Hole 5 at Hazeltine National Golf Club

Par 4 • 448 Yards • Chaska, Minnesota

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Hole 5 at Hazeltine National stands as one of the course's most iconic challenges, featuring the famous Payne Stewart Bridge that adds both beauty and strategic complexity. This classic Robert Trent Jones design epitomizes championship golf with water creating constant tension from tee to green.

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Green:28y × 37y

Fairway @250y:52y wide

7 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 448 yds
Green: 5356 sq ft
Bunkers: 7
Course Slope: 155
Course Rating: 78

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

On this 448-yard dogleg right, position your tee shot carefully in the 58-yard wide fairway at the 200-yard mark. Favor the left side to open up the best angle for your approach while avoiding the water hazards that lurk on both sides.

approach

The fairway narrows to just 52 yards at the 250-yard mark, making club selection critical. Longer hitters should consider laying back to the 200-yard area to maintain position in the wider fairway for a better approach angle.

approach

With bunkers positioned at 252.6, 265.6, and 276.3 yards from the tee, your approach shot will likely play over or around these hazards. The compact 5,356 square foot green (28x37 yards) demands precision - aim for the center to avoid water on both sides.

hazard warning

This is the only hole at Hazeltine without bunkers, but don't be fooled - water threatens both sides from tee to green. The iconic Payne Stewart Bridge adds to the visual intimidation, but trust your yardages and commit to your shots.

green

Pin positions along the right edge of this relatively small green (28x37 yards) bring the water directly into play. When the flag is right, play to the center or left portion of the green to eliminate the water risk entirely.

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Scoring Tip

With bunkers guarding the green, pick the side with the most room and let the slope feed the ball toward the pin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 448-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 5?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 5?

Key hazards include: 3 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 5?

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 5?

This hole is a demanding hole where bogey is not unusual. This longer par 4 will test most golfers. Focus on position over distance.

Can I practice hole 5 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Hazeltine National Golf Club. You can play this exact 448-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 →