Hole 5 at Country Club at Muirfield Village

Par 4 • 355 Yards • Dublin, Ohio

Enhanced Content

Moderate

The fifth hole at Country Club at Muirfield Village presents a deceptively straightforward par 4 that rewards precision over power. At 355 yards, this straight layout invites aggressive play, but the small green demands surgical accuracy on the approach shot. The generous fairway allows players to find their preferred angle, yet the compact putting surface punishes wayward iron shots with challenging recovery situations. With no significant hazards to navigate, success hinges entirely on distance control and green-reading skills. This hole exemplifies Muirfield Village's philosophy of rewarding thoughtful course management, where a well-executed short iron becomes the key to scoring opportunities on one of the course's more accessible par 4s.

Tees:

355y334y280y221y

Green:31y × 21y

5 BunkersWaterleft dogleg

Loading map...

Country Club at Muirfield Village

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Play This Course at Home

Practice Country Club at Muirfield Village Year-Round

Launch monitors from $600 and simulators from $2,500 include real course data. Play every hole without leaving home.

Browse Launch Monitors & Simulators

Amazon · Top brands compared · Free returns on most items

We may earn a commission when you buy through links on this page, at no extra cost to you.

Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 355 yds
Green: 3547 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 135
Course Rating: 73.9

Navigate

Back to Country Club at Muirfield Village View Full Scorecard

Recommended Gear

Water's in play — a premium ball you trust helps you commit to the shot.

Shop Golf Balls →

Strategy Tips

tee shot

Exercise extreme caution off the tee as this hole presents a significant strategic challenge. The fairway completely disappears at 250 yards, making distance control critical for your opening shot.

tee shot

Target your tee shot to land around 200 yards where you'll have a narrow but playable 12-yard corridor. This conservative approach leaves you with a manageable mid-iron into the green.

hazard warning

Be aware of bunkers positioned at 276.5 yards from the tee. Any aggressive tee shot that carries beyond the fairway cutoff will likely find these hazards, making recovery difficult.

approach

With the green measuring 31 yards deep by 21 yards wide, you have a reasonably generous target for your approach shot. Focus on finding the correct tier and leaving yourself an uphill putt when possible.

green

The green's 3,547 square feet provides ample putting surface, but pin position will be crucial. Study the green's contours carefully as this size suggests multiple tiers or significant slope changes.

train this shot at home

This 355-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.

See launch monitors & simulators

Scoring Tip

When water is in play, commit to a conservative target. A bogey beats a big number every time.

Play Country Club at Muirfield Village from Your Living Room

Launch monitors and simulators now include real course data. Practice your strategy on every hole before your round — or just for fun.

Compare Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 355-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 5?

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

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 5?

Key hazards include: water at 308.8 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 5?

The green is small and requires precision. The green is wider than it is deep, rewarding shots that find the correct tier. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 5?

This hole is a medium-length test where par is a solid result. A straightforward par 4 where course management pays off.

Can I practice hole 5 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Country Club at Muirfield Village. You can play this exact 355-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 →