Hole 18 at Grayhawk Golf Club (Raptor course)

Par 5 • 521 Yards • Scottsdale, Arizona

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The finishing hole at Grayhawk's Raptor course presents a beautiful yet strategic finale where first-tee jitters are truly justified. This par-5 offers multiple ways to attack, but with the right fairway bunker positioned as a difficult carry, smart course management becomes essential. Most golfers will need three shots to reach the green, making par the ultimate goal to close out your round.

Tees:

521y494y430y361y

Green:26y × 34y

Fairway @250y:38y wide

7 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 521 yds
Green: 4797 sq ft
Bunkers: 7
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 145
Course Rating: 74.1

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Play conservatively off the tee with a long iron or fairway wood to position short of the right bunker complex. The fairway widens significantly from 45 yards at 200 yards to 56 yards at 250 yards, giving you more room for your layup shot.

approach

With bunkers positioned at 530.8, 513.9, and 513.6 yards from the tee, most golfers should plan a three-shot strategy to this 521-yard par 5. Focus on avoiding the greenside bunkers and setting up a manageable third shot.

green

The green measures 26 yards by 34 yards (4,797 square feet), providing a generous target for your approach shot. Use this size to your advantage by aiming for the center of the green to avoid any pin-hunting risks.

hazard warning

Beware of the bunker complex around 513-531 yards from the tee. These hazards guard the green area and can turn a potential birdie opportunity into a bogey if you're overly aggressive with your second shot.

tee shot

Combat first-tee jitters by focusing on course management rather than distance. With the fairway at 45 yards wide at the 200-yard mark, accuracy is more important than power on this opening hole.

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Scoring Tip

Scoring on par 5s starts with a smart second shot. Laying up to your favorite wedge distance gives you the best birdie chance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can this par 5 be reached in two?

At 521 yards, A true three-shot hole for most players. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge distance.

How difficult is hole 18?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: water in play, heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 18?

Key hazards include: 4 greenside bunkers; water at 488.3 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 18?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 18?

This hole is a solid birdie opportunity with smart layup strategy. Most golfers can reach in three. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge.

Can I practice hole 18 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Grayhawk Golf Club (Raptor course). You can play this exact par 5 shot-by-shot at home. Entry-level options like the SkyTrak+ (around $2,500) and Garmin Approach R10 (around $600) support course play, while premium systems from Trackman and Foresight offer tour-level accuracy. Most systems pay for themselves in a season or two versus green fees and range balls. Shop home golf simulators →