Hole 6 of 18 · Farmingdale, New York

Hole 6 at Bethpage State Park (Blue Course)

Par
4
Yards
462
Handicap
1
Bunkers
4
Hole 6 aerial at Bethpage State Park (Blue Course)
Map distances from Map reference tee

The map's printed distances are measured from the Map reference tee to the green; they do not move when you change tees. Your Championship yardage is in the tiles above.

Green size: 32 yds deep × 28 yds wide

Mapbox Satellite composite · capture date not provided. Green at the top.

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Hole 6 aerial at Bethpage State Park (Blue Course)

The plan for No. 6

These notes were written before the current map. Where their distances differ, trust the map.

The play: After the brief respite of the 5th hole, golfers face Bethpage Blue's formidable 6th - the course's number 1 handicap hole and a true test of championship golf. This demanding par 4 requires precision from tee to green, with the elevated putting surface heavily defended by bunkers that punish any wayward approach shots.

Shot by shot

  1. Off the tee

    The tee shot demands both power and precision, with the optimal target line favoring a draw that works with the hole's natural shape. Your drive needs to carry far enough to set up a manageable approach, but accuracy is equally crucial as the fairway narrows in the landing zone. Consider hitting driver only if you can consistently find the fairway - the penalty for missing here is severe. Many accomplished players opt for a 3-wood or driving iron to ensure they stay in play, even if it means a longer approach shot. The key is positioning yourself in the center of the fairway to have the best angle into the elevated green.

  2. Approach & recovery

    The approach shot presents one of the most challenging targets on the course, with the green sitting well above the fairway level. This elevation change makes club selection critical - take at least one extra club to account for the uphill shot. The green's small size demands pinpoint accuracy, leaving little margin for error. The bunker short-left of the green is a major hazard that must be avoided at all costs. Favor the right side of the green on your approach, as this gives you the safest angle and best chance to find the putting surface. Even if you miss right, you'll have a better recovery shot than from the deep bunker.

  3. On the green

    The small, elevated green presents its own set of challenges once you've successfully found the putting surface. The green's compact size means most putts will have subtle breaks, but reading them correctly is crucial for scoring. Pay attention to the overall slope and how the elevation affects ball roll. With such a demanding hole, two-putting for par should be your primary objective. Aggressive putting that risks three-putts can quickly turn a hard-earned par opportunity into a damaging bogey or worse.

  4. Watch for

    • Greenside bunker (greenside)
    • Fairway bunker crossing the landing zone

The green on No. 6

Mapped boundary
Wide × deepyards
28×32
Areasq ft
5,288

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Frequently asked questions

Yardage reference: Championship tees · 462 yards.

What's the best strategy off the tee?

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For this 462-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 6?

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This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4, heavily bunkered.

How big is the green on hole 6?

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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 6?

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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.