Hole 5 at TPC Sawgrass (Stadium)
Par 4 • 469 Yards • Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
Hole 5 Caddie Notes
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Detailed Strategy Tips
This 461-yard par 4 demands accuracy off the tee, as the fairway narrows to just 22 yards wide at the 200-yard mark. Favor a controlled shot shape over sheer distance to find this tight landing zone.
Players who can carry the ball past 250 yards will find a slightly more forgiving fairway width of 26 yards, offering a better angle into this long par 4.
Approach shots must contend with a cluster of bunkers guarding the green complex at 476.1, 434.3, and 431.5 yards. Club selection should account for carrying these hazards, especially on a 461-yard par 4 where the approach is often a mid-to-long iron or hybrid.
The green is classified as small at 4,349 sq ft (25 yards by 34 yards), so precision on the approach is critical. Missing the target here leaves little margin for error given the tight bunker placement short of the putting surface.
Given the 461-yard length and small 25y x 34y green, plan your tee shot to leave a full, controlled approach rather than a long iron fighting for a small target—positioning trumps distance on this hole.
How to Play This Hole
Off the Tee
Off the tee at Hole 5, a 466-yard par 4, respect the water that runs the entire length down the left side—it's the hole's defining hazard and the one place you truly cannot afford to bail out. Favor a 3-wood or long iron that comfortably finds the fairway rather than forcing a driver into a tight look; taking a bit off the tee shot to stay right of center keeps you away from the trees and bunkers that pinch in from the right while still leaving a manageable angle in.
Your approach will likely be a mid-to-long iron given the hole's length, so club up rather than short—coming up shy leaves a tricky pitch over front bunkers guarding the elevated green. Aim for the center of the green regardless of pin position; this green rewards conservative shot-making far more than heroics, and missing long or left brings the water back into play on recovery.
Around the green, be mindful that the surface sits above the fairway, so any short-side miss makes for a delicate up-and-down—favor bump-and-run chips that stay low rather than high, risky flop shots. Above all, avoid the temptation to chase the left side of the fairway for a better angle; the water is unforgiving, and a shot played safely right, even from the rough, is always the smarter play on this hole.
Approach Shot
Hole 5 Green Complex & Slope
USGS 3DEP LiDAR DEM Green Elevation Analysis
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Hand-crafted 18-hole strategy & yardage packet tailored for your upcoming round at TPC Sawgrass (Stadium). Includes high-resolution 2D vector hole plots, green contour notes, hazard targets, and caddie advice.
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Detailed Strategy Tips
This 461-yard par 4 demands accuracy off the tee, as the fairway narrows to just 22 yards wide at the 200-yard mark. Favor a controlled shot shape over sheer distance to find this tight landing zone.
Players who can carry the ball past 250 yards will find a slightly more forgiving fairway width of 26 yards, offering a better angle into this long par 4.
Approach shots must contend with a cluster of bunkers guarding the green complex at 476.1, 434.3, and 431.5 yards. Club selection should account for carrying these hazards, especially on a 461-yard par 4 where the approach is often a mid-to-long iron or hybrid.
The green is classified as small at 4,349 sq ft (25 yards by 34 yards), so precision on the approach is critical. Missing the target here leaves little margin for error given the tight bunker placement short of the putting surface.
Given the 461-yard length and small 25y x 34y green, plan your tee shot to leave a full, controlled approach rather than a long iron fighting for a small target—positioning trumps distance on this hole.
How to Play This Hole
Off the Tee
Off the tee at Hole 5, a 466-yard par 4, respect the water that runs the entire length down the left side—it's the hole's defining hazard and the one place you truly cannot afford to bail out. Favor a 3-wood or long iron that comfortably finds the fairway rather than forcing a driver into a tight look; taking a bit off the tee shot to stay right of center keeps you away from the trees and bunkers that pinch in from the right while still leaving a manageable angle in.
Your approach will likely be a mid-to-long iron given the hole's length, so club up rather than short—coming up shy leaves a tricky pitch over front bunkers guarding the elevated green. Aim for the center of the green regardless of pin position; this green rewards conservative shot-making far more than heroics, and missing long or left brings the water back into play on recovery.
Around the green, be mindful that the surface sits above the fairway, so any short-side miss makes for a delicate up-and-down—favor bump-and-run chips that stay low rather than high, risky flop shots. Above all, avoid the temptation to chase the left side of the fairway for a better angle; the water is unforgiving, and a shot played safely right, even from the rough, is always the smarter play on this hole.
Approach Shot
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best strategy off the tee?
For this 461-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.
How difficult is hole 5?
This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4, water in play, heavily bunkered, small green.
What hazards should I watch out for on hole 5?
Key hazards include: 4 greenside bunkers; water at 365.7 yards. 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 one of the tougher holes where par feels like birdie. A challenging par 4. Accept that bogey happens and avoid big numbers.
Can I practice hole 5 on a golf simulator at home?
Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for TPC Sawgrass (Stadium). You can play this exact 469-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 →
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Hole Stats
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 469 yds
- Green
- 4349 sq ft
- Bunkers
- 8
- Water
- Yes
- Course Slope
- 155
- Course Rating
- 76.8
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