Hole 18 at Poppy Hills Golf Course

Par 5 • 502 Yards • Pebble Beach, California

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The 18th hole at Poppy Hills serves as the course's signature finishing hole, providing an exciting risk/reward opportunity through the towering Monterey Pines of the Del Monte Forest. This closing par 5 epitomizes the "patience and precision" philosophy that defines the renovated layout, offering glimpses of Monterey Bay as golfers navigate their final strategic decisions.

Tees:

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Green:30y × 37y

Fairway @250y:43y wide

10 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 502 yds
Green: 6053 sq ft
Bunkers: 10

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Position your tee shot carefully to avoid the bunkers at 237y and 242y - aim for the center-right portion of the fairway which widens to 43 yards at the 250y mark, giving you more room and a better angle for your second shot on this reachable par 5.

approach

At 502 yards, this par 5 is very reachable in two for longer hitters - if going for the green, be aware of the bunker positioned at 504y which guards the green complex and could catch aggressive second shots that come up just short.

green

The green measures 30 yards by 37 yards (6,052 sq ft), making it a generous target for approach shots - use this size to your advantage when going for the green in two, as you have room to be slightly off with your distance control.

hazard warning

Three bunkers create a strategic challenge between 237-242 yards from the tee - conservative players should lay up short of these hazards, while aggressive players must carry them to reach the wider fairway at 250y.

approach

If laying up after your tee shot, position yourself in the 30-yard wide fairway at the 200y marker to leave a comfortable wedge into the large green - this conservative strategy ensures you avoid the greenside bunker at 504y.

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

How difficult is hole 18?

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

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 18?

Key hazards include: 5 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 18?

The green is fairly large with multiple pin positions. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.

What's a good score on hole 18?

This hole is a solid birdie opportunity with smart layup strategy. Most golfers can reach in three. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge.

Can I practice hole 18 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Poppy Hills Golf 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. Shop home golf simulators →