Hole 11 at Quail Hollow Club
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 421 yds
- Hazards
- 2 bunkers
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 35 yds deep × 26 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Championship tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Championship tees · Par 4 · 421 yards
The plan for No. 11
The 11th hole at Quail Hollow demands respect as the most difficult par 4 on the course. At 421 yards with a straight layout, this hole's challenge lies in its demanding length combined with a small target green that requires pinpoint accuracy. The absence of major hazards might seem forgiving, but the hole's reputation as a scorer-breaker comes from its relentless demand for two quality shots executed under pressure.
Off the tee
Your tee shot strategy should prioritize finding the fairway at all costs. With no significant hazards to navigate, focus on hitting your most reliable club that provides adequate distance while maintaining accuracy. For most golfers, this means a driver or 3-wood aimed at the center of the fairway. The straight layout allows you to be aggressive with your target line, but remember that missing the fairway will make the already challenging approach shot exponentially more difficult. Position yourself in the fairway's center to provide the best angle and stance for your approach.
Approach & recovery
The approach shot to this small green is where the hole shows its teeth. From the fairway, you'll likely be facing a mid-iron to long-iron depending on your tee shot distance and pin position. The key is committing to your club selection and swinging with confidence - the small green demands precision, and tentative swings often result in missed targets. Aim for the center of the green regardless of pin position, as the compact putting surface makes any part of the green a reasonable result. Focus on solid contact and proper trajectory to ensure the ball holds the green.
On the green
Once on the small green, two-putting becomes the primary objective. The compact size means most putts will be relatively short, but don't underestimate the importance of leaving yourself uphill whenever possible. Read your putts carefully and focus on speed control, as running putts past the hole on a small green can leave difficult return putts. Take your time with the first putt to ensure you're within comfortable two-putt range.
Watch for
- Crossing center
- Greenside center
Hole 11 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 5,061 sq ft
Course coverage
Tournament and creator videos about Quail Hollow Club — shared course coverage, not hole-specific clips.
Tournament coverage
Truist Championship highlights
Truist Championship | Final Round Highlights
2025
Featured by these creators
Creator videos about this course
YouTube creators who filmed or featured Quail Hollow Club. · Stats as of Oct 12, 2026 · 5d ago
The Major Cut @ Quail Hollow (PGA Championship)
Can We Make Major Cut @ Quail Hollow? (PGA Championship)
Can a 6hcp Break 90 at Quail Hollow from the tips?
Will Bryson go full YouTube, Rahm speaks on LIV future, & Quail Hollow fatigue | The Shotgun Start
MASTER QUALIFYING ROUND PLAY-THROUGH | PGA Championship 2025 - Quail Hollow | Golf Clash Guide
EXPERT PLAY-THROUGH | PGA Championship 2025 - Quail Hollow | Golf Clash Guide
How did Hole 11 play?
How did this hole play today?
Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 421 yards.
What's the best strategy off the tee?
↓
For this 421-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.
How difficult is hole 11?
↓
This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.
How big is the green on hole 11?
↓
The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.