Hole 5 at Seminole Golf Club

Par 3 • 202 Yards • North Palm Beach, Florida

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The fifth hole at Seminole Golf Club presents a deceptively challenging par 3 that embodies the course's reputation for precision golf along Florida's Atlantic coast. At 202 yards, this straight shot demands commitment and accuracy to a small, well-guarded green that punishes anything less than a pure strike. The hole's beauty lies in its apparent simplicity - no significant hazards complicate the visual, yet the compact target and coastal winds create a stern test of club selection and execution. What makes this Seminole Golf Club hole 5 memorable is how it rewards confident ball-striking while exposing any weakness in iron play, serving as a perfect example of Donald Ross's philosophy that great golf holes don't need elaborate features to challenge the world's best players.

Tees:

202y178y156y138y

Green:22y × 32y

9 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 3
Yardage: 202 yds
Green: 4317 sq ft
Bunkers: 9
Course Slope: 143
Course Rating: 73.6

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A hybrid or long iron makes this long par 3 far more manageable off the tee.

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Club selection is critical on this 202-yard par 3 - take one extra club to ensure you clear the bunkers positioned at 160.5 yards and reach the putting surface with confidence.

approach

Aim for the center of the compact 4,317 square foot green (22y x 32y) rather than attacking pins - the relatively small target demands precision over aggression.

hazard warning

With no fairway bailout area available (0 yards wide at both 200y and 250y), this is a pure target golf hole - you must hit the green or face a difficult recovery shot.

green

The green's 22-yard width provides a reasonable margin for error laterally, but with its 32-yard depth, focus on getting your distance control dialed in to avoid long putts.

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This par 3 is ideal for working on your long iron or hybrid. Launch monitors from $600 let you practice this exact shot with real course data from home.

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Scoring Tip

On long par 3s, hitting the green is a win — don't be afraid to take one extra club and aim center.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What club should I use on this par 3?

At 202 yards, most golfers will need a long iron or hybrid (5-iron to 6-iron) to reach this green. Adjust for elevation, wind, and pin position.

How difficult is hole 5?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 3, small green.

How big is the green on hole 5?

The green is small and requires precision. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 5?

This hole is a challenging par where bogey is acceptable. This longer par 3 will test your long iron or hybrid game. Par is a good score.

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

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Seminole Golf Club. You can play this exact par 3 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 →