Hole 8 at True Blue Golf Club

Par 4 • 382 Yards • Pawleys Island, South Carolina

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The eighth hole at True Blue showcases Mike Strantz's signature design philosophy, where strategic placement trumps pure distance. This straightaway par 4 exemplifies the architect's mastery of using natural sandy terrain and waste areas to create both visual drama and tactical complexity.

Tees:

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Green:32y × 42y

Fairway @250y:80y wide

4 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 382 yds
Green: 8219 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 143
Course Rating: 74.1

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

The fairway dramatically widens from 42 yards at the 200-yard mark to 80 yards at 250 yards, making driver or 3-wood the optimal play to reach the generous landing area and set up a shorter approach.

hazard warning

Three strategic bunkers guard the hole at 331.6, 293.4, and 141.3 yards from the tee - the greenside bunker at 141.3 yards is particularly penal and should influence your approach club selection.

approach

With the pin position on this 382-yard par 4, most players will have a short to mid-iron approach shot - focus on accuracy over distance to avoid the greenside bunker at 141.3 yards.

green

The massive 8,218 square foot green (32 yards by 42 yards) offers plenty of target area, but Mike Strantz's design philosophy means pin position will dictate strategy - aim for the center when in doubt.

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This 382-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 382-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach. Be mindful of the bunker at 61.4 yards if you hit driver.

How difficult is hole 8?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered, large green requiring good lag putting.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 8?

Key hazards include: fairway bunker at 61.4-61.4 yards; 2 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 8?

The green is large and can play quite long. Three-putt territory if you don't manage your approach distance well.

Which side of the fairway is safer on hole 8?

Aim for the right side of the fairway when possible. Missing left brings more trouble into play.

What's a good score on hole 8?

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 8 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for True Blue Golf Club. You can play this exact 382-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 →