Hole 5 at Cypress Point Club
- Par
- 5
- Yardage
- 493 yds
- Stroke index
- 11
- Hazards
- 7 bunkers
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 29 yds deep × 28 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Pro tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Pro tees · Par 5 · 493 yards
The plan for No. 5
Cypress Point Club hole 5 presents a deceptively challenging par 5 that exemplifies the understated elegance of Alastair MacKenzie's masterful design. At 493 yards, this straight-away hole may appear straightforward, but its strategic nuances reveal themselves with each shot. The generous fairway invites an aggressive tee shot, yet positioning becomes crucial for the approach to the small, subtly contoured green. Without the dramatic oceanside theatrics of the course's famous finishing holes, this mid-round gem demands precision and course management. The compact green complex punishes wayward approach shots, making three-putt scenarios a constant threat. Smart golfers recognize that par represents an excellent score on this hole, where the premium is placed on accuracy over power, setting up the dramatic coastal stretch that follows.
Off the tee
The tee shot strategy centers on finding the optimal position for your second shot. With a straight layout and no major hazards, you can be aggressive with your driver or fairway wood. Focus on the center-left portion of the fairway to set up the best angle for your approach. Longer hitters should consider their second shot positioning - being too far down the fairway might leave an awkward yardage for the approach. A smooth, controlled swing that finds the fairway center will always trump an aggressive swing that finds trouble.
Approach & recovery
Your approach strategy depends heavily on whether you're going for the green in two or laying up. For those attempting to reach in two, target the center of the green regardless of pin position - the small green size makes precision paramount. If laying up, position your second shot to leave a comfortable full wedge or short iron distance. Avoid getting caught between clubs, as the small green punishes anything less than precise approach shots. The unknown green shape suggests playing conservatively to the center until you can read the contours.
On the green
The small green size means every putt matters significantly. Focus on lag putting to avoid three-putts, as the compact surface likely features subtle breaks that can be tricky to read. Until you learn the specific contours, aim for the center of the cup on shorter putts and prioritize getting longer putts close rather than being aggressive. The green's size means that even slight misreads can result in putts rolling off the putting surface.
Watch for
- Crossing center (center)
- Crossing center (center)
Hole 5 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 4,337 sq ft
Course coverage
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Pro tees · 493 yards.
Can this par 5 be reached in two?
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At 493 yards, Reachable in two for longer hitters. Consider laying up short of hazards if going for it is risky.
How difficult is hole 5?
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This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.
How big is the green on hole 5?
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The green is small and requires precision. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.
What's a good score on hole 5?
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This hole is a reachable par 5 with eagle chances for longer hitters. Birdie is very much in play here if you can set up a good approach.