Hole 2 at Harding Park Golf Course (18)

Par 4 • 430 Yards • San Francisco, California

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The second hole at TPC Harding Park exemplifies the parkland-style golf that defines this historic San Francisco municipal course. Originally part of Willie Watson's 1925 design, this straightaway par 4 challenges golfers with its demanding approach to a well-protected green. The hole embodies the honest, no-frills character that has made Harding Park a beloved championship venue.

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430y400y360y320y

Green:26y × 33y

Fairway @250y:34y wide

3 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 430 yds
Green: 4581 sq ft
Bunkers: 3
Course Slope: 126
Course Rating: 72.8

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Position your tee shot carefully on this 430-yard par 4, as the fairway maintains a consistent width of 35 yards at the 200-yard mark and only slightly narrows to 34 yards at 250 yards, giving you a decent target but requiring precision.

hazard warning

Beware of the bunker positioned at 224.9 yards from the tee - this hazard sits right in the prime landing zone for most golfers' drives, so club selection and accuracy off the tee are critical.

approach

After navigating the tee shot bunkers, you'll face an approach to a moderately-sized green measuring 4,581 square feet (26 yards by 32 yards), which provides a reasonable target but demands accurate iron play.

hazard warning

Long hitters need to be aware of the bunker at 244.5 yards, which can catch aggressive drives that carry too far, making course management crucial on this hole.

approach

With a bunker positioned at 382.5 yards from the tee, greenside hazards come into play for approach shots, so focus on distance control to avoid running through this relatively compact 26x32 yard green.

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This 430-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

Why is hole 2 called 'Riverside Course'?

Based on the historical context, hole 2 is not specifically called "Riverside Course" - rather, "Riverside Course" was the nickname for the entire Warren G. Harding Memorial Golf Course when it opened in 1923. The course earned this nickname due to its location along the water features in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park area.

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 430-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.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 2?

Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker. 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 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 Harding Park Golf Course (18). You can play this exact 430-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 →