Hole 16 at Quail Hollow Club
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 480 yds
- Hazards
- 3 bunkers
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 34 yds deep × 32 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 · 480 yards
The plan for No. 16
As the first hole of the legendary Green Mile, the 16th presents a stern test that sets the tone for Quail Hollow's dramatic finish. This straight par 4 demands accuracy off the tee and precise approach play to a small green. The hole's reputation as a tournament-maker or breaker means course management and mental fortitude are just as important as physical execution. With no room for error in this three-hole stretch, conservative strategy often trumps aggressive play.
Off the tee
The tee shot strategy centers on finding the optimal position for your approach angle while avoiding trouble areas. Target the center-left portion of the fairway to set up the best angle into the small green. Driver is the preferred club for most players to leave a manageable approach distance, but accuracy is paramount - a fairway wood or long iron might be the smarter play if driver accuracy is inconsistent. The key is avoiding any fairway bunkers or rough that could compromise your approach shot positioning.
Approach & recovery
The approach shot to this small green requires pinpoint accuracy and proper club selection. With limited green space to work with, favor the center of the green regardless of pin position - this is not a hole for aggressive pin-hunting. A mid-iron to long-iron approach, depending on your tee shot distance, should focus on the fat part of the green. Take one extra club to ensure you clear any front-side trouble and give yourself the best chance for a two-putt par. Missing short or in surrounding rough makes up-and-down extremely difficult.
On the green
The small green size means putting becomes a premium skill on this hole. Focus on lag putting to the correct tier or section of the green, as three-putts can quickly derail a good round on the Green Mile. Read putts carefully and err on the side of leaving putts short rather than charging past the hole. Speed control is crucial - the pressure of being on the Green Mile can cause players to be overly aggressive with their putting stroke.
Watch for
- Crossing center
- Greenside center
Hole 16 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 5,223 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
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Creator videos about this course
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How did Hole 16 play?
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 480 yards.
What's the best strategy off the tee?
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For this 480-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.
How difficult is hole 16?
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This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4.
How big is the green on hole 16?
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The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. The green is wider than it is deep, rewarding shots that find the correct tier. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.
What's a good score on hole 16?
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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.