Hole 14 at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club

Par 4 • 447 Yards • Southampton, New York

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Shinnecock Hills Golf Club hole 14 has earned a fearsome reputation as one of the most demanding tests in championship golf. This straight par 4, playing 447.0 yards, tumbles downhill toward a green complex nestled among the dunes, its canted fairway punishing anything but the truest tee shot. Four greenside bunkers guard the putting surface, waiting to swallow approach shots that drift offline. During the 2018 U.S. Open, this hole yielded a mere 21 birdies all week, cementing its status as the course's most difficult challenge. Success demands a precise tee shot into the tilted fairway, followed by a committed approach shot that respects both the surrounding sand and the green's exposed setting. A true test of nerve and execution.

Tees:

447y436y361y

Green:27y × 27y

Fairway @250y:73y wide

8 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 447 yds
Green: 4311 sq ft
Bunkers: 8
Course Slope: 140
Course Rating: 74.5

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

The fairway is noticeably tighter early, measuring just 55 yards wide at the 200-yard mark, so club selection should prioritize accuracy over sheer distance to stay in position on this historically brutal downhill 447-yard par 4.

tee shot

Golfers who can carry the ball past 250 yards gain a significant advantage, as the fairway widens to 73 yards at that distance, opening up a much safer landing area on this canted, downhill hole.

hazard warning

A cluster of bunkers awaits long or wayward tee shots at 405.5, 419.4, and 419.6 yards—well within range for longer hitters—so plan tee shot distance carefully to avoid these traps that can turn a promising drive into a difficult recovery.

approach

With a small green measuring only 4,311 square feet (27 by 26 yards), precise iron play is essential; missing the target here has historically led to bogeys, contributing to this hole's reputation as one of the toughest on the course.

green

Given the green's compact 27-by-26-yard dimensions, approach shots must account for pin position carefully, as the small target leaves little margin for error, especially under pressure on this historically difficult par 4.

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

How difficult is hole 14?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered, small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 14?

Key hazards include: 4 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 14?

The green is small and requires precision. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 14?

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 14 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Shinnecock Hills Golf Club. You can play this exact 447-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 →