Hole 1 at Caledonia Golf & Fish Club

Par 4 • 376 Yards • Pawleys Island, South Carolina

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Caledonia Golf & Fish Club opens with a welcoming par 4 that sets the tone for one of Myrtle Beach's most scenic and memorable golf experiences. From the moment you step onto the first tee, surrounded by the natural low-country landscape, you begin a journey through moss-draped live oaks and creative design elements that have earned this course its stellar reputation.

Tees:

376y350y319y254y

Green:25y × 28y

Fairway @250y:44y wide

7 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 376 yds
Green: 3651 sq ft
Bunkers: 7
Course Slope: 144
Course Rating: 71.4

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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 narrowing to just 33 yards at the 200-yard mark, precision trumps distance off the tee. Consider laying up with a 3-wood or long iron to stay short of the bunker complex that begins at 159 yards, setting up a manageable approach over the water.

hazard warning

Three strategic bunkers guard the landing zone between 159-191 yards from the tee. The middle bunker at 176 yards is particularly penal, so either lay up short of 159 yards or carry all the way to the wider 44-yard fairway section at 250 yards.

approach

The signature water carry to the green demands precise distance control. With the green measuring just 25x28 yards (3,651 sq ft), there's little margin for error. Take one extra club and swing smoothly to ensure you clear the water hazard completely.

green

The compact 25x28 yard green sits at the foot of the clubhouse with spectators watching from rocking chairs. Quick greens demand a controlled approach shot - aim for the center of this small target and let your ball release naturally rather than trying to attack pins.

tee shot

For longer hitters, the fairway opens up significantly to 44 yards wide at the 250-yard mark. If you can carry the bunkers and reach this wider section, you'll have a shorter, more manageable approach shot over the water to the elevated green.

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This 376-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 376-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 1?

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 1?

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

How big is the green on hole 1?

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

What's a good score on hole 1?

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 1 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Caledonia Golf & Fish Club. You can play this exact 376-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 →