Hole 7 at Pete Dye Golf Club
- Par
- 3
- Yardage
- 196 yds
- Hazards
- 2 bunkers
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 36 yds deep × 35 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Championship tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Championship tees · Par 3 · 196 yards
The plan for No. 7
Pete Dye Golf Club hole 7 demands precision from the tee, offering no margin for hesitation on this demanding par 3. Playing 196 yards over a straight line to the green, the hole presents a visual gauntlet that tests nerve as much as swing mechanics. A trio of hazards frames the putting surface—twin sand bunkers flank the green's edges while dense woods lurk nearby, ready to swallow any shot that drifts offline. The green complex, though modest in appearance from the tee, rewards golfers who commit fully to their club selection and trust their line. This hole's true character emerges in its unforgiving simplicity: one shot, one target, minimal room for error—a classic Dye challenge where visual intimidation meets strategic execution.
Off the tee
Tee Shot Since this is a par 3, your tee shot is your approach shot — there's no layup option. At 196 yards, most players will be looking at a long iron, hybrid, or even a fairway wood depending on conditions and personal distance. The target line should favor the center of the green, taking the bunkers out of play on both sides rather than firing at a tucked pin. Wind will be a major factor at this yardage, so club up in headwind conditions rather than forcing a shot that comes up short into the sand. Avoid the temptation to chase a pin near the woods — a shot that leaks even slightly offline can find trouble that turns a routine par into a bogey or worse.
Approach & recovery
Approach Because this is a one-shot hole, the "approach" strategy is really about shot shape and trajectory off the tee. A mid-to-high ball flight that lands softly will help hold the green given the surrounding hazards. Players should assess where the sand and woods sit relative to the flag on the visualization and pick a conservative line that favors the safer side of the green. When the pin is cut close to either bunker, the smart play is to take the middle of the green and accept a longer birdie putt rather than a risky flag hunt that could leave you in the sand or worse, in the woods.
On the green
On The Green With green size and shape unknown from available data, players should rely on visual cues from the course and their practice round experience. Given the greenside bunkers on both sides, expect the putting surface to have some subtle contouring that feeds toward the sand — pay close attention to any breaks near the edges. Two-putting from anywhere on this green should be viewed as a successful outcome, especially when the tee shot finishes on the correct section relative to a tricky pin position.
Watch for
- Course conditioning and mapped hazards may affect line selection; confirm from the aerial.
Hole 7 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 6,517 sq ft
Course coverage
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 196 yards.
What club should I use on this par 3?
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At 196 yards, most golfers will need a long iron or hybrid (5-iron to 6-iron) to reach this green. Adjust for elevation, wind, and pin position.
How difficult is hole 7?
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This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.
What hazards should I watch out for on hole 7?
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Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.
How big is the green on hole 7?
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The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.