Hole 18 at Glen Club, The

Par 5 • 561 Yards • Glenview, Illinois

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The 18th hole at Glen Club serves as a fitting finale to a course steeped in over a century of golf history, dating back to the original 1906 design by legendary architects James Braid and Ben Sayers. This challenging par 5 demands both power and precision, testing every aspect of your game as you complete your round on this historic links-style layout.

Tees:

561y530y

Green:30y × 30y

Fairway @250y:58y wide

9 BunkersWater dogleg

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NV5 Invitational

Jul 23–26, 2026 at Glen Club, The. Passes typically start around $75. Prices rise as the tournament approaches.

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 561 yds
Green: 5103 sq ft
Bunkers: 9
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 136
Course Rating: 75.7

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This 561-yard par 5 offers birdie opportunities with smart positioning. Focus on finding the fairway which provides a generous 68-yard width at the 200-yard mark, giving you plenty of room to work with off the tee.

approach

The fairway tightens significantly for your second shot, narrowing to just 58 yards at the 250-yard distance. This creates a strategic decision point - lay up short of this pinch point or challenge the narrower landing area for a shorter approach.

hazard warning

Three bunkers guard the approach zone and green area at distances of 493, 499, and 510 yards from the tee. These strategically placed hazards will catch aggressive second shots and errant approaches, so factor them into your layup and approach club selection.

green

The putting surface measures 30 yards by 30 yards with 5,103 square feet of green to work with. This generous target rewards accurate approach shots, but the large surface means reading the slopes and pin position will be crucial for birdie putts.

approach

At 561 yards total, most golfers will play this as a three-shot hole. Plan your second shot to leave a comfortable wedge distance to the pin, avoiding the bunker complex that begins around 493 yards and extends to 510 yards from the tee.

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This 561-yard par 5 is ideal for working on your driver accuracy. Launch monitors from $600 let you practice this exact shot with real course data from home.

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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.

NV5 Invitational — Jul 23–26, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can this par 5 be reached in two?

At 561 yards, A true three-shot hole for most players. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge distance.

How difficult is hole 18?

This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 5, water in play, heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 18?

Key hazards include: 3 greenside bunkers; water at 429.0 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 18?

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 18?

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.

Can I watch hole 18 at the NV5 Invitational in person?

Yes — the NV5 Invitational at Glen Club, The is one of the PGA Tour's most-attended events, drawing over 200,000 spectators across the week. Hole 18 is a popular viewing spot. StubHub typically lists single-day grounds passes starting around $75–$150, with premium grandstand and hospitality options available for serious fans. Prices tend to climb as the tournament approaches, so buying early often saves 30–40%. Buy NV5 Invitational tickets on StubHub →

Can I practice hole 18 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 →