Hole 5 at Broken Sound Club (Old Course)

Par 4 • 409 Yards • Boca Raton, Florida

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Challenging

The fifth hole at Broken Sound Club's Old Course showcases the elegant design philosophy of renowned architect Rees Jones in his recent redesign of this prestigious Audubon Sanctuary certified layout. This straightforward par-4 demands precision and strategic thinking, embodying the club's reputation for combining challenging golf with refined hospitality.

Tees:

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Green:23y × 32y

Fairway @250y:32y wide

4 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 409 yds
Green: 3594 sq ft
Bunkers: 4

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

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the center-left portion of the fairway with your tee shot, as the fairway narrows significantly from 40 yards wide at the 200-yard mark to just 32 yards wide at 250 yards. This narrowing demands precision on longer drives.

hazard warning

Be aware of the bunker positioned at 252 yards from the tee - longer hitters need to either lay up short of this hazard or ensure they can carry it comfortably to avoid a difficult sand shot.

approach

From a well-positioned tee shot, you'll face an approach of roughly 150-180 yards to a moderately-sized green measuring 23 yards wide by 32 yards deep. Club selection is crucial as the green provides a reasonable target but demands accuracy.

green

The green's 3,594 square feet offers a decent landing area, but with its rectangular shape (23y x 32y), pin position will greatly influence your approach strategy - aim for the center when the pin is tucked.

hazard warning

Two additional bunkers guard the green area at 367 and 411 yards from the tee, likely protecting the front and sides of the putting surface. Factor these into your approach club selection and target line.

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This 409-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 409-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 5?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered, small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 5?

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

How big is the green on hole 5?

The green is small and requires precision. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 5?

This hole is a demanding hole where bogey is not unusual. This longer par 4 will test most golfers. Focus on position over distance.

Can I practice hole 5 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Broken Sound Club (Old Course). You can play this exact 409-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 →