Hole 10 at Whistling Straits

Par 4 • 398 Yards • Sheboygan, Wisconsin

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Challenging

The 10th hole at Whistling Straits, known as "Voyageur," presents one of Pete Dye's most strategic challenges with a treacherous deep valley carry off the tee. Players must navigate around a deadly center fairway bunker to set up the ideal angle for their approach to the elevated green, making course management paramount on this demanding par 4.

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Green:28y × 42y

Fairway @250y:36y wide

18 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 398 yds
Green: 5117 sq ft
Bunkers: 18
Course Slope: 146
Course Rating: 75.6

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the center-right of the fairway to avoid the deadly center bunker at 156 yards while taking advantage of the generous 57-yard fairway width at the 200-yard mark.

hazard warning

The signature center fairway bunker at 156 yards is perfectly positioned to catch conservative drives - commit to carrying it or lay up well short with a hybrid or long iron.

approach

From the ideal driving distance, you'll face approximately 140-160 yards to the elevated green, requiring one extra club to account for the uphill shot to the 5,117 square foot putting surface.

approach

Avoid the greenside bunkers at 317 and 335 yards by favoring the front portion of the green, as Pete Dye's railroad tie construction around the green creates challenging recovery shots.

green

The relatively compact green dimensions of 28 by 42 yards demand precision on your approach, especially with the elevated nature requiring proper distance control to avoid short-siding yourself.

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This 398-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 398-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 10?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 10?

Key hazards include: 4 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 10?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 10?

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 10 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Whistling Straits. You can play this exact 398-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 →