Hole 6 at Winged Foot Golf Club (West Course)

Par 4 • 324 Yards • Mamaroneck, New York

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At 324 yards, Hole 6 at Winged Foot Golf Club (West Course) presents a deceptively challenging short par 4 that exemplifies the course's reputation for precision over power. This straight hole may appear straightforward from the tee, but the small green demands pinpoint accuracy on the approach shot. Without significant hazards to navigate, the challenge lies entirely in execution and course management. The compact putting surface leaves little margin for error, rewarding those who can dial in their distance control and find the correct portion of the green. This hole perfectly captures Winged Foot's philosophy that every shot matters, making it a memorable test of iron play and short game finesse in the heart of this storied championship layout.

Tees:

324y

Green:24y × 35y

4 Bunkersright dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 324 yds
Green: 4332 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 138
Course Rating: 73.2

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Bunkers everywhere — a versatile wedge is your scoring club on this hole.

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Strategy Tips

hazard warning

This hole presents a unique challenge with no traditional fairway landing areas - both the 200-yard and 250-yard markers show 0 yards of fairway width, indicating either a forced carry or extremely narrow playing corridor.

tee shot

With bunkers positioned at 241.8 yards and no fairway width measured at standard distances, consider laying up short of the hazards with a controlled iron or hybrid to ensure you stay in play on this demanding par 4.

approach

At only 324 yards total length, even a conservative tee shot leaves a manageable approach - focus on accuracy over distance to set up a scoring opportunity on this shorter par 4.

green

The green measures 24 yards by 35 yards (4,332 square feet), providing a generous target for your approach shot - use this to your advantage by playing to the center of the green for the best birdie chances.

tee shot

With the landing zone showing 0 yards from the tee, this hole likely requires a precise tee shot to a very specific target area - study the hole layout carefully and consider taking less club to ensure accuracy over distance.

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This 324-yard par 4 is ideal for working on your driver accuracy. Launch monitors from $600 let you practice this exact shot with real course data from home.

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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 324-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 6?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.

How big is the green on hole 6?

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 6?

This hole is a birdie opportunity if you find the fairway. This shorter par 4 rewards accuracy off the tee with a short iron approach.

Can I practice hole 6 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Winged Foot Golf Club (West Course). You can play this exact 324-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 →