Hole 17 at The Bull at Pinehurst Farms

Par 5 • 572 Yards • Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin

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As you approach the 17th hole at The Bull, Wisconsin's only Jack Nicklaus design, you're facing one of the course's signature finishing challenges named after a famous bull from Pinehurst Farms. This lengthy par 5 demands both power and precision as part of Nicklaus's strategic test leading to the clubhouse.

Tees:

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Green:29y × 36y

5 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 572 yds
Green: 4756 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 147
Course Rating: 76.3

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Strategy Tips

hazard warning

This hole presents an unusual challenge with no defined fairway at traditional landing zones - exercise extreme caution off the tee as the fairway width measures 0 yards at both 200 and 250 yards from the tee.

tee shot

With the landing zone at 0 yards from the tee, this suggests either a forced carry or an extremely tight opening shot - consider laying up short of trouble or using a more conservative club selection to find safe ground.

approach

Three bunkers guard the approach zone between 509 and 544 yards, requiring precise distance control on your second or third shot to avoid these hazards clustered near the green.

green

The relatively compact green measuring 29 by 36 yards (4,756 sq ft) demands accuracy on your approach - focus on hitting the center of this modestly-sized target to avoid difficult recovery shots.

approach

At 572 yards, this par 5 requires strategic planning - with bunkers positioned at 509, 540, and 544 yards, your layup shot should target the 480-500 yard range to avoid these greenside hazards.

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Scoring Tip

Scoring on par 5s starts with a smart second shot. Laying up to your favorite wedge distance gives you the best birdie chance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can this par 5 be reached in two?

At 572 yards, A true three-shot hole for most players. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge distance.

How difficult is hole 17?

This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 5, water in play, heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 17?

Key hazards include: 3 greenside bunkers; water at 416.6 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 17?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 17?

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.

Can I practice hole 17 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for The Bull at Pinehurst Farms. You can play this exact par 5 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 →