Hole 8 at PGA WEST (Norman course)

La Quinta, California • Par 5 • 617 Back-Tee Yards

Par 5617 ydsStroke Index 3
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Hole 8 Gameplan by Handicap

Play Style:
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Tee Shot Gameplan (3-wood)

Play for position with 3-wood

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Approach Shot (Driver)

Aim for center of green from 252.75 yards

Hole 8 Green Complex

Mapped green boundary

Green Surface
Dimensions
24.7y Deep × 39.5y Wide
Mapped green boundary

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I practice hole 8 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for PGA WEST (Norman course). 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.

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