Hole 6 at Merion Golf Club (East Course)
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 420 yds
- Hazards
- 1 bunker
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 37 yds deep × 31 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Pro tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Pro tees · Par 4 · 420 yards
The plan for No. 6
The 6th at Merion Golf Club (East Course) is a 420.0-yard par 4 that plays straightaway.
Off the tee
The tee shot strategy centers on positioning for an optimal approach angle rather than maximum distance. Target a drive of approximately 250-270 yards to leave a comfortable mid-iron into the green. Focus your target line down the center-right portion of the fairway, which typically provides the best angle for most pin positions on the small green. Club selection should prioritize accuracy over distance - many players benefit from hitting 3-wood or driving iron to ensure finding the fairway. The absence of major hazards means the primary risk is missing the fairway entirely, which complicates the approach from rough or creates awkward lies.
Approach & recovery
The approach shot represents the hole's defining moment, where the small green demands pinpoint accuracy. From an ideal fairway position, you'll typically face a mid-iron to long-iron depending on conditions and pin position. The key strategic consideration is committing fully to your yardage and club selection. Aim for the center of the green when in doubt, as the small target leaves little margin for error. Pay careful attention to pin position - when the flag is tucked to one side, consider whether the risk of attacking it outweighs the benefit of a safe play to the green's center. Missing the green here often results in challenging up-and-down situations.
On the green
Merion's greens are renowned for their subtle breaks and firm conditions, and the 6th hole's small putting surface amplifies these characteristics. Focus on lag putting to avoid three-putts, as the limited green space means even short misses can leave difficult second putts. Read putts carefully from below the hole when possible, as uphill putts are generally more forgiving on Merion's firm surfaces. The small green size means most putts will be relatively straight, but don't underestimate the importance of proper speed control on what can be lightning-fast surfaces.
Watch for
- Fairway bunker crossing the landing zone
Hole 6 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 6,284 sq ft
Course coverage
Tournament and creator videos about Merion Golf Club (East Course) — shared course coverage, not hole-specific clips.
Official & tour
Tour & network videos
Official coverage mentioning Merion Golf Club (East Course).
2026 U.S. Amateur: Quarterfinals at Merion Golf Club | Full Broadcast
2026 U.S. Amateur: Round of 64 at Merion Golf Club | Full Broadcast
2026 U.S. Amateur: Round of 16 at Merion Golf Club | Full Broadcast
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Creator videos about this course
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How did Hole 6 play?
How did this hole play today?
Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Pro tees · 420 yards.
What's the best strategy off the tee?
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For this 420-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.
How difficult is hole 6?
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This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.
How big is the green on hole 6?
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The green is fairly large with multiple pin positions. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.