Hole 14 at Medinah Country Club (Course 3)

Par 5 • 609 Yards • Medinah, Illinois

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The 14th hole at Medinah's storied No. 3 Course represents the course's commitment to challenging strategic design throughout the round. This demanding par 5 tests golfers' course management skills as they navigate toward the green complex. Part of Medinah's legendary championship layout, it exemplifies the precision and strategy required on this historic venue.

Tees:

609y550y531y495y

Green:30y × 25y

Fairway @250y:42y wide

6 BunkersWater dogleg

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Medinah Country Club (Course 3)

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 609 yds
Green: 4574 sq ft
Bunkers: 6
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 152
Course Rating: 78.3

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This 609-yard par-5 requires a strategic layup approach as the fairway is completely absent at the 200-yard mark, creating a forced carry situation off the tee that demands precise distance control.

approach

Target your second shot to reach the 250-yard area where the fairway opens to 42 yards wide, providing a safer landing zone for your approach to this lengthy hole.

hazard warning

Be aware of the greenside bunker complex with hazards positioned at 599.6, 587.2, and 580.6 yards - these guard the approaches to the green and will catch aggressive third shots that come up short.

green

The relatively compact 4,574 square foot green (30x25 yards) demands precise distance control on your approach shot, as missing this target will leave difficult up-and-down opportunities.

approach

With no defined landing zone from the tee, focus on course management by playing to yardages that set up comfortable approach distances rather than attempting to maximize distance on every shot.

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

How difficult is hole 14?

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 14?

Key hazards include: 5 greenside bunkers; water at 168.9 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 14?

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 14?

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 practice hole 14 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Medinah Country Club (Course 3). 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 →