Hole 12 at Los Serranos Golf & Country Club (South course)

Par 3 • 189 Yards • Chino Hills, California

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The 12th hole at Los Serranos Golf & Country Club (South course) presents a classic par 3 challenge at 189 yards, demanding precision over a straightforward but deceptive layout. This mid-length one-shotter requires golfers to navigate to a small, well-protected green that rewards accurate club selection and committed swings. The absence of major hazards might suggest simplicity, but the compact target and strategic pin positions create subtle challenges that separate confident ball-strikers from tentative players. Set against the rolling terrain of Chino Hills, this hole epitomizes the course's reputation for demanding accuracy without overwhelming intimidation. Success here hinges on trusting your yardage and executing a pure tee shot to secure par.

Tees:

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Green:25y × 27y

3 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 3
Yardage: 189 yds
Green: 4280 sq ft
Bunkers: 3
Course Slope: 135
Course Rating: 76.1

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Club selection is critical on this 189-yard par 3 - choose a club that gives you confidence to carry the distance while maintaining accuracy, as there's no fairway to bail out to.

hazard warning

Be aware of bunkers positioned at 130.4 yards from the tee - while short of the green, they could catch mishit shots or serve as aiming references for your approach.

green

Target the center of this moderately-sized green measuring 25 by 27 yards - with 4,280 square feet to work with, you have room for error if you commit to your yardage.

approach

This is a true one-shot hole with no landing zone available from the tee - you must carry your ball all the way to the green, making distance control and club selection paramount.

tee shot

With no fairway width at either 200 or 250 yards, there's no option to play conservatively short - commit fully to reaching the green in one shot.

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Scoring Tip

Short par 3s reward precision. Pick the right club for the front-center of the green and trust your swing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What club should I use on this par 3?

At 189 yards, most golfers will need a long iron or hybrid (5-iron to 6-iron) to reach this green. Adjust for elevation, wind, and pin position.

How difficult is hole 12?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.

How big is the green on hole 12?

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

What's a good score on hole 12?

This hole is a challenging par where bogey is acceptable. This longer par 3 will test your long iron or hybrid game. Par is a good score.

Can I practice hole 12 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Los Serranos Golf & Country Club (South course). You can play this exact par 3 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 →