Hole 5 at Lehigh Country Club

Par 4403 Yards • , Pennsylvania

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Hole 5 at Lehigh Country Club presents a classic dogleg par 4 that demands both precision and strategic thinking off the tee. The bending fairway rewards golfers who can shape their shots to set up an ideal approach angle. It's a true test of course management that separates the thoughtful player from the merely powerful.

Lehigh Country Club's 5th hole announces itself as the course's toughest test, earning the number one handicap designation through a demanding blend of length and strategic complexity. This par 4 stretches 403 yards and bends decisively as a dogleg right, forcing golfers to shape their tee shot with precision rather than simply grip and rip. The corner of the dogleg dictates the entire approach—players who fail to respect the turn will find themselves blocked out or facing a compromised angle into the green complex. A single greenside bunker guards the target, waiting to swallow approach shots that drift offline. Success here demands patience and course management; Lehigh's 5th rewards the thinking golfer who plots each shot rather than the one who relies purely on power.

Tees:
403y
Green:20y × 32y
Fairway @250y:42y wide
2 Bunkersright dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par
4
Yardage
403 yds
Green
3723 sq ft
Bunkers
2

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Favor a club that carries or lays up short of the fairway bunker positioned at 208.0 yards; with the fairway measuring 42 yards wide at the 250-yard mark, there's ample width to work with once past this hazard.

approach

Plan your approach to account for the second bunker at 363.5 yards, which sits roughly 40 yards short of the green on this 403-yard par 4—take enough club to clear it while still holding the putting surface.

green

This green falls into the small category at just 3,723 sq ft (20 by 32 yards), so precision trumps distance on the approach—missing the target here offers little margin for error.

tee shot

With the fairway widening to 42 yards at 250 yards out, players who can carry the ball beyond the 208.0-yard bunker gain a generous landing area for their second shot into this small green.

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Scoring Tip

Focus on getting your approach inside 20 feet. Two putts from there and you walk away with par.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 403-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 5?

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

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 5?

Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker. 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 deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 5?

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 watch hole 5 at the Jefferson Lehigh Valley Classic in person?

Yes — the Jefferson Lehigh Valley Classic at Lehigh Country Club is one of the PGA Tour's most-attended events, drawing over 200,000 spectators across the week. Hole 5 is a popular viewing spot. StubHub typically lists single-day grounds passes starting around $75–$150, with premium grandstand and hospitality options available for serious fans. Prices tend to climb as the tournament approaches, so buying early often saves 30–40%. Buy Jefferson Lehigh Valley Classic tickets on StubHub

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

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Lehigh Country Club. You can play this exact 403-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

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