Calusa Lakes Golf Club Hole by Hole - 18th Hole
Calusa Lakes Golf Club, Florida
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Welcome to the 18th hole at Calusa Lakes Golf Club, located in Nokomis, Florida. This challenging par 4 measures 440 yards from the championship tees and has a handicap of 8, making it one of the more difficult holes on the course. The tee shot will require accuracy as well as distance control due to its slight dogleg left shape.
As you step onto this tee box, take note of your surroundings and assess any potential weather conditions that may affect your ball flight. With an average altitude and mild temperatures year-round in Nokomis, you can expect consistent ball flight conditions throughout all four seasons. However, be aware that strong winds can pick up off of the nearby coast and could impact your shots.
For our golfer who hits a driver around 217 yards off the tee, we recommend aiming for the center or slightly right side of this fairway which measures approximately 27 yards wide. This will help avoid any trouble on either side including five strategically placed bunkers along with water hazards near both sides of the landing area.
Once safely in play off the tee, you'll have roughly a mid-iron approach shot into this green which is guarded by only two greenside bunkers making up just under 2% of its total size (6203 sq ft). Depending on pin placement and wind direction/velocity during each round played here at Calusa Lakes Golf Club; we suggest using a club closer to your seven iron (140 yards) rather than pitching wedge (120 yards) for most players looking to score well consistently.
In summary; aim down towards or just past those five fairway bunkers while also avoiding water hazards left/right before setting yourself up for success with an accurate approach shot into this large green complex where birdie opportunities are still possible even if playing from further back distances like those seen on pro/men's tees measuring between ~394-325 yards respectively. Remember to always play smart and strategically on this hole, as it can easily make or break your round at Calusa Lakes Golf Club.
Teebox type:
Championship
Par:
4
Distance:
440 yards
Handicap:
8
Green Area:
6203
Approx Fairway Width:
27
Has Water:
True
Curvature:
Slight dogleg
Percent Bunkers Near green:
2
Bunker Count:
5
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
1. Take note of weather conditions: Before teeing off, assess any potential weather conditions that may affect your ball flight. Keep in mind that strong winds can pick up off the nearby coast and could impact your shots.
2. Aim for accuracy on tee shot: The tee shot on this hole will require both accuracy and distance control due to its slight dogleg left shape. For our golfer who hits a driver around 217 yards, we recommend aiming for the center or slightly right side of the fairway which measures approximately 27 yards wide.
3. Avoid trouble on either side: This hole has five strategically placed bunkers along with water hazards near both sides of the landing area. Make sure to avoid these hazards by aiming towards or just past the fairway bunkers.
4. Use a mid-iron approach shot: Once safely in play off the tee, you'll have roughly a mid-iron approach shot into this green which is guarded by only two greenside bunkers making up just under 2% of its total size (6203 sq ft). Depending on pin placement and wind direction/velocity, it's recommended to use a club closer to your seven iron (140 yards) rather than pitching wedge (120 yards).
5. Play smart and strategically: This hole has a handicap of 8, making it one of the more difficult holes on the course. Remember to always play smart and strategically here as it can easily make or break your round at Calusa Lakes Golf Club.
6. Take advantage of birdie opportunities: Despite being a challenging par 4, there are still birdie opportunities available if you play smartly and accurately throughout this hole.
7 . Be aware of different tee distances: The championship tees measure at 440 yards while pro/men's tees range from ~394-325 yards respectively. Adjust your strategy accordingly based on where you are playing from.
8 . Stay consistent throughout all four seasons: With an average altitude and mild temperatures year-round in Nokomis, you can expect consistent ball flight conditions. Make sure to adjust for any potential weather changes, but overall your shots should perform similarly throughout all four seasons.
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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