Hole 6 at Colonial Country Club
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 394 yds
- Stroke index
- 11
- Hazards
- 6 bunkers
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 29 yds deep × 26 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 · 394 yards
The plan for No. 6
Colonial Country Club hole 6 presents a deceptively straightforward par 4 that embodies the strategic brilliance of Perry Maxwell's design philosophy. At 394 yards, this straight hole demands precision over power, with its compact green complex serving as the primary defense. The tee shot plays to a generous fairway, but the real challenge lies in the approach shot to the small, well-protected green. Players must carefully consider club selection and pin position, as the tight green leaves little margin for error. This hole exemplifies Colonial's reputation for rewarding accuracy and course management, where a seemingly simple layout can quickly punish aggressive or poorly executed shots. The understated elegance makes it a true test of iron play.
Off the tee
The tee shot strategy centers on positioning for your most comfortable approach distance. Most golfers should favor accuracy over distance, using a fairway wood or long iron to find the center of the fairway about 250 yards out. This leaves a manageable mid-iron approach while ensuring you avoid any rough or uneven lies. Longer hitters might consider driver if they're confident in their accuracy, but the reward doesn't significantly outweigh the risk of finding trouble. The target line should favor the center of the fairway, giving yourself the largest margin for error. ## APPROACH The approach shot is where this hole is won or lost. With a small green as your target, club selection becomes critical - it's better to be between clubs and swing smoothly than to force a shot. Aim for the center of the green regardless of pin position, as the small target demands conservative strategy. A mid-iron to short-iron approach should allow for proper trajectory and spin to hold the putting surface. Pay attention to wind conditions, as they'll have a greater impact on this shorter approach shot than you might expect. ## ON THE GREEN The small green means every putt matters, and proximity to the hole becomes even more important. Focus on lag putting to avoid three-putts, as the compact surface can create deceptively quick putts. Pin positions on the edges of this small green can be particularly challenging, making center-green approaches even more valuable. Read putts carefully, as subtle breaks can be magnified on a smaller surface. ## RISK VS REWARD This hole offers a clear risk/reward scenario: aggressive play can yield birdies, but the small green punishes wayward approach shots severely. The primary reward comes from attacking pins when you have a comfortable approach distance and favorable conditions. The risk lies in short-siding yourself or missing the green entirely, leading to difficult up-and-downs that can quickly turn a birdie opportunity into bogey. ## DIFFERENT SKILL LEVELS **High-Handicap Players:** Focus on two-shot strategy with conservative club selection. Use a fairway wood or hybrid off the tee for accuracy, leaving a comfortable mid-iron approach. Always aim for the center of the green, regardless of pin position, and prioritize finding the putting surface over attacking flags. **Low-Handicap Players:** This hole rewards precision and confidence. Consider driver if you're hitting it well, as the shorter approach can create more birdie opportunities. Be more aggressive with pin positions when you have a wedge or short iron in hand, but respect the small target. This is a hole where good players should expect to make birdie with solid execution. The key to success on Colonial's 6th lies in recognizing it as a scoring opportunity while respecting the precision required. Smart course management and accurate approach play will consistently produce good scores on this seemingly straightforward but deceptively challenging hole.
Approach & recovery
The approach shot is where this hole is won or lost. With a small green as your target, club selection becomes critical - it's better to be between clubs and swing smoothly than to force a shot. Aim for the center of the green regardless of pin position, as the small target demands conservative strategy. A mid-iron to short-iron approach should allow for proper trajectory and spin to hold the putting surface. Pay attention to wind conditions, as they'll have a greater impact on this shorter approach shot than you might expect. ## ON THE GREEN The small green means every putt matters, and proximity to the hole becomes even more important. Focus on lag putting to avoid three-putts, as the compact surface can create deceptively quick putts. Pin positions on the edges of this small green can be particularly challenging, making center-green approaches even more valuable. Read putts carefully, as subtle breaks can be magnified on a smaller surface. ## RISK VS REWARD This hole offers a clear risk/reward scenario: aggressive play can yield birdies, but the small green punishes wayward approach shots severely. The primary reward comes from attacking pins when you have a comfortable approach distance and favorable conditions. The risk lies in short-siding yourself or missing the green entirely, leading to difficult up-and-downs that can quickly turn a birdie opportunity into bogey. ## DIFFERENT SKILL LEVELS **High-Handicap Players:** Focus on two-shot strategy with conservative club selection. Use a fairway wood or hybrid off the tee for accuracy, leaving a comfortable mid-iron approach. Always aim for the center of the green, regardless of pin position, and prioritize finding the putting surface over attacking flags. **Low-Handicap Players:** This hole rewards precision and confidence. Consider driver if you're hitting it well, as the shorter approach can create more birdie opportunities. Be more aggressive with pin positions when you have a wedge or short iron in hand, but respect the small target. This is a hole where good players should expect to make birdie with solid execution. The key to success on Colonial's 6th lies in recognizing it as a scoring opportunity while respecting the precision required. Smart course management and accurate approach play will consistently produce good scores on this seemingly straightforward but deceptively challenging hole.
On the green
The small green means every putt matters, and proximity to the hole becomes even more important. Focus on lag putting to avoid three-putts, as the compact surface can create deceptively quick putts. Pin positions on the edges of this small green can be particularly challenging, making center-green approaches even more valuable. Read putts carefully, as subtle breaks can be magnified on a smaller surface. ## RISK VS REWARD This hole offers a clear risk/reward scenario: aggressive play can yield birdies, but the small green punishes wayward approach shots severely. The primary reward comes from attacking pins when you have a comfortable approach distance and favorable conditions. The risk lies in short-siding yourself or missing the green entirely, leading to difficult up-and-downs that can quickly turn a birdie opportunity into bogey. ## DIFFERENT SKILL LEVELS **High-Handicap Players:** Focus on two-shot strategy with conservative club selection. Use a fairway wood or hybrid off the tee for accuracy, leaving a comfortable mid-iron approach. Always aim for the center of the green, regardless of pin position, and prioritize finding the putting surface over attacking flags. **Low-Handicap Players:** This hole rewards precision and confidence. Consider driver if you're hitting it well, as the shorter approach can create more birdie opportunities. Be more aggressive with pin positions when you have a wedge or short iron in hand, but respect the small target. This is a hole where good players should expect to make birdie with solid execution. The key to success on Colonial's 6th lies in recognizing it as a scoring opportunity while respecting the precision required. Smart course management and accurate approach play will consistently produce good scores on this seemingly straightforward but deceptively challenging hole.
Watch for
- Mapped bunkers (6) are in play around the landing areas and green.
Hole 6 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 3,572 sq ft
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 394 yards.
What's the best strategy off the tee?
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For this 394-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 moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered, small green.
How big is the green on hole 6?
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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 6?
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This hole is a medium-length test where par is a solid result. A straightforward par 4 where course management pays off.