Hole 5 at Bellerive Country Club

Par 4 • 468 Yards • Saint Louis, Missouri

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The fifth hole at Bellerive Country Club represents the strategic design philosophy that has challenged golfers since the club's relocation to its current site in 1960. This demanding par-4 requires precise positioning and course management, setting up the approach to Bellerive's renowned signature sixth hole that follows.

Tees:

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Green:35y × 37y

Fairway @250y:35y wide

3 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 468 yds
Green: 7780 sq ft
Bunkers: 3
Course Slope: 144
Course Rating: 75

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This long par 4 demands distance off the tee — the right driver matters.

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the 250-yard mark where the fairway opens to its widest point at 35 yards. This gives you the best angle and room for error while avoiding the narrow 30-yard corridor at 200 yards.

approach

With bunkers positioned at 443.9, 446.4, and 467.4 yards, your approach shot faces significant greenside protection. Plan for a wedge or short iron from the ideal 250-yard drive position.

green

The large 7,780 square foot green (34x37 yards) offers plenty of landing area, but pin position will be crucial. Aim for the center of this expansive putting surface to avoid the surrounding bunkers.

hazard warning

Avoid laying up short of 200 yards where the fairway pinches to just 30 yards wide. This narrow corridor increases the risk of finding rough or worse, making your approach more difficult.

approach

At 468 yards total length, this hole rewards aggressive driving to set up a manageable approach. The generous green size allows for attacking pins, especially with a shorter iron in hand.

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This 468-yard par 4 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

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 468-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: long par 4, large green requiring good lag putting.

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 large and can play quite long. Three-putt territory if you don't manage your approach distance well.

What's a good score on hole 5?

This hole is one of the tougher holes where par feels like birdie. A challenging par 4. Accept that bogey happens and avoid big numbers.

Can I practice hole 5 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 468-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 →