Hole 15 at TPC San Antonio (Oaks Course)

Par 4 • 464 Yards • San Antonio, Texas

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The signature hole at TPC San Antonio (Oaks Course), this 464-yard par 4 stands as the second-most challenging test on the championship layout that has hosted PGA Tour events. Despite appearing straightforward from the tee, this deceptively demanding hole requires precision and course management to score well. The generous fairway invites an aggressive tee shot, but the real challenge emerges on the approach to a small, well-protected green complex. With minimal hazards to distract, golfers must focus on distance control and pin placement, as the compact putting surface offers little margin for error. This strategic par 4 exemplifies the subtle difficulty that makes TPC San Antonio's Oaks Course a true championship test.

Tees:

464y443y423y394y373y

Green:18y × 37y

Fairway @250y:24y wide

7 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 464 yds
Green: 3292 sq ft
Bunkers: 7
Course Slope: 145
Course Rating: 76.6

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Bunkers everywhere — a versatile wedge is your scoring club on this hole.

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target your tee shot to carry 200-230 yards to reach the wider portion of the fairway. The fairway doubles in width from 12 yards at 200 yards to 24 yards at 250 yards, giving longer hitters a significant advantage.

tee shot

Conservative players should lay up with a 5-6 iron to the 200-yard mark, accepting the narrow 12-yard fairway width to ensure position for the approach shot on this 464-yard par 4.

approach

Plan your approach to avoid the bunker complex at 322 yards. From a 250-yard drive, you'll have a 214-yard second shot - consider the pin position on this compact 3,292 square foot green.

green

The green measures only 18 yards wide by 37 yards deep (3,292 sq ft), making accuracy crucial on approach shots. Club selection and distance control are paramount on this relatively small target.

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This 464-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 464-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 15?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4, small green.

How big is the green on hole 15?

The green is small and requires precision. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 15?

This hole is one of the tougher holes where par feels like birdie. A challenging par 4. Accept that bogey happens and avoid big numbers.

Can I practice hole 15 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for TPC San Antonio (Oaks Course). You can play this exact 464-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 →