Hole 7 at Pelican Golf Club

Par 5 • 545 Yards • Belleair, Florida

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Pelican Golf Club hole 7 unfolds as a strategic par 5 that rewards patience and precision over brute strength. Stretching 545.0 yards, this dogleg right demands a well-placed tee shot that respects the bend, setting up the ideal angle for the approach shot. The green complex awaits protected by a formidable greenside bunker guarding against any careless attempt at the putting surface. Ranked the 7th handicap hole on the course, it presents a genuine test of course management—players must weigh the temptation to attack in two against the safer three-shot route. The visual drama of the dogleg, combined with the sand hazard framing the green, makes this hole a memorable centerpiece of the Belleair layout.

Tees:

545y

Green:31y × 39y

Fairway @250y:58y wide

4 Bunkersright dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 545 yds
Green: 5364 sq ft
Bunkers: 4

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

With the fairway measuring a generous 58 yards wide at both the 200 and 250-yard marks, players have ample room to favor either side off the tee, allowing longer hitters to attack while conservative players can favor width for safety.

hazard warning

Twin bunkers sitting at 302.0 and 306.2 yards pinch the second-shot landing zone on this 545-yard par 5, so players laying up should target a distance short of 300 yards to avoid this bunker cluster.

approach

A bunker positioned at 485.3 yards guards the approach into the green, meaning players should calculate their layup or second shot to leave a clean angle avoiding this hazard just short of the putting surface.

green

The medium-sized green (5,364 sq ft, 31 yards deep by 39 yards wide) rewards precise approach shots—favor accuracy over distance on your third shot to hold this moderately sized target.

tee shot

At 545 yards, this par 5 is reachable in two for long hitters, but with bunkers at 302 and 306 yards flanking the layup zone, most players should plan a three-shot strategy prioritizing fairway position over distance.

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

How difficult is hole 7?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 7?

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

How big is the green on hole 7?

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 7?

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.

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Can I practice hole 7 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Pelican Golf 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 →