In golf, judging distance is important for both your tee shot and approach shot. For your tee shot, you want to make sure you hit the ball far enough to clear any hazards, but not so far that you end up in the rough or out-of-bounds. For your approach shot, you need to judge the distance to the hole so that you can choose the right club and hit the ball the correct distance.
There are a few different ways that you can judge distance in golf. One way is to use a rangefinder. A rangefinder uses lasers to measure the distance from where you are standing to an object, like a flagstick or tree. Many golfer’s will use a rangefinder to get an accurate yardage reading before they hit their shots.
Another way to judge distance is by using yardage markers on the course. Most courses will have 100, 150 and 200 yard marker plates placed in different locations around the course. These marker plates give you a general idea of how far away you are from specific points on the course.
You can also use your clubs to help judge distances. Most golfers know how far they hit each of their clubs, so they can use this information to estimate distances when they don’t have a rangefinder or yardage markers available. Of course, this method isn’t always accurate, but it can be helpful in a pinch.
Finally, some experienced golfers develop what’s called “course management skills” which allow them to pretty accurately gauge distances without any outside help. This takes years of practice and lots of experience playing different courses, but it is something that some golfers are able to do quite well over time