Hole 2 at Newport Beach Country Club, The

Par 4 • 390 Yards • Newport Beach, California

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The second hole at Newport Country Club showcases the traditional design philosophy that defines this historic Rhode Island layout. Part of the original routing that dates back to the 1890s, this straightforward par-4 exemplifies the club's reputation for classic, strategic golf without unnecessary complications.

Tees:

390y390y380y339y

Green:24y × 25y

Fairway @250y:44y wide

3 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 390 yds
Green: 3570 sq ft
Bunkers: 3
Course Slope: 132
Course Rating: 73.7

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the center-left portion of the fairway with your tee shot, as the fairway maintains a generous 47-yard width at the 200-yard mark, giving you ample room to avoid the bunker positioned at 247.5 yards down the right side.

hazard warning

Be aware of the bunker complex at 247.5 yards from the tee - longer hitters should consider a controlled driver or 3-wood to stay short of this hazard while still leaving a manageable approach distance.

approach

From a well-positioned tee shot, you'll face approximately a 140-150 yard approach to a compact 3,570 square foot green that measures just 24 yards in both length and width - precision is crucial on this small target.

approach

The fairway remains relatively consistent, narrowing only slightly to 44 yards at the 250-yard mark, so focus on distance control rather than direction for longer approach shots to this square-shaped green.

green

With greenside bunkers positioned at 368.0 and 368.3 yards from the tee, missing the 24x24 yard green long or right will likely find sand - aim for the center of this compact putting surface rather than attacking pins.

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This 390-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

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 390-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. Key challenges include: small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 2?

Key hazards include: 2 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 medium-length test where par is a solid result. A straightforward par 4 where course management pays off.

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

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Newport Beach Country Club, The. You can play this exact 390-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 →