Hole 8 at National Golf Links of America

Par 4 • 424 Yards • Southampton, New York

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The 8th hole at National Golf Links of America, known as "Bottle," pays homage to the golden age of golf course architecture with its design inspired by Sunningdale Golf Club's famous 12th. This historically significant par 4 exemplifies C.B. Macdonald's masterful interpretation of classic British holes, demanding both precision and strategic thinking from players navigating its carefully crafted challenges.

Tees:

424y404y

Green:32y × 33y

Fairway @250y:80y wide

10 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 424 yds
Green: 6325 sq ft
Bunkers: 10
Course Slope: 141
Course Rating: 74.3

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Position your tee shot carefully on this 424-yard par 4, as the fairway maintains a consistent 80 yards of width at both the 200 and 250-yard markers. This generous landing area allows you to focus on finding the ideal angle for your approach shot.

hazard warning

Be aware of the bunker complex positioned at 225.9 yards from the tee. Longer hitters should consider club selection carefully to either lay up short of this hazard or carry it completely with a well-struck driver.

approach

Your approach shot distance will depend on tee shot placement, but expect anywhere from 150-200 yards to a substantial green measuring 6,325 square feet. The large putting surface at 32 yards by 33 yards offers multiple pin positions and requires precise distance control.

green

The green's nearly square dimensions of 32 by 33 yards provide ample landing area, but also create potential for lengthy putts. Study pin position carefully and aim for the correct tier or section to avoid three-putting on this expansive putting surface.

tee shot

With no immediate landing zone restriction from the tee, you have flexibility in your tee shot strategy. However, the bunkers at 225.9 yards mean most golfers should focus on a controlled 200-220 yard drive to stay in the ideal position for the approach.

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This 424-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 424-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 8?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

How big is the green on hole 8?

The green is fairly large with multiple pin positions. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.

What's a good score on hole 8?

This hole is a demanding hole where bogey is not unusual. This longer par 4 will test most golfers. Focus on position over distance.

Can I practice hole 8 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 424-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 →