Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort (Resort course) Hole by Hole - 16th Hole
Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort (Resort course), California
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Hole 16 at Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort is a challenging par 4 that requires precision and strategic thinking. Located in Palm Springs, California, this hole plays at a distance of 411 yards from the championship tees and has a handicap of 4.
The tee shot on this hole should be aimed towards the left side of the fairway to avoid the slight dogleg right. With an average drive of 217 yards, it is recommended to use a driver off the tee to maximize distance and set up for a shorter approach shot. However, keep in mind that strong winds can impact ball flight conditions in Palm Springs, so it may be necessary to adjust club selection accordingly.
Once in the fairway, golfers will face an approach shot to a green with four bunkers surrounding it. These greenside bunkers make up only 3% of total bunker coverage on this hole but still pose a significant challenge for those who miss their target. It is important to take into account wind direction and speed when selecting your club for this approach shot.
With an average pitching wedge distance of 120 yards, most golfers will need to use either their sand wedge or gap wedge for their approach depending on how far they hit their drives. The green itself measures at approximately 8229 square feet with some undulation, making accuracy crucial when hitting onto it.
Throughout all four seasons in Palm Springs (spring/summer/fall/winter), temperatures can vary greatly due to altitude changes and desert climate conditions. This can have an impact on ball flight distances as well as affect playing conditions such as firmness or softness of the course.
Overall, Hole 16 at Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort offers both challenges and opportunities for scoring well if approached strategically with careful consideration given to weather factors and club selection based on personal skill level.
Teebox type:
Championship
Par:
4
Distance:
411 yards
Handicap:
4
Green Area:
8229
Approx Fairway Width:
52
Has Water:
False
Curvature:
Slight dogleg
Percent Bunkers Near green:
3
Bunker Count:
4
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
Playing Tips:
1. Aim for the left side of the fairway off the tee to avoid the dogleg right and give yourself a better angle for your approach shot.
2. Use a driver off the tee to maximize distance, but be prepared to adjust club selection based on wind conditions.
3. Take into account wind direction and speed when selecting your club for your approach shot to the green with four surrounding bunkers.
4. Depending on your average pitching wedge distance, use either a sand wedge or gap wedge for your approach shot onto the large green with undulation.
5. Consider adjusting club selection based on seasonal temperature changes that can affect ball flight distances and course conditions.
6. Accuracy is crucial when hitting onto this large green, so take time to assess any potential hazards before making your approach shot.
7. Practice different shots from greenside bunkers in preparation for potential misses around this challenging green complex.
8. Utilize course knowledge and personal skill level to make strategic decisions throughout each hole at Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort.
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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