Hole 2 at Whistling Straits
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 372 yds
- Stroke index
- 6
- Hazards
- 5 bunkers · Water
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 38 yds deep × 20 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 · 372 yards
The plan for No. 2
Hole 2 at Whistling Straits offers a short, tempting par 4 that rewards precision over power. Its dogleg routing along Lake Michigan's rugged terrain demands a well-placed tee shot to set up an ideal angle into the green. Deceptively brief in yardage, this hole punishes players who underestimate its strategic subtleties.
Off the tee
The ideal target line favors the right-center of the fairway, setting up the best angle into the green as the hole bends left. Players tempted to challenge the corner and shorten the hole must weigh that against bringing the left-side trouble into play—a smart play for many will be a 3-wood, hybrid, or long iron to a comfortable landing zone rather than driver. This isn't a hole where distance off the tee pays significant dividends; positioning for your approach shot matters far more than how far you can carry it. Avoid pushing shots right, where the terrain can complicate the look into the green.
Approach & recovery
Choose a carry target with enough margin for your normal miss, using mapped hazard edges rather than a single yardage guess.
On the green
With green size and shape unknown from available data, players should rely on-course observation and local knowledge for break tendencies. Given the surrounding bunker complex, expect some subtle movement toward the sand on the edges of the putting surface. Two-putting from anywhere on this green should be viewed as a solid result, especially when the flag is cut close to one of the three bunkers—lag putting take precedence over aggressive charges at the hole in those situations.
Watch for
- Water along the hole
- Fairway bunker crossing the landing zone
- Greenside bunker (greenside)
Hole 2 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 3,536 sq ft
Course coverage
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 372 yards.
What's the best strategy off the tee?
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For this 372-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.
How difficult is hole 2?
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This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: water in play, heavily bunkered, small green.
How big is the green on hole 2?
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The green is small and requires precision. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.
What's a good score on hole 2?
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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.