Pine Needles is an 18-hole golf course in Southern Pines, NC with a par of 71. It offers 5 tee sets: medal tees (6,917 yards, slope 134, rating 73.9), ross tees (6,372 yards, slope 129, rating 70.8), regular tees (5,966 yards, slope 126, rating 68.6), executive tees (5,341 yards, slope 115, rating 65.5), forward tees (4,897 yards, slope 109, rating 63.9). The hardest hole is #6, a par 4 playing 400 yards from the first tee.
Pine Needles
Southern Pines, NC
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A long par 5 that plays straightaway with a fairway that gradually narrows as it approaches the green. The hole's length and need for accuracy on the approach shot present the primary challenge on this opening hole.

A strong par 4 that demands two quality shots to reach the green in regulation. The fairway is relatively open off the tee, but the approach into the green requires precision to avoid trouble surrounding the putting surface.

A short par 3 with a modest green complex that offers golfers a chance for an early birdie opportunity. The brevity of the hole makes it accessible from any tee, though accuracy remains important to find the small target.

A compact par 4 with a shorter overall length that plays deceptively challenging due to its tight configuration. The green sits in a confined area that demands an accurate approach after a controlled drive.

A mid-length par 3 that requires a solid intermediate iron to reach the green. The hole's moderate yardage is offset by the need to find the center of the green and avoid the hazards protecting it.

The course's most difficult par 4, this hole presents a stern examination with length and strategic hazards that penalize poor positioning off the tee and on the approach. The green is well-defended and demands near-perfect execution.

A formidable par 4 that ranks among the course's toughest holes, requiring two authoritative shots to reach safety. Hazards are positioned to punish both the drive and approach, making course management critical.

A shorter par 4 that provides some relief in the round with a more modest length and a relatively forgiving layout. The fairway opens up nicely, allowing golfers to be more aggressive off the tee.

A moderate par 4 that plays with a comfortable length and offers a reasonable approach to the green. The hole maintains good balance between fairway and green-side challenge without excessive severity.

A substantial par 5 that demands power and precision, ranking as the fourth-hardest hole on the course. The length requires strategic positioning on both the drive and second shot to set up a manageable approach.

A medium-length par 4 that plays with moderate difficulty through a straightforward layout. The fairway is reasonably open, though the approach into the green requires accuracy to avoid surrounding hazards.

A short par 4 that plays deceptively difficult despite its reduced yardage, with strategic bunkering and hazard placement creating a demanding final approach. The compact nature of the hole requires careful shot execution.

A mid-range par 3 that presents a solid one-shot challenge with moderate length and a well-protected green. The hole demands an accurate iron to find the putting surface without succumbing to surrounding trouble.

The second-hardest hole on the course, this par 4 combines length and strategic hazard placement to create a formidable challenge. Every stroke requires precision, from the tee shot through the approach into a well-guarded green.

A long and challenging par 5 that ranks sixth in difficulty and tests the golfer's entire skill set across three shots. The extended length and strategic hazard placement demand careful course management and strong execution.

The easiest hole on the course, this short par 3 offers an excellent scoring opportunity with modest yardage and an accessible green. Despite its brevity, finding the putting surface remains the primary objective.

A strong par 4 that plays with considerable length and presents a formidable challenge to reach the green in regulation. The hole's length and strategic design demand two confident, well-executed shots.

A solid finishing par 4 that plays with moderate difficulty and a straightforward design to conclude the round. The fairway allows for an aggressive approach, though the final approach shot determines the outcome on this closing hole.
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| HCP | 11 | 5 | 17 | 9 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 15 | 13 | 4 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 2 | 6 | 18 | 8 | 10 | |||
| medal tees | 500 | 465 | 145 | 395 | 209 | 450 | 445 | 352 | 377 | 3338 | 521 | 412 | 431 | 204 | 439 | 523 | 177 | 455 | 417 | 3579 | 6917 |
| ross tees | 482 | 440 | 134 | 355 | 189 | 400 | 392 | 341 | 367 | 3100 | 482 | 371 | 343 | 184 | 397 | 483 | 168 | 436 | 408 | 3272 | 6372 |
| regular tees | 466 | 412 | 126 | 327 | 167 | 370 | 346 | 317 | 352 | 2883 | 463 | 315 | 326 | 157 | 376 | 473 | 159 | 416 | 398 | 3083 | 5966 |
| executive tees | 452 | 373 | 121 | 272 | 115 | 308 | 316 | 283 | 258 | 2498 | 444 | 309 | 306 | 131 | 339 | 463 | 127 | 371 | 353 | 2843 | 5341 |
| forward tees | 425 | 368 | 108 | 262 | 109 | 301 | 311 | 277 | 252 | 2413 | 349 | 287 | 252 | 125 | 335 | 396 | 118 | 325 | 297 | 2484 | 4897 |