Hole 2 at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club

Par 3 • 221 Yards • Southampton, New York

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A demanding par 3 that stretches to 221.0 yards, Shinnecock Hills Golf Club hole 2 demands precision from tee to green across its exposed, wind-swept terrain. The straight approach offers no visual trickery, but the prevailing breezes off Long Island's coast can turn a mid-iron into a full driver-length carry. A cluster of bunkers guards the putting surface from multiple angles, punishing any shot that drifts off line. Championship history lingers here—players navigating the U.S. Open have found that a well-struck iron threading past the fairway bunker can trickle close for birdie, while anything mishit tumbles into sand. The green complex rewards a bold, well-judged tee shot and punishes hesitation, making this hole a true test of nerve and skill.

Tees:

221y193y146y

Green:27y × 34y

7 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 3
Yardage: 221 yds
Green: 5779 sq ft
Bunkers: 7
Course Slope: 140
Course Rating: 74.5

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

At 221 yards, this par 3 demands a long-iron or hybrid off the tee. The fairway-style bunker complex sits well short of the green (161.1y, 174.6y, and 187.4y), so club selection should account for carrying the closest bunker at 187.4 yards while leaving enough room to hold the putting surface.

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Three bunkers guard the approach at 161.1, 174.6, and 187.4 yards. Players who come up short of their intended number risk finding sand well before reaching the green, as Koepka's near-ace demonstrated when his iron trickled just over the 187.4-yard bunker to set up a Sunday birdie.

approach

The fairway widens to 59 yards at the 200-yard mark, giving players some margin for error on line, but precise distance control remains critical given the bunker cluster positioned between 161 and 187 yards from the tee.

green

The medium-sized green (5,779 sq ft, playing 26 yards wide by 34 yards deep) rewards accurate iron play. Its rectangular shape favors shots that land with the correct trajectory to hold the surface rather than release through the back.

tee shot

A prevailing southwest summer wind can assist shots coming in from the left side of this 221-yard par 3, so players should factor wind direction into their line and club selection to optimize their angle over the bunkers at 161.1, 174.6, and 187.4 yards.

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Scoring Tip

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Frequently Asked Questions

What club should I use on this par 3?

At 221 yards, most golfers will need a fairway wood or hybrid to reach this green. Adjust for elevation, wind, and pin position.

How difficult is hole 2?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 3, heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 2?

Key hazards include: 6 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 2?

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 2?

This hole is a challenging par where bogey is acceptable. This longer par 3 will test your long iron or hybrid game. Par is a good score.

Can I practice hole 2 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 par 3 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 →