PGA West (TPC Stadium course) Hole by Hole - 1st Hole

Hole 1 at PGA West (TPC Stadium course) is a 445 yard, par 4 from the championship tees. This hole has a slight dogleg left with an approximate fairway width of 35 yards. A tee shot to the center of this fairway will leave you with a mid-iron approach into an expansive 5312 square foot green, guarded by four bunkers and 2% greenside bunker coverage. With La Quinta's temperate weather throughout the year and its lower altitude compared to other courses in California, golfers can expect favorable ball flight conditions on Hole 1 regardless of season. Given that our average golfer hits their driver 217 yards, they should have no problem reaching or clearing the corner of this dogleg off the tee if needed; however, depending on wind direction, it may be advantageous to lay up short for a more accurate second shot instead. The ideal club selection for the approach would likely be either a 7 iron or pitching wedge from approximately 140 and 120 yards out respectively.