Torrey Pines Golf Club ' South Course ' Hole by Hole - 1st Hole

Hole 1 at Torrey Pines Golf Club South Course is a long par 4, measuring 450 yards from the championship tees. The fairway bends slightly to the right, so a tee shot that favors the left side of the fairway will give you the best angle into this green. From there, your approach shot should take into account any wind conditions and avoid five greenside bunkers which make up 5% of total area surrounding this large 9059 square foot green. Depending on weather conditions across each season (altitude, temperature and/or wind) ball flight may be affected accordingly; for example in summer months when temperatures are higher golfers should expect more carry distance with their shots. With an average drive length of 217 yards, players will likely need to hit a 7 iron or pitching wedge for their approach shot depending on how far they can get down the fairway.