Hole 11 at Winged Foot Golf Club (West Course)
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 386 yds
- Hazards
- 5 bunkers
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 37 yds deep × 23 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Championship tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Championship tees · Par 4 · 386 yards
The plan for No. 11
The 11th at Winged Foot Golf Club (West Course) is a 386.0-yard par 4 that plays straightaway.
Off the tee
Your tee shot strategy should prioritize finding the fairway center, giving yourself the best angle and lie for your approach. With 386 yards to work with, most players can use driver confidently, aiming for the heart of the landing zone around 250-260 yards out. The key is avoiding any rough that could complicate your approach shot to that demanding small green. Consider the wind conditions carefully - Winged Foot's elevated, exposed location can make club selection tricky. A well-struck 3-wood or driving iron might be the smarter play in strong winds, ensuring you stay in the short grass for your crucial second shot.
Approach & recovery
The approach shot is where this hole's true challenge reveals itself. That small green leaves little margin for error, making distance control and accuracy paramount. Depending on your tee shot position, you'll likely face a short to mid-iron approach - anywhere from an 8-iron to a 6-iron for most players. Focus on the center of the green regardless of pin position. The small target means even a well-struck shot can easily miss if you get too aggressive with pin-seeking. Take one more club than you think you need and make a smooth, controlled swing. Better to be putting from 30 feet on the green than chipping from just off it.
On the green
Winged Foot's greens are notoriously quick and subtly contoured. Even on this smaller surface, expect challenging reads and lightning-fast putts. The key is getting your first putt close - three-putts can quickly turn a scoring opportunity into a bogey or worse. Pay attention to the overall slope of the green and how it relates to the surrounding terrain. Putts will generally break toward any nearby lower ground. Lag putting becomes crucial here - focus on speed control over trying to make everything.
Watch for
- Fairway bunker crossing the landing zone
Hole 11 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 4,409 sq ft
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 386 yards.
What's the best strategy off the tee?
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For this 386-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.
How difficult is hole 11?
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This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.
How big is the green on hole 11?
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The green is small and requires precision. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.
What's a good score on hole 11?
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This hole is a medium-length test where par is a solid result. A straightforward par 4 where course management pays off.