Hole 9 at Pinehurst Resort #2

Par 3 • 190 Yards • Pinehurst, North Carolina

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The finishing hole of Pinehurst No. 2's front nine presents a deceptively challenging par 3 that embodies Donald Ross's genius for understated difficulty. At 190 yards, this straight shot demands precision to a small, subtly contoured green that exemplifies the course's famous crowned putting surfaces. Without bunkers or water to distract the eye, golfers must focus entirely on club selection and trajectory, as balls that miss the target will inevitably roll away from the putting surface due to Ross's signature design philosophy. The green's modest size makes distance control paramount, rewarding those who can flight their tee shot with the proper spin and landing angle. This hole perfectly captures why Pinehurst Golf & Country Club (#2 Course) hole 9 has tested champions for over a century.

Tees:

190y165y151y141y127y

Green:30y × 29y

3 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 3
Yardage: 190 yds
Green: 3941 sq ft
Bunkers: 3
Course Slope: 137
Course Rating: 76

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Club selection is critical on this 190-yard par 3 - take one extra club to ensure you clear the bunkers positioned at 165 yards and reach the putting surface with confidence.

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Avoid the bunker complex at 165 yards by ensuring your tee shot carries at least 170 yards - coming up short here will leave a difficult sand shot to a relatively small target.

green

Target the center of this compact 3,941 square foot green (30x29 yards) rather than chasing pins - the green's modest size means accuracy trumps distance control on your approach.

tee shot

With no fairway landing area available, this is a true target golf hole - your tee shot must find the green or surrounding areas, making club selection and accuracy paramount.

approach

Plan for a one-shot hole strategy since there's no fairway bailout - commit fully to reaching the 190-yard distance rather than laying up, as short shots will find trouble.

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Scoring Tip

Short par 3s reward precision. Pick the right club for the front-center of the green and trust your swing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What club should I use on this par 3?

At 190 yards, most golfers will need a long iron or hybrid (5-iron to 6-iron) to reach this green. Adjust for elevation, wind, and pin position.

How difficult is hole 9?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 9?

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

How big is the green on hole 9?

The green is small and requires precision. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 9?

This hole is a challenging par where bogey is acceptable. This longer par 3 will test your long iron or hybrid game. Par is a good score.

Can I practice hole 9 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 3 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 →