Hole 5 at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club
- Par
- 5
- Yardage
- 529 yds
- Hazards
- 13 bunkers
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 35 yds deep × 31 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Pro tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Pro tees · Par 5 · 529 yards
The plan for No. 5
The 5th at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club is a 529.0-yard par 5 that plays straightaway.
Off the tee
This straightaway par 5 plays as one of Shinnecock Hills' most inviting scoring opportunities, but the deceptively simple look hides a green complex that punishes any hint of greed. Success here comes down to smart course management off the tee and disciplined decision-making on the approach, where the perched, lightly-bunkered green demands respect despite its accessible appearance.
Approach & recovery
Choose a carry target with enough margin for your normal miss, using mapped hazard edges rather than a single yardage guess.
On the green
The green measures roughly 35.3 yards wide by 30.3 yards deep. Favor the section you can reach reliably and accept a longer putt instead of short-siding the hole.
Watch for
- Fairway bunker crossing the landing zone
- Greenside bunker (greenside)
Hole 5 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 6,265 sq ft
Course coverage
Tournament and creator videos about Shinnecock Hills Golf Club — shared course coverage, not hole-specific clips.
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Creator videos about this course
YouTube creators who filmed or featured Shinnecock Hills Golf Club. · Stats as of Oct 5, 2026 · 7d ago
Maintaining the 2026 U.S. Open Venue: Shinnecock Hills Golf Club | All Grass Is Local pres. by Toro
How did Hole 5 play?
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Pro tees · 529 yards.
Can this par 5 be reached in two?
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At 529 yards, A true three-shot hole for most players. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge distance.
How difficult is hole 5?
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This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered.
How big is the green on hole 5?
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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 5?
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This hole is a solid birdie opportunity with smart layup strategy. Most golfers can reach in three. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge.