Hole 2 at El Caballero Country Club

Par 4 • 434 Yards • Tarzana, California

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The second hole at El Caballero showcases Robert Trent Jones Sr.'s signature design philosophy with its demanding precision off the tee. This challenging par 4 exemplifies the course's reputation for tight fairways and strategic bunkering that has earned recognition as the "Finest course in the Valley."

Tees:

434y412y

Green:31y × 27y

Fairway @250y:61y wide

4 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 434 yds
Green: 3609 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 132
Course Rating: 73.2

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the 200-yard mark with your tee shot to find the narrowest part of the fairway at just 32 yards wide. This sets up the ideal angle for your approach while avoiding the fairway bunkers that guard the landing area beyond 340 yards.

tee shot

If you can carry 250 yards safely, the fairway opens up significantly to 61 yards wide, giving you much more room to work with. However, be aware that three bunkers await at 345, 364, and 376 yards for overly aggressive drives.

hazard warning

Three strategically placed bunkers at 344.6, 363.7, and 376.2 yards create a serious hazard zone. Club down if needed to stay short of 340 yards, as Robert Trent Jones Sr. designed these signature bunkers to punish overly aggressive drives.

approach

From a well-positioned drive at 200-220 yards, you'll face a mid-iron approach of 210-230 yards to a generous green measuring 30 by 27 yards. The large target allows for aggressive pin-seeking on this 434-yard par 4.

green

With 3,609 square feet of putting surface, this green offers plenty of room for error on your approach shot. Focus on getting your ball onto the correct tier rather than attacking tight pin positions, especially given the daunting greenside bunkers typical of Robert Trent Jones Sr. designs.

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

How difficult is hole 2?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered, small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 2?

Key hazards include: 3 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 2?

The green is small and requires precision. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 2?

This hole is a demanding hole where bogey is not unusual. This longer par 4 will test most golfers. Focus on position over distance.

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

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for El Caballero Country Club. You can play this exact 434-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 →