Hole 5 at TPC San Antonio (Oaks Course)

Par 4 • 342 Yards • San Antonio, Texas

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The fifth hole at TPC San Antonio's Oaks Course presents a deceptively strategic par 4 that rewards precision over power. At 342 yards, this straight-away layout invites aggressive play, but the small green demands careful consideration. With minimal hazards protecting the hole, the primary challenge lies in positioning for the ideal approach angle to the compact putting surface. The generous fairway allows golfers to focus on distance control rather than accuracy off the tee, making this an excellent scoring opportunity for players who can dial in their wedge game. Smart course management and a confident short iron separate good scores from great ones on this seemingly straightforward hole that plays shorter than many expect.

Tees:

342y315y282y270y196y

Green:27y × 24y

Fairway @250y:12y wide

5 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 342 yds
Green: 3808 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Course Slope: 145
Course Rating: 76.6

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Position your tee shot carefully on this short par 4 - the fairway narrows dramatically from 24 yards wide at 200 yards to just 12 yards wide at 250 yards, making accuracy more important than distance.

tee shot

Consider laying up with a mid-iron or hybrid to the 200-yard mark where the fairway is widest at 24 yards, leaving a comfortable wedge approach to this short 342-yard hole.

approach

Target the center of this compact green measuring 27 yards by 24 yards - with only 3,808 square feet of putting surface, precision is crucial for setting up birdie opportunities.

hazard warning

Be aware of bunkers positioned at 336 yards - while they won't come into play for most golfers on this 342-yard hole, aggressive drivers need to account for these hazards near the green.

approach

With the green just 6 yards beyond the bunkers at 336 yards, any approach shot must be precisely controlled - consider taking one more club to ensure you clear the hazards and hold this small putting surface.

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Scoring Tip

With bunkers guarding the green, pick the side with the most room and let the slope feed the ball toward the pin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 342-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 5?

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

How big is the green on hole 5?

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

What's a good score on hole 5?

This hole is a birdie opportunity if you find the fairway. This shorter par 4 rewards accuracy off the tee with a short iron approach.

Can I practice hole 5 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for TPC San Antonio (Oaks Course). You can play this exact 342-yard par 4 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 →