Augusta National’s hole names — from Tea Olive to Holly — are more than floral whimsy; they stitch strategy, history and character into every yard. This concise guide lists all 18 Masters holes with par and yardage, highlights decisive moments like Amen Corner, and explains what each hole asks of contenders at Augusta National Golf Club.
Why Augusta’s hole names matter
The names at Augusta National are a design language: botanical, historic and intentionally vivid. They help fans and players frame the course’s demands while preserving club tradition. Understanding each hole’s identity clarifies why par is earned or blown here more than at most venues.
Hole-by-hole guide to Augusta National
No. 1 — Tea Olive | Par 4, 445 yards
A fair, open opening that rewards a controlled tee shot and a conservative approach to the green. Sets the tone: start steady, avoid early headlines.
No. 2 — Pink Dogwood | Par 5, 585 yards
A long, risk-reward par 5 where players can press for two-shot birdie chances. Requires length and patience; reachable marks the card, but errant shots invite trouble.
No. 3 — Flowering Peach | Par 4, 350 yards
A shorter, strategic par 4 that tempts aggression. Precision into a complicated green separates the bold from the prudent.
No. 4 — Flowering Crab Apple | Par 3, 240 yards
A long, exposed par 3 demanding a well-judged tee shot. Wind and pin position make scoring here highly variable.
No. 5 — Magnolia | Par 4, 495 yards
A true driver-and-wedge test where length meets necessary accuracy. Staying in play is the first objective; the green punishes mis-hits.
No. 6 — Juniper | Par 3, 180 yards
A classic mid-iron par 3 that rewards a centrally struck shot. Short but unforgiving when misses cascade into trouble.
No. 7 — Pampas | Par 4, 450 yards
A dogleg that blends length and line. Good tee placement opens the green; getting too cute can lead to long par saves.
No. 8 — Yellow Jasmine | Par 5, 570 yards
A reachable par 5 for long hitters that often produces birdie swings. Strategic thinking—lay up or attack—shapes leaderboard movement.
No. 9 — Carolina Cherry | Par 4, 460 yards
A tougher closing hole to the front nine with a demanding approach. Players aim to get to the turn without major damage.
No. 10 — Camellia | Par 4, 495 yards
The start of the back nine. Long and lined with trouble, it tests recovery and course management under pressure.
No. 11 — White Dogwood | Par 4, 520 yards
The first of Amen Corner’s trio — lengthy, strategic and psychologically significant. A par here is earned; mistakes compound.
No. 12 — Golden Bell | Par 3, 155 yards
Short but infamous: Golden Bell’s narrow green and swirling winds make it a championship pivot. Precision over power — always.
No. 13 — Azalea | Par 5, 545 yards
The finishing pillar of Amen Corner. A risk-reward marvel where aggressive lines can flip a round, but misjudgment is costly.
No. 14 — Chinese Fir | Par 4, 440 yards
A classic risk-reward par 4 that invites bold play into a receptive but guarded green. Momentum can shift here.
No. 15 — Firethorn | Par 5, 550 yards
A reachable par 5 with a green that repays precision. Birdies are earned; the hole is a clear scorer’s opportunity late in the round.
No. 16 — Redbud | Par 3, 170 yards
A picturesque par 3 where slope and pin location dominate. It has produced some of the tournament’s most dramatic moments.
No. 17 — Nandina | Par 4, 440 yards
A demanding tee shot and a tricky approach make this a pivotal scoring hole. Staying conservative often preserves a good round.
No. 18 — Holly | Par 4, 465 yards
A finishing hole that rewards a solid drive and a calm approach. Closing at Holly tests nerves — a fitting finale to a course that blends beauty with bite.
Key turning points and strategic takeaways
Amen Corner (holes 11–13) remains Augusta’s heartbeat: it compresses risk and reward into three holes that most often decide tournaments. The par 5s (Nos. 2, 8, 13, 15) are where scores swing; they reward length but demand accuracy. The mix of short, treacherous par 3s and long, demanding par 4s ensures that every skill set is tested.
What this means for players and fans
Knowing the names and subtleties of each hole sharpens appreciation for why champions separate themselves at the Masters.
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The nomenclature isn’t just quaint branding — it’s shorthand for strategy, history and the unique challenges of Augusta National Golf Club. For players, it’s a reminder that respect for layout and course management often trumps raw power; for fans, it makes every shot on every hole more meaningful.
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