福岡県
The Queens Hill Golf Club is an 18-hole course located in Ito City, Fukuoka Prefecture, situated just 25 minutes from central Fukuoka and 30 minutes from Fukuoka Airport. The layout is defined by an elevation change of 8 meters and features 12 ponds strategically placed throughout the terrain. The course utilizes USGA-style sand greens, offering high-quality putting surfaces that contrast with the strategic demands of the fairways. The front nine presents a mix of elevation changes and water hazards. The third hole, a par-4 with a handicap of 1, is a demanding mid-length hole requiring both distance and accuracy, featuring a three-tiered green. The fourth hole is a par-3 surrounded by water, where precision is paramount to avoid the ponds on either side. The sixth hole stands out as the most challenging par-5 on the front nine, a long downhill shot where players must navigate a central fairway bunker and avoid out-of-bounds areas on the green's rear. The back nine continues the strategic theme with significant water presence. The twelfth hole is a par-3 guarded by ponds on the left, right, and behind the green, with a grass bunker in front that also counts as water. The sixteenth hole is another short par-3 where a pond extends to the front of the green, requiring a club selection that clears the water while staying short of the narrow landing area. The eighteenth hole offers a view of the entire course and features a green surrounded by water, sloping generally to the right, providing a dramatic finish. Total yardage varies by tee, with the blue tees measuring 6,918 yards and a course rating of 73.6. The course is designed to test players through a combination of narrow fairways, out-of-bounds zones, and water hazards. Par is 72 for all tees. The handicap indices range from 1 on the third hole to 18 on the sixteenth, reflecting the varying difficulty of the holes. The layout rewards accurate driving and careful club selection, particularly on the par-3s and the long par-5s.
