Hole 13 at El Caballero Country Club

Par 4 • 381 Yards • Tarzana, California

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Challenging

The 13th hole at El Caballero exemplifies Robert Trent Jones Sr.'s masterful design philosophy, demanding precision over power on this strategic par 4. Threading through the club's mature landscape, this hole showcases the architect's signature tight fairways and strategic bunkering that has challenged golfers since the course's golden era.

Tees:

381y364y

Green:25y × 22y

3 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 381 yds
Green: 2583 sq ft
Bunkers: 3
Course Slope: 132
Course Rating: 73.2

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Strategy Tips

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This hole presents an extreme strategic challenge with no viable fairway landing zones - the fairway measures 0 yards wide at both the 200-yard and 250-yard marks, making accuracy absolutely critical off the tee.

tee shot

With bunkers positioned at 270.1 yards from the tee, consider laying up with a shorter iron or hybrid to avoid the hazards while navigating the extremely narrow corridor - precision trumps distance on this Robert Trent Jones Sr. design.

approach

Plan your approach to the compact 2,583 square foot green (25 yards by 22 yards) carefully, as bunkers guard the green at 380.6 and 352.7 yards - club selection and pin position will be crucial for this target.

green

The relatively small green dimensions of 25 by 22 yards demand precise approach shots - focus on hitting the center of the green rather than attacking pins, especially with the challenging setup this hole presents.

hazard warning

Be aware of the greenside bunkers at 352.7 yards - coming up short or missing your target on this 381-yard par 4 will likely find sand, making up-and-down difficult on such a compact putting surface.

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This 381-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

With bunkers guarding the green, pick the side with the most room and let the slope feed the ball toward the pin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 381-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 13?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 13?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 13?

The green is small and requires precision. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 13?

This hole is a medium-length test where par is a solid result. A straightforward par 4 where course management pays off.

Can I practice hole 13 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for El Caballero Country Club. You can play this exact 381-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 →