Hole 2 at Coronado Golf Course

Par 5 • 500 Yards • Coronado, California

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Hole 2 at Coronado Golf Course showcases the unique engineering history of this bayside layout, built from dredged material that created the land beneath your feet. This par 5 was literally carved from San Diego Bay fill when the iconic Coronado Bridge construction transformed the original Jack Daray design in the late 1960s.

Tees:

500y485y450y

Green:31y × 36y

Fairway @250y:36y wide

4 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 500 yds
Green: 5447 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 126
Course Rating: 73.7

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

On this 500-yard par 5, position your tee shot to reach the optimal landing zone around 200 yards where the fairway is 35 yards wide. This sets up the best angle for your second shot while avoiding the bunkers positioned at 181 yards.

approach

For your second shot, target the 250-yard mark where the fairway opens up to 42 yards wide, giving you more room to work with. This wider landing area provides better positioning for your approach to the green.

hazard warning

Be aware of the bunker complex at 181 yards from the tee. Conservative players should lay up short of this hazard, while longer hitters need to carry at least 200 yards to clear the trouble and find the fairway.

green

The green measures 31 yards by 36 yards with 5447 square feet of putting surface, making it a generous target for your approach. Use the green's size to your advantage by aiming for the center and letting your ball work toward pin positions.

approach

Given the 500-yard total length and reachable nature of this par 5, most players will have a mid to short iron into the green after two good shots. The large green size of 5447 square feet rewards aggressive play for birdie opportunities.

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Scoring Tip

Scoring on par 5s starts with a smart second shot. Laying up to your favorite wedge distance gives you the best birdie chance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can this par 5 be reached in two?

At 500 yards, Reachable in two for longer hitters. Consider laying up short of hazards if going for it is risky.

How difficult is hole 2?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

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 solid birdie opportunity with smart layup strategy. Most golfers can reach in three. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge.

Can I practice hole 2 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Coronado Golf Course. You can play this exact par 5 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 →