Where is the Masters Played? Augusta National Golf Club Guide | BookieBrawler
Augusta National Golf Club: location, course details, famous holes, Amen Corner, and everything about where the Masters Tournament is held.
Where Is the Masters Played?
The Masters is played at <strong>Augusta National Golf Club</strong>, located at 2604 Washington Road, Augusta, Georgia 30904. Unlike other major championships that rotate venues, the Masters has been held at Augusta National every year since 1934.
About Augusta National Golf Club
- <strong>Founded:</strong> 1933 by Bobby Jones and Clifford Roberts
- <strong>Course designers:</strong> Alister MacKenzie and Bobby Jones
- <strong>Par:</strong> 72
- <strong>Yardage:</strong> 7,545 yards
- <strong>Grass:</strong> Bentgrass greens, Rye fairways
Famous Holes at Augusta National
- <strong>Hole 12 (Golden Bell):</strong> The iconic 155-yard par 3 over Rae's Creek - one of the most famous holes in golf
- <strong>Hole 13 (Azalea):</strong> 510-yard par 5 that's the final hole of Amen Corner - reachable in two for an eagle opportunity
- <strong>Hole 15 (Firethorn):</strong> 530-yard par 5 where the pond in front of the green creates dramatic risk-reward decisions
- <strong>Hole 16 (Redbud):</strong> 170-yard par 3 where legendary shots have been made, including Tiger's famous chip-in
When Is the Masters?
The Masters Tournament is traditionally held the first full week of April every year. Practice rounds are Monday through Wednesday, with competitive rounds from Thursday through Sunday.