Hole 14 at Glen Club, The

Par 5 • 472 Yards • Glenview, Illinois

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The first of two back-nine par 5s, hole 14 at The Glen Club features the course's iconic bridge spanning McMichael Creek, creating one of the most memorable and scenic holes on the layout. This strategic par 5 offers longer hitters the opportunity to reach the green in two, but demands precise positioning to set up the approach.

Tees:

472y445y

Green:34y × 21y

Fairway @250y:68y wide

5 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 472 yds
Green: 4264 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 136
Course Rating: 75.7

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the center-left portion of the fairway to avoid the hazardous woods and fescue on both sides. The fairway provides a generous 80-yard width at the 200-yard mark, giving you room to work with while staying away from trouble.

approach

Be aware that the fairway narrows significantly to just 68 yards at the 250-yard distance. Longer hitters should consider laying up short of this pinch point to maintain optimal positioning for their third shot.

hazard warning

Avoid the bunker positioned at 202.6 yards from the tee, which sits right in the prime landing zone for most golfers' drives. Plan your tee shot to either carry over it or lay up short depending on your distance capabilities.

approach

At 472 yards total length, this par 5 is reachable in two for longer hitters, but the compact 4,264 square foot green (34x21 yards) demands precision. Consider the risk-reward carefully before attempting to reach in two.

green

When approaching the relatively narrow 21-yard deep green, remember that short approaches tend to scoot forward. Factor in the sand bunker guarding the left side and grass bunker on the right when selecting your landing spot.

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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 472 yards, Reachable in two for longer hitters. Consider laying up short of hazards if going for it is risky.

How difficult is hole 14?

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 14?

Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker; water at 90.4 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 14?

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.

Which side of the fairway is safer on hole 14?

Aim for the left side of the fairway when possible. Missing right (water) brings more trouble into play.

What's a good score on hole 14?

This hole is a reachable par 5 with eagle chances for longer hitters. Birdie is very much in play here if you can set up a good approach.

Can I practice hole 14 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Glen Club, The. 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 →