Hole 16 at Oakmont Country Club

Par 3 • 231 Yards • Oakmont, Pennsylvania

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Oakmont Country Club's 16th hole stands as a testament to the course's reputation for precision and mental fortitude. This deceptively challenging par 3 stretches 231 yards to a small, elevated green that demands both distance control and unwavering accuracy. The tee shot must carry over rolling terrain to find the putting surface, with the hole's straight layout offering no room for error or strategic alternatives.

What makes this hole particularly treacherous is its position late in the round at one of golf's most demanding venues. The compact green provides minimal margin for error, requiring golfers to commit fully to their club selection and execution. The absence of significant hazards ironically heightens the pressure – there are no bailout areas or recovery options, only the stark choice between finding the target or facing a difficult up-and-down from the surrounding slopes that define Oakmont's unforgiving character.

Tees:

231y211y189y135y

Green:40y × 32y

5 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 3
Yardage: 231 yds
Green: 7863 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Course Slope: 147
Course Rating: 77.5

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Recommended Gear

A hybrid or long iron makes this long par 3 far more manageable off the tee.

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This 231-yard par 3 demands precision off the tee - there's no bailout area as the fairway ends before the green, making club selection and accuracy critical for finding the putting surface.

approach

Aim for the center of this generous 7,862 square foot green (40y x 32y) rather than attacking pins - the large putting surface gives you room to work with and reduces three-putt risk.

hazard warning

Beware of bunkers positioned at 192.7 yards from the tee - take one more club to clear these sand traps and avoid the short-sided recovery shots they create.

tee shot

With only 24 yards of fairway width at 200 yards, missing left or right of the target line will likely find trouble - commit to your line and trust your swing on this demanding one-shotter.

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This par 3 is ideal for working on your long iron or hybrid. Launch monitors from $600 let you practice this exact shot with real course data from home.

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Scoring Tip

On long par 3s, hitting the green is a win — don't be afraid to take one extra club and aim center.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What club should I use on this par 3?

At 231 yards, most golfers will need a fairway wood or hybrid to reach this green. Adjust for elevation, wind, and pin position.

How difficult is hole 16?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 3, large green requiring good lag putting.

How big is the green on hole 16?

The green is large and can play quite long. Three-putt territory if you don't manage your approach distance well.

What's a good score on hole 16?

This hole is a challenging par where bogey is acceptable. This longer par 3 will test your long iron or hybrid game. Par is a good score.

Can I practice hole 16 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Oakmont Country Club. You can play this exact par 3 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 →