Hole 2 at Grayhawk Golf Club (Raptor course)

Par 4 • 395 Yards • Scottsdale, Arizona

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Challenging

The second hole at Grayhawk's Raptor course exemplifies Tom Fazio's risk-reward philosophy with a deceptive fairway bunker that demands respect from the tee. This strategic par-4 challenges golfers to carefully navigate to an elevated, multi-tiered green that punishes aggressive approaches with unforgiving bunkers.

Tees:

395y360y336y268y

Green:28y × 27y

Fairway @250y:38y wide

5 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 395 yds
Green: 4691 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Course Slope: 145
Course Rating: 74.1

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

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Play conservatively with a long iron or fairway wood to position your ball just short of the right fairway bunker. The fairway maintains a generous 54-yard width at both 200 and 250 yards, giving you room to work with while avoiding the gaping bunker that guards the right side.

hazard warning

Be aware of three strategic bunkers positioned at 336, 371, and 389 yards from the tee. The bunker at 389 yards is particularly dangerous as it sits near the green complex and can catch aggressive drives on this 395-yard hole.

approach

Your approach shot will be to an elevated green that measures 28 by 27 yards. The compact 4,691 square foot putting surface demands precision, especially with the green sloping from back to front.

green

Target the right side of the green to avoid the deep bunker guarding the lower left tier. With the green measuring just 28 yards wide, club selection is crucial to hold this elevated, back-to-front sloping surface.

tee shot

At 395 yards, this par-4 rewards course management over power. A well-positioned drive of 200-220 yards leaves a manageable approach while keeping you well clear of trouble, taking advantage of the consistent 54-yard fairway width.

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This 395-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 395-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 2?

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

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 2?

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

How big is the green on hole 2?

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 2?

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 2 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Grayhawk Golf Club (Raptor course). You can play this exact 395-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 →