Hole 5 at Harding Park Golf Course (18)

Par 4 • 395 Yards • San Francisco, California

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The fifth hole at TPC Harding Park represents the municipal course's solid, no-nonsense approach to golf design. This straightforward par 4 embodies the parkland character that made Harding Park worthy of hosting major championships. While lacking the architectural flair of its famous private neighbors, it demands precision and rewards strategic thinking.

Tees:

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Green:24y × 41y

Fairway @250y:35y wide

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 395 yds
Green: 4873 sq ft
Course Slope: 126
Course Rating: 72.8

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

With the fairway maintaining 37 yards of width at the 200-yard mark, focus on accuracy over distance. A controlled driver or 3-wood to the 200-yard zone leaves an ideal approach distance while keeping you in the short grass.

tee shot

The fairway slightly narrows from 37 yards at 200 yards to 35 yards at 250 yards, so aggressive drivers need precise execution. Consider club selection based on your accuracy with longer clubs.

approach

From the ideal 200-yard tee shot position, you'll have approximately 195 yards remaining to a generously-sized green measuring 4,873 square feet. This gives you room for error on your approach shot.

green

The green's dimensions of 24 yards wide by 41 yards deep provide multiple pin positions. Pay attention to pin placement - the 41-yard depth means front and back pins play significantly different.

approach

At 395 yards total length, this par 4 rewards strategic positioning over pure distance. A 200-yard tee shot leaves a manageable mid-iron approach to the large green.

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This 395-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

Focus on getting your approach inside 20 feet. Two putts from there and you walk away with par.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 395-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 5?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

How big is the green on hole 5?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 5?

This hole is a medium-length test where par is a solid result. A straightforward par 4 where course management pays off.

Can I practice hole 5 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 395-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 →