Hole 16 at The Bull at Pinehurst Farms

Par 4 • 425 Yards • Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin

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As you reach the 16th hole at The Bull, Jack Nicklaus's only Wisconsin design continues to test your mettle in the closing stretch. Named after one of the famous bulls raised at historic Pinehurst Farms, this hole embodies the Golden Bear's philosophy of rewarding precision over power. The straightforward layout may appear deceptively simple, but Nicklaus has crafted subtle challenges that demand your full attention.

Tees:

425y368y345y335y275y

Green:29y × 33y

Fairway @250y:65y wide

3 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 425 yds
Green: 5022 sq ft
Bunkers: 3
Course Slope: 147
Course Rating: 76.3

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the right side of the fairway on your tee shot to take advantage of the generous 65-yard width at the 250-yard mark, giving you the best angle into this Jack Nicklaus-designed par 4.

hazard warning

Avoid the fairway bunker positioned at 216.8 yards - laying up short of this hazard keeps you in the safe zone while still leaving a manageable approach to the 425-yard hole.

approach

Plan your approach carefully to the compact 5,022 square foot green (28y x 33y) - the relatively small target demands precision, especially with greenside bunkers at 396.2 and 426.0 yards guarding the putting surface.

tee shot

Conservative players should note the fairway tightens significantly to just 30 yards wide at the 200-yard mark - consider a controlled tee shot to this zone to ensure you stay in play on this opening hole named 'Copyright'.

green

With the green measuring 28 yards wide by 33 yards deep, focus on hitting to the correct tier or section - this modest-sized target at a 425-yard par 4 rewards accuracy over distance on your approach shot.

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This 425-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 425-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 16?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 16?

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

How big is the green on hole 16?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 16?

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 16 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for The Bull at Pinehurst Farms. You can play this exact 425-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 →