Hole 9 at Colonial Country Club

Par 4 • 408 Yards • Fort Worth, Texas

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The ninth hole at Colonial Country Club offers a brief respite from the course's demanding doglegs, presenting a straightforward par-4 that still requires precision. While lacking the dramatic turns that define Perry Maxwell's design philosophy elsewhere on the course, this hole demands accuracy to navigate its well-protected small green.

Tees:

408y355y330y273y

Green:22y × 30y

Fairway @250y:32y wide

6 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 408 yds
Green: 3649 sq ft
Bunkers: 6
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 136
Course Rating: 74.7

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Position your tee shot carefully on this 408-yard par 4, as the fairway maintains a consistent 32-yard width at both the 200 and 250-yard marks. This steady width means precision is key throughout your drive rather than having a specific target zone that opens up.

approach

Plan your approach to the compact 3,649 square foot green (22y x 30y) knowing that three bunkers guard this small target at 407.8, 402.3, and 287.5 yards from the tee. The close proximity of hazards to this tight green demands exceptional accuracy.

hazard warning

Be aware of the bunker positioned at 287.5 yards from the tee - this hazard could catch longer drives and is part of the defensive strategy that makes Colonial's 'Horrible Horseshoe' so challenging for professionals.

green

With the green measuring just 22 yards by 30 yards, club selection and distance control are critical on your approach. This small target, combined with surrounding bunkers at 402.3 and 407.8 yards, leaves little margin for error.

approach

The two greenside bunkers positioned at 402.3 and 407.8 yards from the tee frame this small putting surface, making pin-seeking approaches extremely risky. Consider playing to the center of the green rather than attacking pins.

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Scoring Tip

When water is in play, commit to a conservative target. A bogey beats a big number every time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 408-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 9?

This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: water in play, heavily bunkered, small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 9?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers; water at 367.7 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 9?

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

What's a good score on hole 9?

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 9 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Colonial Country Club. You can play this exact 408-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 →