Hole 2 at Baltusrol Golf Club (Lower Course)

Par 4 • 371 Yards • Springfield, New Jersey

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The second hole at Baltusrol's storied Lower Course sets an early tone with its strategic demands and classic Tillinghast design principles. Recent renovations have restored formidable sand pits that blend seamlessly with the course's historic character. This early test reminds players they're walking the same fairways where golf's greatest champions have made history.

Tees:

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Green:35y × 33y

10 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 371 yds
Green: 6715 sq ft
Bunkers: 10
Course Slope: 139
Course Rating: 73.9

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Bunkers everywhere — a versatile wedge is your scoring club on this hole.

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This hole presents an extreme strategic challenge with no traditional fairway landing areas - the fairway measures 0 yards wide at both 200 and 250 yards, forcing players to either lay up short or attempt to carry significantly further to find safe ground.

hazard warning

Multiple bunkers guard the hole at critical distances - one positioned at 230 yards that likely blocks shorter approaches, and two others flanking the green area at 349 and 367 yards, making precise distance control essential.

approach

At 371 yards for a par 4, this hole demands either an aggressive tee shot to set up a short iron approach, or a conservative strategy accepting a longer second shot to the sizable 6,715 square foot green.

green

The generous green measuring 35 yards by 33 yards provides a large target for approach shots, which becomes crucial given the challenging setup and hazard placement throughout the hole.

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This 371-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 371-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 2?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 2?

Key hazards include: 8 greenside bunkers. 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. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.

What's a good score on hole 2?

This hole is a medium-length test where par is a solid result. A straightforward par 4 where course management pays off.

Can I practice hole 2 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Baltusrol Golf Club (Lower Course). You can play this exact 371-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 →