straight hole might appear straightforward, but the small green complex transforms what could be a birdie opportunity into a strategic puzzle. The generous fairway invites aggressive tee shots, yet the compact putting surface punishes wayward approach shots with challenging recoveries. Smart players often favor position over distance, setting up a comfortable wedge to the pin rather than risking a difficult angle from closer range. With no significant hazards to navigate, success hinges entirely on course management and short-game execution, making this hole a true test of strategic thinking and touch around the greens.

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 308 yds
Green: 0 sq ft
Course Slope: 107
Course Rating: 65

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

With only 308 yards to the pin, this short par 4 demands accuracy over distance. Consider hitting a controlled 3-wood or long iron off the tee to ensure you find the fairway and set up a manageable approach shot.

approach

The extremely short length creates a unique scoring opportunity - most players will have a wedge or short iron into the green after a conservative tee shot, making birdie very attainable with precise approach play.

tee shot

Aggressive players may consider driver to get as close to the green as possible, but with fairway width data showing 0 yards at both 200 and 250 yard markers, accuracy becomes paramount regardless of club selection.

hazard warning

While no bunkers are identified around this hole, the lack of defined fairway width measurements suggests potential trouble areas off the tee - play conservatively to avoid penalty strokes on this short scoring hole.

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This 308-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

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 308-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 4?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

What's a good score on hole 4?

This hole is a birdie opportunity if you find the fairway. This shorter par 4 rewards accuracy off the tee with a short iron approach.

Can I practice hole 4 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for John F. Byrne Golf Club. You can play this exact 308-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 →