Hole 2 at Bellerive Country Club

Par 4 • 416 Yards • Saint Louis, Missouri

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Challenging

The second hole at Bellerive Country Club continues Robert Trent Jones' philosophy of creating "a difficult par but a comfortable bogey." This challenging par 4 features water hugging the left side all the way to the green, presenting an early test that demands both precision and nerve from golfers.

Tees:

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Green:45y × 31y

Fairway @250y:48y wide

2 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 416 yds
Green: 7053 sq ft
Bunkers: 2
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 144
Course Rating: 75

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Consider laying up with a 3-wood or hybrid to the 200-yard mark where the fairway is only 30 yards wide - this crowned fairway demands precision over distance, and finding the short grass is crucial for your approach angle.

tee shot

If you're confident with driver, aim for the 250-yard area where the fairway opens up to 48 yards wide, but be aware this puts you in range of the fairway bunker at 315 yards - club selection is critical on this opener.

hazard warning

Avoid the large fairway bunker positioned at 315 yards - bailing out right to avoid the water will likely find this sand trap and leave you further from the green due to the dogleg left design.

approach

With the green measuring 45 yards deep by 31 yards wide at 7,053 square feet, you have a reasonably sized target, but the water hugging the left side and greenside bunker at 387 yards demand precise distance control.

green

This 416-yard par 4 epitomizes 'difficult par, comfortable bogey' - focus on two solid shots to the center of the green rather than forcing a birdie attempt that could find the water or bunkers.

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Scoring Tip

When water is in play, commit to a conservative target. A bogey beats a big number every time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 416-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 2?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: water in play, large green requiring good lag putting.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 2?

Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker; water at 300.8 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 2?

The green is fairly large with multiple pin positions. The green is wider than it is deep, rewarding shots that find the correct tier. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.

What's a good score on hole 2?

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 2 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Bellerive Country Club. You can play this exact 416-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 →