Hole 8 at Chambers Bay Golf Course
- Par
- 5
- Yardage
- 602 yds
- Stroke index
- 1
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 53 yds deep × 22 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 · 602 yards
The plan for No. 8
The 8th at Chambers Bay Golf Course is a 602.0-yard par 5 that plays straightaway.
Off the tee
The opening shot demands maximum distance while maintaining accuracy down the straight fairway. Grip down slightly on your driver to ensure solid contact, as distance is crucial on this marathon hole. Target the center-left portion of the fairway to set up the optimal angle for your second shot. The key is finding the perfect balance between aggressive distance-seeking and maintaining control—a wayward tee shot here can derail your entire hole strategy before you've even begun the approach sequence.
Approach & recovery
Your second shot becomes a positioning play rather than a green-seeking missile. For most players, this means advancing the ball as far as possible while staying in the fairway, setting up a manageable third shot distance. Aim for the widest part of the fairway, typically using a fairway wood or hybrid depending on your tee shot result. The goal is to leave yourself with a comfortable wedge or short iron for your third shot into that demanding small green.
On the green
The small green demands pinpoint accuracy on your approach and rewards precise putting. With limited surface area, there's little room for error on your final approach shot. Once on the green, focus on lag putting to avoid three-putts, as the combination of a long hole and small target often leaves players with lengthy first putts. Read the green carefully from multiple angles, as the small surface can create deceptive breaks.
Watch for
- Course conditioning and coastal wind
Hole 8 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 8,839 sq ft
Course coverage
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 602 yards.
Can this par 5 be reached in two?
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At 602 yards, A true three-shot hole for most players. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge distance.
How difficult is hole 8?
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This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 5, large green requiring good lag putting.
How big is the green on hole 8?
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The green is large and can play quite long. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Three-putt territory if you don't manage your approach distance well.
What's a good score on hole 8?
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This hole is a true three-shot hole where birdie requires execution. This longer par 5 demands patience. Two good shots set up the scoring opportunity.