Hole 7 at Merion Golf Club (East Course)

Par 4 • 350 Yards • Ardmore, Pennsylvania

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The seventh hole at Merion Golf Club (East Course) presents a deceptively challenging par 4 that embodies the course's reputation for strategic precision over brute force. At 350 yards, this straight hole might appear manageable, but its small green demands exceptional accuracy on the approach shot. The generous fairway welcomes most tee shots, allowing players to focus on positioning for the critical second shot. However, the compact putting surface leaves little margin for error, requiring golfers to dial in their distance control and trajectory. This hole exemplifies Merion's philosophy of rewarding thoughtful course management, where a well-placed drive sets up a scoring opportunity, but any lapse in execution around the green complex can quickly turn birdie chances into bogey struggles.

Tees:

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Green:43y × 36y

1 Bunker dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 350 yds
Green: 6594 sq ft
Bunkers: 1
Course Slope: 144
Course Rating: 72.9

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This hole presents a unique strategic challenge with no traditional fairway landing zones - consider laying up short of trouble or taking an aggressive line to set up your approach

approach

Plan your approach carefully to this generous green measuring 43 yards deep by 36 yards wide - the large target allows for aggressive pin-hunting with mid to short irons

hazard warning

Be aware of bunkers positioned at 355 yards - well beyond the green on this short par 4, likely protecting a back pin position or serving as visual intimidation

tee shot

With fairway width measuring 0 yards at both 200 and 250 yard markers, this hole likely requires precise course management and local knowledge to find the proper playing areas

approach

At only 350 yards total length, consider whether driver is necessary - a well-positioned shorter tee shot may leave a more comfortable approach angle to this sizable 6,594 square foot green

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This 350-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 350-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 7?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

How big is the green on hole 7?

The green is fairly large with multiple pin positions. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.

What's a good score on hole 7?

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 7 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Merion Golf Club (East Course). You can play this exact 350-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 →