Hole 5 at Pinehurst Resort #2

Par 5 • 476 Yards • Pinehurst, North Carolina

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The #1 handicap hole at Pinehurst Golf & Country Club (#2 Course) commands immediate respect with its demanding 476-yard length and deceptively challenging design. This straight par 4 epitomizes Donald Ross's masterful architecture, where the absence of obvious hazards creates a false sense of security that has humbled countless golfers. The tee shot requires precision to find the optimal angle into the small, subtly contoured green that showcases Ross's signature crowned putting surfaces. What appears straightforward from the tee reveals its true character on approach, where even well-struck shots can tumble away from pin-high positions. This hole perfectly captures Pinehurst No. 2's reputation for rewarding accuracy and punishing the overconfident.

Tees:

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Green:34y × 44y

3 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 476 yds
Green: 7854 sq ft
Bunkers: 3
Course Slope: 137
Course Rating: 76

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This hole demands precision off the tee as the fairway completely disappears at the 250-yard mark. Position your tee shot around the 200-yard area where the fairway is still a manageable 37 yards wide to set up your approach.

approach

With bunkers positioned at 408 yards from the tee, you'll face a challenging approach shot of approximately 68 yards to a generous green measuring 7,854 square feet. This creates an excellent scoring opportunity if you can navigate the sand.

tee shot

Consider laying up with a mid-iron or hybrid to the 200-yard zone where you have 37 yards of fairway width, rather than attempting to reach the narrow area beyond 250 yards on this 476-yard par 4.

green

The large green complex at 34 yards by 44 yards gives you plenty of target area for your approach shot, so focus on club selection and distance control rather than precision to specific pin positions.

hazard warning

Avoid the temptation to bomb your drive on this 476-yard hole - the fairway architecture punishes aggressive play beyond 250 yards where the landing area completely vanishes.

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Scoring Tip

Scoring on par 5s starts with a smart second shot. Laying up to your favorite wedge distance gives you the best birdie chance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 476-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 5?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4, large green requiring good lag putting.

How big is the green on hole 5?

The green is large and can play quite long. Three-putt territory if you don't manage your approach distance well.

What's a good score on hole 5?

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 5 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 par 5 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 →