Hole 2 at Pinehurst Resort #2

Par 4 • 472 Yards • Pinehurst, North Carolina

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The second hole at Pinehurst Golf & Country Club (#2 Course) presents a deceptively challenging straight par 4 that demands both precision and power. At 472 yards, this handicap-3 test requires golfers to navigate Donald Ross's masterful design philosophy where the real challenge lies in the subtleties. The tee shot plays to a generous fairway, but positioning becomes critical as golfers approach the small, crowned green that exemplifies Pinehurst No. 2's famous "inverted bowl" design. Without traditional hazards to intimidate, the hole's difficulty stems from its demanding approach shot to a green that sheds errant balls into the surrounding sandy waste areas. This strategic gem rewards thoughtful course management over raw distance, embodying the timeless elegance that has challenged golf's greatest players in multiple U.S. Opens.

Tees:

472y437y410y386y334y

Green:41y × 27y

Fairway @250y:46y wide

7 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 472 yds
Green: 6364 sq ft
Bunkers: 7
Course Slope: 137
Course Rating: 76

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

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Aim for a controlled 220-yard tee shot to stay short of the bunkers and leave yourself in the widest part of the fairway for your approach

tee shot

The fairway widens significantly past 200 yards, expanding from 40 to 46 yards at the 250-yard mark, rewarding aggressive drives that can carry the hazards

approach

From 250 yards out, you'll face a challenging 222-yard approach shot to a moderately-sized green measuring 40 yards deep by 27 yards wide

green

The green's 6,364 square foot surface provides a decent target, but precision is key given the length of this 472-yard par 4

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This 472-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 472-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 2?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4.

How big is the green on hole 2?

The green is fairly large with multiple pin positions. The green is wider than it is deep, rewarding shots that find the correct tier. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.

What's a good score on hole 2?

This hole is one of the tougher holes where par feels like birdie. A challenging par 4. Accept that bogey happens and avoid big numbers.

Can I practice hole 2 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Pinehurst Resort #2. You can play this exact 472-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 →