Hole 16 at Winged Foot Golf Club (East Course)
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 448 yds
- Hazards
- 7 bunkers
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 34 yds deep × 27 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Pro tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Pro tees · Par 4 · 448 yards
The plan for No. 16
The 16th at Winged Foot Golf Club (East Course) is a 448.0-yard par 4 that plays straightaway.
Off the tee
Your tee shot strategy should focus on finding the optimal angle for your approach to the small green. With the straight layout, aim for the center-left portion of the fairway to provide the best angle into the green. Driver is typically the right choice for longer hitters to leave a manageable mid-iron approach, while shorter hitters might consider a fairway wood or hybrid to ensure they stay in the fairway. The key is avoiding any rough that could complicate distance control on your approach shot.
Approach & recovery
The approach shot is where this hole reveals its teeth. With a small green as your target, club selection becomes critical - take one extra club and swing smoothly rather than forcing a shot. Aim for the center of the green regardless of pin position, as the small target leaves little margin for error. Missing short is generally preferable to going long, as recovery shots from behind small greens at Winged Foot are notoriously difficult. Focus on a controlled, committed swing that prioritizes accuracy over distance.
On the green
Winged Foot's greens are renowned for their subtlety and speed. On this small putting surface, lag putting becomes essential - getting your first putt close is more important than being aggressive toward difficult pins. Read putts carefully from multiple angles, as the breaks can be more pronounced than they appear. When facing longer putts, focus on speed control and leave yourself uphill whenever possible.
Watch for
- Fairway bunker crossing the landing zone
Hole 16 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 6,366 sq ft
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Pro tees · 448 yards.
What's the best strategy off the tee?
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For this 448-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.
How difficult is hole 16?
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This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.
How big is the green on hole 16?
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The green is fairly large with multiple pin positions. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.
What's a good score on hole 16?
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This hole is a demanding hole where bogey is not unusual. This longer par 4 will test most golfers. Focus on position over distance.