Hole 13 at Spyglass Hill Golf Course
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 460 yds
- Stroke index
- 4
- Hazards
- 6 bunkers
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 34 yds deep × 26 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Championship tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Championship tees · Par 4 · 460 yards
The plan for No. 13
As golfers transition from the ocean-kissed front nine, the 13th hole plunges deep into Spyglass Hill's legendary Del Monte Forest setting. This demanding par-4 epitomizes the course's reputation as the "Greatest Meeting of Sand and Trees," challenging players with its woodland character and strategic demands.
Off the tee
Your tee shot strategy should prioritize finding the fairway over maximum distance. With dense Del Monte Forest trees lining both sides, accuracy becomes paramount in your club selection and target line. Most golfers will benefit from taking a controlled swing with their driver or 3-wood, aiming for the center of the fairway about 250-280 yards out. The key is avoiding the temptation to grip it and rip it - the trees are unforgiving and will quickly turn a potential birdie opportunity into a bogey or worse. Focus on a smooth tempo and commit to your target line down the middle of the fairway.
Approach & recovery
With the green being notably small, your approach shot becomes the scoring moment of this hole. Depending on your tee shot position, you'll likely face a mid-iron to long-iron into the green. The lack of significant hazards around the green is both a blessing and a potential trap - while there's no water to avoid, the small target demands precision. Favor the center of the green regardless of pin position, as the compact putting surface makes it difficult to get close from off the green. Take one more club than you think you need and focus on solid contact rather than trying to attack every pin position.
On the green
The small green at the 13th rewards accurate approach shots but can punish those who miss their target. While specific break information isn't available, expect subtle undulations that require careful green reading. Given the green's size, most putts will be relatively short, making this a hole where lag putting becomes less critical than on larger greens. Focus on getting your first putt close to the hole, as three-putts should be rare on a green of this size. Pay attention to the grain direction, which can be influenced by the surrounding forest canopy.
Watch for
- Greenside bunker (greenside)
Hole 13 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 4,103 sq ft
Course coverage
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 460 yards.
What's the best strategy off the tee?
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For this 460-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.
How difficult is hole 13?
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This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4, small green.
How big is the green on hole 13?
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The green is small and requires precision. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.
What's a good score on hole 13?
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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.