Hole 6 at Doral Golf Resort and Spa 'The Blue monster'

Par 4 • 442 Yards • Miami, Florida

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The 6th hole at Doral's legendary Blue Monster continues the course's reputation for demanding precision that has challenged PGA Tour professionals for decades. This strategic par-4 exemplifies the narrow landing areas and unforgiving design that made the Blue Monster a bucket-list destination since Alfred Kaskel's 1962 creation.

Tees:

442y415y390y348y

Green:35y × 19y

Fairway @250y:42y wide

5 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 442 yds
Green: 3712 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 135
Course Rating: 75.6

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Position your tee shot carefully on this demanding par 4, as the fairway narrows from 45 yards wide at the 200-yard mark to just 42 yards at 250 yards. This 3-yard reduction in width makes distance control crucial for longer hitters.

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Three strategically placed bunkers guard the landing zone between 237-279 yards from the tee. The cluster of sand traps at 237.5, 276.1, and 279.0 yards creates a gauntlet that demands precise club selection and accuracy off the tee.

approach

From the ideal driving distance of 250 yards, you'll face approximately a 192-yard approach shot into a moderately-sized green measuring 3,712 square feet. The green's dimensions of 34 yards deep by 19 yards wide provide a reasonable target, but precision is still required.

tee shot

Consider laying up short of the bunker complex with a 3-wood or long iron to the 200-yard mark, where you'll have the maximum fairway width of 45 yards. This conservative strategy leaves a longer but safer approach shot on this 442-yard hole.

green

The green's compact 19-yard width makes lateral accuracy critical on your approach shot. Missing left or right of this relatively narrow target will likely result in challenging up-and-down situations around the putting surface.

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Scoring Tip

When water is in play, commit to a conservative target. A bogey beats a big number every time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 442-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 6?

This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: water in play, heavily bunkered, small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 6?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers; water at 170.4 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 6?

The green is small and requires precision. The green is wider than it is deep, rewarding shots that find the correct tier. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 6?

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 6 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Doral Golf Resort and Spa 'The Blue monster'. You can play this exact 442-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 →