Hole 7 at National Golf Links of America

Par 5 • 478 Yards • Southampton, New York

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The 7th hole, aptly named "St. Andrews," pays homage to the legendary Road Hole at the Old Course with its deceptive topography and strategic challenges. This tribute hole showcases C.B. Macdonald's genius for adapting Scottish links features to American terrain, creating a memorable par 5 that demands both precision and course management.

Tees:

478y466y

Green:31y × 53y

Fairway @250y:80y wide

7 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 478 yds
Green: 8066 sq ft
Bunkers: 7
Course Slope: 141
Course Rating: 74.3

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This tribute to St. Andrews' famous Road Hole demands precision off the tee. With the fairway maintaining a consistent 80 yards of width at both the 200 and 250-yard marks, focus on finding the center of the fairway to set up your approach. The topography creates visual deception, so trust your yardage and commit to your line.

approach

At 478 yards, this par 5 offers birdie opportunities for longer hitters who can navigate the strategic challenges. Plan your second shot carefully - the hole's Road Hole inspiration means trouble lurks for overly aggressive plays. Consider laying up to your favorite wedge distance rather than forcing a long approach.

hazard warning

Beware of the bunker complex positioned at 404 yards from the tee - this is precisely where aggressive second shots will find trouble. This hazard placement is classic C.B. Macdonald design, punishing greedy approaches while rewarding strategic course management.

green

The generous green measures 8,066 square feet (30 yards by 53 yards), providing ample target area for your approach. However, like its St. Andrews inspiration, pin position will dictate strategy - use the green's size to your advantage by aiming for the fat part of the putting surface rather than chasing difficult pins.

approach

This par 5 rewards strategic thinking over pure distance. At 478 yards, most players should view this as a legitimate three-shot hole, using the wide fairway to position themselves for a comfortable wedge into the large green rather than attempting a heroic long approach over the bunkers at 404 yards.

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

How difficult is hole 7?

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

How big is the green on hole 7?

The green is large and can play quite long. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Three-putt territory if you don't manage your approach distance well.

What's a good score on hole 7?

This hole is a reachable par 5 with eagle chances for longer hitters. Birdie is very much in play here if you can set up a good approach.

Can I practice hole 7 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for National Golf Links of America. 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 →