Hole 3 at Sea Pines Resort - Harbour Town
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 437 yds
- Stroke index
- 15
- Hazards
- 6 bunkers
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 35 yds deep × 25 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Championship tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Championship tees · Par 4 · 437 yards
The plan for No. 3
The 3rd at Sea Pines Resort - Harbour Town is a 437.0-yard par 4 that plays straightaway.
Off the tee
The tee shot strategy centers on positioning for your approach rather than maximum distance. Most players should target the center-left portion of the fairway, which typically provides the best angle into the small green. A smooth 3-wood or hybrid often proves more valuable than an aggressive driver, as accuracy trumps distance on this hole. The key is avoiding the temptation to overpower the hole – find the fairway first, then assess your approach options.
Approach & recovery
The approach shot demands precision due to the small green size. Mid-iron to long-iron will typically be required, depending on your tee shot position and pin location. Focus on the center of the green unless you're confident in your distance control with a specific pin position. The compact putting surface means that being slightly long or short can leave challenging recovery shots, so err toward the middle of the green and rely on your putting to create birdie opportunities.
On the green
The small green at Harbour Town's 3rd hole requires careful speed control and precise line selection. Putts from the edges can be tricky due to the green's size, making lag putting crucial for avoiding three-putts. Study the subtle breaks carefully – even on a smaller surface, Pete Dye's design philosophy ensures that putts are rarely straight. Focus on getting your first putt close rather than being overly aggressive with birdie attempts.
Watch for
- Fairway bunker crossing the landing zone
Hole 3 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 4,434 sq ft
How did Hole 3 play?
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 437 yards.
What's the best strategy off the tee?
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For this 437-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.
How difficult is hole 3?
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This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.
How big is the green on hole 3?
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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 3?
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This hole is a demanding hole where bogey is not unusual. This longer par 4 will test most golfers. Focus on position over distance.