Pinehurst Golf & Country Club (#2 Course) Hole by Hole - 16th Hole
Pinehurst Golf & Country Club (#2 Course), North Carolina
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Hole 16 at Pinehurst Golf & Country Club (#2 Course) is a challenging par 5 that requires strategic thinking and precise execution. Located in Pinehurst, North Carolina with an altitude of approximately 500 feet above sea level, the course offers varying weather conditions throughout the year. In the spring, temperatures range from mid-50s to low 70s with occasional winds averaging around 10 mph. Summer brings warmer temperatures in the high 80s to low 90s with higher humidity levels and potential thunderstorms. Fall sees cooler temperatures ranging from mid-60s to low 80s and lower humidity levels. Winter can be cold with average temperatures in the mid-40s and occasional snowfall.
With a distance of 516 yards from the championship tees, hole #16 presents a slight dogleg left that requires players to navigate through ten bunkers strategically placed along both sides of the fairway. The fairway width is narrow at only about twenty-nine yards wide, making it crucial for golfers to hit accurate tee shots off their driver which should travel approximately two hundred seventeen yards on this hole.
For approach shots onto this green area measuring twelve thousand thirty-seven square feet, golfers will need precision as there are four greenside bunkers making up only four percent of total bunker coverage on this hole. Depending on wind conditions and pin placement, using either a seven iron (averaging one hundred forty yards) or pitching wedge (averaging one hundred twenty yards) may be recommended for most players looking for optimal scoring opportunities.
Water comes into play near the green area but shouldn't pose too much difficulty unless strong winds are present or if players fail to accurately judge their club selection based on changing weather conditions throughout each season.
Overall, Hole #16 at Pinehurst Golf & Country Club (#2 Course) offers challenges that require careful planning and execution while offering opportunities for birdies or better scores when approached with a well-thought-out strategy.
Teebox type:
Championship
Par:
5
Distance:
516 yards
Handicap:
16
Green Area:
12037
Approx Fairway Width:
29
Has Water:
True
Curvature:
Slight dogleg
Percent Bunkers Near green:
4
Bunker Count:
10
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
1. Use a driver off the tee to hit an accurate shot of approximately 217 yards.
2. Take note of wind conditions and adjust club selection accordingly for approach shots onto the green.
3. Aim for the center or slightly left side of the fairway to avoid bunkers on both sides.
4. Consider using a seven iron or pitching wedge depending on pin placement and wind conditions for optimal scoring opportunities.
5. Be aware of water near the green area, but don't let it affect your club selection unless there are strong winds present.
6. Plan ahead and take into account changing weather conditions throughout each season when strategizing for this hole.
7. If possible, try to leave yourself with an uphill putt on the green as it can be difficult to judge distance accurately with downhill putts on this large green area.
8. Remember that precision is key when approaching this narrow fairway and small greenside bunkers make up only four percent of total bunker coverage on this hole - accuracy is crucial!
9. Keep in mind that this is a par 5 hole, so don't feel pressured to reach the green in two shots if you're not confident - playing smart can still lead to birdie opportunities.
10. Trust your caddy's advice and stick to your game plan - careful planning and execution will lead to success on Hole #16 at Pinehurst Golf & Country Club (#2 Course).
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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