Hole 11 at Woodholme Country Club

Par 5506 Yards • Pikesville, Maryland

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Challenging

The 506-yard par 5 eleventh hole at Woodholme Country Club presents a deceptively straightforward challenge that rewards precision over power. This straight-away layout invites aggressive play with its generous fairway corridors, but the small green complex demands surgical accuracy on the approach. Without significant hazards to navigate, golfers can focus purely on distance control and positioning, making this a true test of course management skills. The compact putting surface becomes the hole's primary defense, turning what appears to be a birdie opportunity into a demanding two-putt challenge. Smart players will prioritize hitting the correct tier of this diminutive green rather than attacking every pin, as the short game around this target requires finesse and local knowledge to master effectively.

Tees:
506y497y434y
Green:23y × 25y
Fairway @250y:12y wide
7 Bunkersright dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par
5
Yardage
506 yds
Green
3265 sq ft
Bunkers
7
Course Slope
134
Course Rating
73.4

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Focus on accuracy over distance on your tee shot, as the fairway maintains a narrow 12-yard width at both the 200 and 250-yard markers. A controlled drive with a 3-wood or hybrid may be the smarter play to ensure you stay in the short grass.

approach

With this 506-yard par 5, most golfers will need a strategic layup for their second shot. Position your approach to leave a comfortable wedge distance to the green, avoiding the bunker complex located at 468.9 yards from the tee.

hazard warning

Be extremely cautious of the bunker positioned at 468.9 yards - this is right in the landing zone for aggressive second shots or shorter third shots. Plan your layup to stay well short of this hazard.

green

The compact green measures just 23 by 25 yards (3,265 sq ft), demanding precision on your approach shot. With limited green surface area, focus on hitting to the center of the green rather than attacking pin positions.

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

How difficult is hole 11?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.

How big is the green on hole 11?

The green is small and requires precision. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 11?

This hole is a solid birdie opportunity with smart layup strategy. Most golfers can reach in three. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge.

Can I practice hole 11 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Woodholme Country Club. 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

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