Hole 9 at Harding Park Golf Course (18)

Par 5 • 495 Yards • San Francisco, California

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The closing hole at Harding Park's main 18 brings golfers home with a demanding par-5 that has tested champions at the highest level. This finishing stretch requires strategic positioning and precise execution, embodying the championship pedigree that has made Harding Park a PGA Tour venue.

Tees:

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Green:28y × 34y

Fairway @250y:38y wide

6 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 495 yds
Green: 5054 sq ft
Bunkers: 6
Course Slope: 126
Course Rating: 72.8

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Play conservatively off the tee to position for your second shot. The fairway maintains a generous 36 yards of width at the 200-yard mark, making this an ideal target zone for most golfers to set up their approach to this reachable par 5.

approach

Longer hitters can consider going for the green in two, but must navigate bunkers positioned at 443.6 and 473.9 yards from the tee. Plan your second shot carefully - a layup to around 100 yards leaves a comfortable wedge into the green.

approach

The fairway actually widens slightly to 38 yards at the 250-yard mark, giving aggressive players more room to work with on longer second shots. This extra width can be crucial when attempting to reach this 495-yard par 5 in two.

green

Target the center of this substantial 5,054 square foot green (28 yards wide by 34 yards deep) to avoid trouble. The generous size means you can be aggressive with approach shots, but precise distance control is key on such a large putting surface.

hazard warning

Beware of the greenside bunker positioned at 502.7 yards - just beyond the putting surface. Overly aggressive approaches or putts that run too far can find this trouble, turning a potential birdie into a difficult up-and-down.

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Scoring Tip

Scoring on par 5s starts with a smart second shot. Laying up to your favorite wedge distance gives you the best birdie chance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can this par 5 be reached in two?

At 495 yards, Reachable in two for longer hitters. Consider laying up short of hazards if going for it is risky.

How difficult is hole 9?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 9?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 9?

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 9?

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.

Can I practice hole 9 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 par 5 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 →