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Hazeltine National Golf Club

Chaska, Minnesota

Private Club · 18 Holes · Par 72 · 7,674 yds · Members Only · 4.9

One of America's premier championship venues, Hazeltine has hosted two U.S. Opens, a PGA Championship, the 2016 Ryder Cup, and the 2002 and 2009 PGA Championships. The Robert Trent Jones Sr. design around Lake Hazeltine combines length, water hazards, and strategic bunkering.

History & Heritage

RTJ Sr. design, 1962. Hosted U.S. Open (1970, 1991), PGA (2002, 2009), 2016 Ryder Cup, 2019 Women's PGA. Will host 2029 Ryder Cup, first U.S. venue to host twice.

Signature Holes

7
Hole 7 Par 5 · 600 yards

Among Ryder Cup's longest holes, along Lake Hazeltine.

10
Hole 10 Par 4 · 400 yards

Strategic lakeside par 4.

16
Hole 16 Par 4 · 445 yards

Critical closing stretch championship hole.

18
Hole 18 Par 4 · 460 yards

Dramatic championship finisher.

What to Expect

Premier championship venue, 7,674 yards around Lake Hazeltine. Private only.

Playing Tips

Length is primary defense. Large contoured greens need correct positioning.

Highlights

  • 2016 Ryder Cup host venue
  • Multiple U.S. Open and PGA Championship host
  • Robert Trent Jones Sr. lakeside design

Frequently Asked Questions

Public?
No.
Events?
U.S. Open, PGA, 2016 Ryder Cup. 2029 Ryder Cup coming.
Designer?
RTJ Sr., 1962.
2029?
First U.S. venue hosting Ryder Cup twice.

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