Hole 1 at Whirlwind Golf Club at Wild Horse Pass (Devils Claw course)

Par 4 • 424 Yards • Chandler, Arizona

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Your round at The Devil's Claw begins with "Greasy Mountain," a par-4 opener that sets the tone while facing the dramatic backdrop of South Mountain, known to the Gila River Indian Community as Muh-wah Ha-dahk. This inaugural hole welcomes you to Gary Panks' championship design, where each hole carries the rich cultural heritage of the Gila River Indian Reservation.

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Green:35y × 26y

Fairway @250y:46y wide

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Whirlwind Golf Club at Wild Horse Pass (Devils Claw course)

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 424 yds
Green: 4626 sq ft
Bunkers: 2
Course Slope: 129
Course Rating: 72.6

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Position your tee shot carefully on this 424-yard opener - the fairway narrows significantly from 61 yards wide at the 200-yard mark to just 46 yards wide at 250 yards, making accuracy more important than distance off the tee.

hazard warning

Avoid the fairway bunker positioned at 230 yards from the tee - this hazard sits right in the prime landing zone for most drives and will leave you with a difficult approach to the green.

approach

Plan your approach to the moderately-sized green measuring 4,626 square feet (34 yards by 26 yards) - this target requires precision rather than power, especially if you're coming in from the narrower part of the fairway.

tee shot

Consider laying back with a 3-wood or hybrid to position your ball around the 200-yard mark where the fairway is widest at 61 yards, giving you the best angle and lie for your approach shot.

hazard warning

Be aware of the greenside bunker positioned at 398 yards - while not immediately threatening your approach, poor distance control could find this hazard if you're overly aggressive with your second shot.

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This 424-yard par 4 is ideal for working on your driver accuracy. Launch monitors from $600 let you practice this exact shot with real course data from home.

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Scoring Tip

Focus on getting your approach inside 20 feet. Two putts from there and you walk away with par.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 424-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 1?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 1?

Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 1?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. The green is wider than it is deep, rewarding shots that find the correct tier. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 1?

This hole is a demanding hole where bogey is not unusual. This longer par 4 will test most golfers. Focus on position over distance.

Can I practice hole 1 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Whirlwind Golf Club at Wild Horse Pass (Devils Claw course). You can play this exact 424-yard par 4 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 →