Hole 2 at Sea Pines Resort - Harbour Town
- Par
- 5
- Yardage
- 502 yds
- Stroke index
- 9
- Hazards
- 5 bunkers
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 27 yds deep × 33 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Championship tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Championship tees · Par 5 · 502 yards
The plan for No. 2
The 2nd at Sea Pines Resort - Harbour Town is a 502.0-yard par 5 that plays straightaway.
Off the tee
The tee shot sets up your entire strategy for this scoring opportunity. With a clear, straight fairway ahead, focus on finding the optimal position for your second shot rather than maximum distance. A smooth driver or 3-wood down the center-left portion of the fairway provides the best angle and leaves you in prime position. Longer hitters should be mindful not to get too aggressive, as course management trumps distance on this hole. The wide landing area forgives minor misses, but staying in the short grass is crucial for setting up your approach options.
Approach & recovery
Your approach strategy depends entirely on your tee shot execution and personal capabilities. Stronger players may have a legitimate chance to reach in two with a mid-iron to long-iron, making this a prime birdie or even eagle opportunity. However, the small green demands pinpoint accuracy - anything offline will leave a challenging recovery. More conservative players should focus on a comfortable layup to their preferred wedge distance, typically leaving 80-120 yards for the third shot. When laying up, favor the center-right side of the fairway for the best approach angle to the small target.
On the green
The small green is this hole's primary defense and requires respect regardless of how you arrive. Pin position becomes critical - back pins are particularly challenging given the limited target area. Focus on hitting to the center of the green when in doubt, as two-putting from anywhere on this surface is a victory. The putting surface likely features subtle breaks that can be deceptive, so take time to read your lines carefully. Lag putting becomes essential on longer putts to avoid three-putting.
Watch for
- Fairway bunker crossing the landing zone
Hole 2 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 3,891 sq ft
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 502 yards.
Can this par 5 be reached in two?
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At 502 yards, Reachable in two for longer hitters. Consider laying up short of hazards if going for it is risky.
How difficult is hole 2?
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This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.
How big is the green on hole 2?
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The green is small and requires precision. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.
What's a good score on hole 2?
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This hole is a solid birdie opportunity with smart layup strategy. Most golfers can reach in three. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge.