Hole 2 at Torrey Pines Golf Club ' South Course '

Par 4 • 389 Yards • La Jolla, California

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Challenging

The second hole at Torrey Pines South Course exemplifies the precision-demanding design that has challenged PGA Tour professionals at the Farmers Insurance Open for decades. This deceptively short par 4 rewards strategic thinking over raw power, setting up players for the coastal challenges that lie ahead on William Bell Sr.'s championship layout.

Tees:

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Green:29y × 34y

Fairway @250y:38y wide

5 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 389 yds
Green: 5347 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Course Slope: 143
Course Rating: 78.1

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Bunkers everywhere — a versatile wedge is your scoring club on this hole.

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

At just 389 yards, this short par 4 rewards accuracy over distance. The fairway maintains consistent width - 37 yards at 200 yards and 38 yards at 250 yards - so focus on finding the short grass rather than maximum distance off the tee.

approach

With bunkers positioned at 374 yards from the tee, your approach shot will play over or very close to these hazards. Plan your tee shot to leave a comfortable wedge or short iron that can easily clear the greenside protection.

green

The green measures 28 yards by 34 yards (5,347 square feet), making it a relatively compact target. With bunkers guarding both sides as mentioned in the course guide, precision is more important than aggressive pin-hunting on your approach.

tee shot

Consider laying up with a 3-wood or hybrid to around 200 yards, leaving yourself in the 37-yard-wide fairway with a full wedge approach. This conservative strategy helps avoid the greenside bunkers while maintaining good angle control.

approach

The relatively small green dimensions (28x34 yards) combined with the uphill slope mentioned in the course guide make club selection critical. Take one extra club to ensure you reach the putting surface and avoid the short-side bunkers.

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This 389-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 389-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.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 2?

Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 2?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

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 Torrey Pines Golf Club ' South Course '. You can play this exact 389-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 →