Torrey Pines Golf Club ' North Course ' Hole by Hole - 3rd Hole
Torrey Pines Golf Club ' North Course ', California
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Hole 3 at Torrey Pines North Course is a 162-yard par-3 with an 18% greenside bunker coverage. This hole plays slightly downhill and requires accuracy off the tee to hit the green in regulation. Due to its length, this hole is reachable for most players with a mid-iron or hybrid club from the championship tees, although wind can be a factor due to its exposed location near the Pacific Ocean. During winter months when temperatures drop and winds pick up, it may be wise for golfers to select more lofted clubs such as a 7 iron or even pitching wedge depending on their ability level. The two bunkers that guard either side of the green will challenge your approach shot if you find yourself in one of them; however, they are far enough away so that they should not come into play unless you miss your target significantly.
Teebox type: Championship
Par: 3
Distance: 162 yards
Handicap: 17
Green Area:
7953
Approx Fairway Width:
Has Water:
False
Curvature:
Percent Bunkers Near green:
18
Bunker Count:
2
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
1. Select the appropriate club for the hole: Depending on your ability level and wind conditions, a mid-iron or hybrid club should be used from the championship tees. During winter months when temperatures drop and winds pick up, it may be wise to select more lofted clubs such as a 7 iron or even pitching wedge.
2. Aim carefully off the tee: Accuracy is key on this hole due to its length and exposed location near the Pacific Ocean; aim for the center of the green in order to hit it in regulation.
3. Avoid bunkers: The two bunkers that guard either side of the green can challenge your approach shot if you find yourself in one of them; aim away from them so they don't come into play unless you miss your target significantly.
4. Utilize available slopes: This hole plays slightly downhill which could provide an advantage if utilized correctly; use this slope to help control ball flight and gain extra distance off your shots if necessary.
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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