Hole 13 at TPC at River Highlands

Par 5 • 523 Yards • Cromwell, Connecticut

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The 13th hole at TPC at River Highlands presents a tantalizing birdie opportunity that demands both precision and course management. This straight par 5 stretches 523 yards through tree-lined fairways, offering multiple strategic options for players of varying abilities. The generous landing area welcomes aggressive tee shots, but the real challenge emerges on the approach to a deceptively small green complex. Without major hazards to navigate, golfers can focus purely on execution and club selection. The compact putting surface requires pinpoint accuracy on longer approach shots, rewarding those who lay up strategically over those who chase the green in two. This risk-reward hole epitomizes championship golf design—seemingly straightforward yet demanding thoughtful strategy to capitalize on scoring opportunities.

Tees:

523y503y470y431y

Green:37y × 37y

Fairway @250y:42y wide

11 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 523 yds
Green: 7255 sq ft
Bunkers: 11
Water: Yes

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Strategy Tips

hazard warning

This hole presents an extreme strategic challenge with no traditional fairway landing areas - both the 200-yard and 250-yard markers show 0 yards of fairway width, making accuracy paramount off the tee.

tee shot

With no defined landing zone from the tee and bunkers positioned at 247 yards, consider laying up with a shorter iron or hybrid to stay short of trouble and maintain control.

approach

The large 7,255 square foot green (37x37 yards) provides a generous target for your approach shots, so focus on finding the putting surface rather than attacking pins on this challenging layout.

hazard warning

Two bunkers guard the green area at 543.9 and 547.0 yards - nearly identical distances to the 523-yard hole length - meaning these hazards are right at the green complex and must be navigated on your final approach.

green

With the green's substantial 37-yard width and depth, club selection for approaches should prioritize landing safely on the putting surface over distance, as the generous target allows for margin of error.

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Scoring Tip

Scoring on par 5s starts with a smart second shot. Laying up to your favorite wedge distance gives you the best birdie chance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can this par 5 be reached in two?

At 523 yards, A true three-shot hole for most players. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge distance.

How difficult is hole 13?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: water in play, heavily bunkered, large green requiring good lag putting.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 13?

Key hazards include: 6 greenside bunkers; water at 473.9 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

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 a solid birdie opportunity with smart layup strategy. Most golfers can reach in three. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge.

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

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for TPC at River Highlands. You can play this exact par 5 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 →