Hole 2 at Sea Pines Resort - Harbour Town

Par 5502 Yards • Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

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The second hole at Sea Pines Resort - Harbour Town presents golfers with a strategic par 5 that rewards precision over pure power. This 502-yard straightaway challenge features a deceptively simple layout that demands careful course management from tee to green. The generous fairway invites an aggressive tee shot, but the real test lies in the approach to a small, well-defended green complex that punishes wayward shots. Without significant hazards cluttering the landscape, this hole becomes a pure test of distance control and accuracy, where three solid strikes can yield birdie opportunities for skilled players. The understated elegance of Harbour Town's design philosophy shines through on this hole, proving that strategic golf doesn't always require dramatic water carries or punishing bunkers.

Tees:
502y495y471y424y
Green:25y × 32y
Fairway @250y:24y wide
5 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par
5
Yardage
502 yds
Green
3891 sq ft
Bunkers
5
Course Slope
146
Course Rating
75

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the center of the fairway on your tee shot, as the landing area narrows significantly to just 12 yards wide at the 200-yard mark. This tight squeeze demands accuracy over distance to avoid trouble.

approach

If you can carry your drive past 250 yards, you'll find much more room to work with as the fairway opens up to 24 yards wide, giving you better positioning for your second shot on this 502-yard par 5.

green

The green measures a compact 3,891 square feet (24 yards by 32 yards), making it a relatively small target for approach shots. Focus on hitting the center of the green rather than attacking pin positions.

hazard warning

Be aware of bunkers positioned at 502.5 yards from the tee - essentially greenside given this hole's 502-yard length. These will catch aggressive second shots that come up short of the putting surface.

approach

With the hole playing exactly 502 yards to a par 5, most golfers will have a mid-to-short iron into the green after two good shots. Use this scoring opportunity to be aggressive with your approach to the compact green.

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Scoring Tip

Scoring on par 5s starts with a smart second shot. Laying up to your favorite wedge distance gives you the best birdie chance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can this par 5 be reached in two?

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?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.

How big is the green on hole 2?

The green is small and requires precision. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 2?

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.

Can I practice hole 2 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Sea Pines Resort - Harbour Town. You can play this exact par 5 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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