Hole 7 at Pinehurst Resort #2

Par 4 • 407 Yards • Pinehurst, North Carolina

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The seventh hole at Pinehurst Golf & Country Club (#2 Course) presents a deceptively challenging par 4 that embodies Donald Ross's masterful design philosophy. At 407 yards, this straight-away hole demands precision over power, with its small, subtly contoured green serving as the primary defense. The generous fairway invites an aggressive tee shot, but the approach shot reveals the hole's true character. Ross's signature crowned green complex punishes anything but the most accurate iron play, as balls landing on the edges will feed away from the putting surface. Without bunkers or water to distract, golfers must focus entirely on distance control and green reading, making this a pure test of ball-striking ability that separates skilled players from the field.

Tees:

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Green:39y × 24y

Fairway @250y:30y wide

8 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 407 yds
Green: 6144 sq ft
Bunkers: 8
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

hazard warning

Exercise extreme caution off the tee - the fairway completely disappears at the 200-yard mark, creating a forced carry or layup situation that demands precise club selection.

tee shot

Plan your tee shot to carry at least 250 yards to reach the fairway, which opens up to 30 yards wide at that distance, providing a safe landing area for longer hitters.

approach

From the 250-yard fairway position, you'll face a mid-iron approach of approximately 157 yards to a generous green measuring 6,144 square feet - focus on center-green strategy.

hazard warning

Be aware of bunkers positioned at 348 yards from the tee, which could catch aggressive drives that successfully clear the fairway gap but run too far.

tee shot

Consider laying up short of the 200-yard trouble zone if you can't confidently carry 250 yards - this 407-yard par-4 rewards course management over aggressive play.

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This 407-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 407-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 7?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 7?

Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 7?

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 7?

This hole is a demanding hole where bogey is not unusual. This longer par 4 will test most golfers. Focus on position over distance.

Can I practice hole 7 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 407-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 →