Hole 6 at Torrey Pines Golf Club ' South Course '

Par 5 • 560 Yards • La Jolla, California

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The sixth hole at Torrey Pines South Course continues the championship pedigree that has challenged PGA Tour professionals at the Farmers Insurance Open for decades. This demanding par 5 requires strategic thinking and precise execution, embodying the course's reputation as one of golf's most respected municipal layouts. Built on former military land overlooking the Pacific, it showcases the natural beauty and strategic complexity that defines this storied venue.

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Green:32y × 31y

Fairway @250y:53y wide

9 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 560 yds
Green: 5386 sq ft
Bunkers: 9
Course Slope: 143
Course Rating: 78.1

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

On this 560-yard par 5, your tee shot has generous room to work with as the fairway widens to 53 yards at the 250-yard mark. Favor the left side of the fairway to avoid the grove of Torrey Pines on the right that creates blind approach shots.

approach

With the fairway measuring 46 yards wide at 200 yards, position your second shot to set up the best angle into the green. The large green (5,386 sq ft) gives you a good target, but avoid going long where recovery becomes difficult.

green

The green measures 32 yards by 31 yards, providing a substantial target for your approach. However, two large bunkers guard the green, so club selection and precision are critical to avoid these hazards and set up birdie opportunities.

hazard warning

Bunkers positioned at 503 yards create a strategic challenge for longer hitters attempting to reach in two. Calculate your carry distance carefully and consider laying up short of these hazards to ensure a clean third shot.

approach

This par 5 stretches 560 yards, making it reachable in two for long hitters in favorable conditions. However, the strategic play for most golfers is a three-shot approach, using the generous fairway width to position each shot optimally.

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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 560 yards, A true three-shot hole for most players. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge distance.

How difficult is hole 6?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 5.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 6?

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

How big is the green on hole 6?

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 6?

This hole is a true three-shot hole where birdie requires execution. This longer par 5 demands patience. Two good shots set up the scoring opportunity.

Can I practice hole 6 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 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 →