Hole 6 at Mountain Ridge Country Club

Par 5 • 507 Yards • Caldwell, New Jersey

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Challenging

The sixth hole at Mountain Ridge exemplifies Donald Ross's masterful routing philosophy, as this par-5 flows naturally with the mountain terrain's dramatic elevation changes. True to Ross's design principles, the green presents an inviting front entrance but demands precision with its characteristically severe internal slopes that challenge even well-struck approach shots.

Tees:

507y507y495y481y442y442y

Green:46y × 32y

Fairway @250y:52y wide

5 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 507 yds
Green: 7255 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Course Slope: 140
Course Rating: 74.8

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

On this classic Donald Ross par 5, position your tee shot carefully in the generous landing zone. The fairway maintains excellent width at 51 yards at the 200-yard mark and 52 yards at 250 yards, giving you room to find your preferred angle for the second shot.

approach

Plan your layup strategy around the bunkers positioned at 427 and 426 yards from the tee. These hazards guard the ideal approach distance, so consider laying up short of them or carrying them entirely depending on your distance capabilities.

approach

For your approach to this 507-yard par 5, target the front portion of the green as Donald Ross designs typically feature greens that are 'open from the front.' The putting surface measures 46 yards deep by 32 yards wide, providing a substantial target.

green

Exercise caution with approach shots to this large 7,255 square foot green. While the size offers forgiveness, Donald Ross greens feature 'severe slopes and high challenge to get the ball in the hole,' so prioritize getting below the pin position.

hazard warning

Be aware of the greenside bunker positioned at 481.6 yards from the tee. This hazard protects the putting surface and can catch aggressive approach shots, so factor it into your club selection and target selection on longer second shots.

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

How difficult is hole 6?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered, large green requiring good lag putting.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 6?

Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 6?

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 6?

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 6 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Mountain Ridge 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 →