Hole 16 at Morgan Run Resort & Club - North

Par 5 • 466 Yards • Rancho Santa Fe, California

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The 16th hole at Morgan Run Resort & Club - North presents a tantalizing risk-reward opportunity as a reachable par 5 stretching 466 yards through the rolling hills of Rancho Santa Fe. This straight-away design may appear deceptively simple, but the small green demands precision on every shot. With no major hazards to intimidate, aggressive players can unleash their drivers and consider going for the green in two, while the compact putting surface punishes wayward approach shots with challenging recovery situations. The hole's strategic beauty lies in club selection for the second shot – lay up for a comfortable wedge or take on the small target with a long iron. Morgan Run's signature conditioning and the intimate green complex make this a memorable test of course management and short game finesse.

Tees:

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Green:23y × 32y

Fairway @250y:36y wide

1 BunkerWaterleft dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 466 yds
Green: 4489 sq ft
Bunkers: 1
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 129
Course Rating: 66.7

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the wider landing area at 250 yards where the fairway opens to 36 yards wide, giving you more margin for error than the tighter 24-yard section at 200 yards.

approach

With bunkers positioned at 437.5 yards, lay up to around 150-160 yards for your third shot to avoid these hazards and leave a comfortable wedge into the green.

green

The relatively small 4,489 square foot green (23x32 yards) demands precision on your approach - focus on hitting the correct tier rather than going for pins near edges.

tee shot

At 466 yards, this shorter par 5 is reachable in two for longer hitters, but the narrow 24-yard fairway at 200 yards requires accuracy over distance off the tee.

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

How difficult is hole 16?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: water in play, small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 16?

Key hazards include: water at 282.1 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 16?

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

What's a good score on hole 16?

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 16 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Morgan Run Resort & Club - North. 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 →