Hole 9 at Lake Nona Golf & Country Club

Par 5 • 534 Yards • Orlando, Florida

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The ninth hole at Lake Nona Golf & Country Club serves as a compelling finale to the front nine, presenting golfers with a strategic 534-yard par 5 that rewards both power and precision. This straight-away design may appear deceptively simple at first glance, but the absence of major hazards places premium emphasis on course management and execution. The generous fairway invites an aggressive tee shot, allowing longer hitters to consider going for the green in two shots. However, the small green complex demands surgical accuracy on approach shots, as even well-struck balls can easily roll off the putting surface. What makes this hole memorable is its pure test of shot-making ability – without water or bunkers to distract, golfers must rely entirely on their swing and strategy to score well.

Tees:

534y

Green:31y × 20y

Fairway @250y:53y wide

7 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 534 yds
Green: 3814 sq ft
Bunkers: 7

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the center-right of the fairway for your tee shot, as the fairway widens significantly from 39 yards at the 200-yard mark to 53 yards at 250 yards, giving longer hitters more room to work with.

approach

On your second shot, be aware of the bunker complex positioned at 359.8 and 380.2 yards from the tee - lay up short of these hazards if you can't comfortably carry them, leaving yourself a manageable third shot.

green

The green measures 30 yards deep by 20 yards wide with 3,814 square feet of putting surface - this relatively compact target rewards precision over power on your approach shot.

hazard warning

Long hitters attempting to reach in two must navigate the bunker at 493.8 yards, which sits dangerously close to the green - ensure you have the distance and accuracy before attempting this aggressive play.

approach

At 534 yards, this par-5 is reachable in two for longer players, but the smart play for most golfers is a conservative three-shot strategy that avoids the bunker hazards and sets up a comfortable approach to the compact green.

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

How difficult is hole 9?

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 9?

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

How big is the green on hole 9?

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 9?

This hole is a solid birdie opportunity with smart layup strategy. Most golfers can reach in three. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge.

Can I practice hole 9 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Lake Nona Golf & Country Club. 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 →