Cypress Point Club Hole by Hole - 3rd Hole

Hole 3 at Cypress Point Club is a 162-yard par 3 from the Pro tees, 155 yards from Men's tees and 142 yards from Women's tees. With an average handicap of 17, this hole can be challenging for players of all levels. The green area measures 7861 square feet and has four greenside bunkers which make up 33% of the total surface area.

This hole plays differently depending on the season due to local weather conditions such as altitude, temperature and wind that may affect ball flight conditions. In springtime, expect variable winds that could cause your shot to drift off course if not accounted for in your club selection or aim point. During summer months, temperatures are typically warmer so you should adjust accordingly by selecting a club with more loft than usual to get maximum carry distance over the bunker hazards guarding the green. Fall brings cooler temperatures but also increased winds that can add difficulty to approach shots if not taken into account when selecting clubs or aiming points around the green. Winter months bring colder temperatures and usually calmer winds so you will need slightly less club than normal when hitting into this relatively short par 3 hole.

For most golfers playing at Cypress Point Club who hit drivers ~217 yards, 7 irons ~140 yards and pitching wedges ~120 yards it is recommended they use either a 6 iron (for Men’s tee) or 8 iron (for Women’s tee) off the tee in order to avoid any potential trouble areas near the landing zone while still leaving themselves enough room for their approach shot onto this well guarded green with its 33% greenside bunker coverage rate.