Hole 13 at Riviera Country Club, The

Par 4 • 459 Yards • Pacific Palisades, California

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The 13th hole at Riviera Country Club stands as a testament to the course's demanding character that helped forge Ben Hogan's legendary reputation. This strategic par-4 requires players to work the ball from right to left to find the fairway, embodying the precise shot-making that made "Hogan's Alley" famous.

Tees:

459y421y402y356y

Green:31y × 41y

Fairway @250y:30y wide

2 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 459 yds
Green: 6323 sq ft
Bunkers: 2
Course Slope: 141
Course Rating: 73.9

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This 459-yard par 4 demands precision off the tee with a draw shot to navigate the fairway that measures 34 yards wide at the 200-yard mark. As referenced in the hole guide, players need to move the ball from right to left to find the fairway, making this Ben Hogan's signature shot shape essential for success.

approach

The fairway continues to tighten as you approach your landing zone, narrowing to just 30 yards wide at the 250-yard mark. This means longer hitters must be especially careful with their tee shot placement to avoid being squeezed out of position for the approach.

approach

With bunkers positioned at 402 yards from the tee, your approach shot to this medium-sized green (6,323 square feet) will likely be from around 150-160 yards for most players. The green's dimensions of 30 yards by 41 yards provide a reasonable target, but precision is key given the hole's demanding nature.

hazard warning

Bunkers strategically placed at 402 yards from the tee will catch errant approach shots, so club selection and accuracy are paramount. These greenside hazards protect what is already a challenging target on this historic hole where Hogan showcased his legendary precision.

tee shot

Channel your inner Ben Hogan on this hole that bears his name - the key is working the ball right to left off the tee to position yourself in the optimal part of the 34-yard-wide fairway at 200 yards, setting up the best angle for your approach to this well-protected green.

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Scoring Tip

Long par 4s are scoring holes only if you keep the ball in play off the tee. Accuracy over distance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 459-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 13?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4.

How big is the green on hole 13?

The green is fairly large with multiple pin positions. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.

What's a good score on hole 13?

This hole is one of the tougher holes where par feels like birdie. A challenging par 4. Accept that bogey happens and avoid big numbers.

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

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Riviera Country Club, The. You can play this exact 459-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 →