Hole 12 at Streamsong Resort (Red Course)
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 500 yds
- Stroke index
- 3
- Hazards
- 12 bunkers · Water
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 44 yds deep × 30 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 · 500 yards
The plan for No. 12
The 12th hole at Streamsong's acclaimed Red Course showcases the masterful design philosophy of Coore & Crenshaw, who crafted this award-winning layout from former mining land. This demanding par 4 exemplifies the architects' ability to create strategic challenges that feel natural rather than contrived, avoiding the artificial feel of typical resort courses.
Off the tee
The tee shot strategy centers on maximizing distance while maintaining position for the challenging approach. With the hole playing straight and relatively open, aggressive players should unleash the driver to gain every possible yard, as the lengthy approach will demand shorter irons for optimal green-holding ability. Target the center-left portion of the fairway to provide the best angle into the small green. Conservative players might consider a fairway wood or long iron off the tee to ensure finding the short grass, though this strategy significantly increases the difficulty of the approach shot. The natural terrain provides subtle collection areas, but missing the fairway from this distance creates an extremely challenging recovery to such a small target.
Approach & recovery
The approach shot represents the hole's critical moment, where club selection and target selection become paramount. From a good drive, expect to face anything from a mid-iron to a hybrid depending on conditions and tee position. The small green demands precision, making this one of the most demanding approach shots on the course. Favor the center of the green regardless of pin position, as the compact putting surface leaves little margin for error. Coore & Crenshaw's design philosophy suggests subtle slopes and collection areas around the green, so understanding the natural flow of the terrain becomes crucial. Missing short often provides the best recovery options, while going long or wide can leave difficult up-and-down scenarios.
On the green
The small green size makes every putt critical, with subtle breaks likely reflecting the natural contours of the mining landscape. Focus on speed control above all else, as three-putting from this size green significantly damages scoring potential. Pin positions in the corners or edges create additional challenge, but the conservative play remains targeting the center of the green on approach shots. Read putts carefully, as the natural terrain may create more break than initially apparent.
Watch for
- Water along the hole
- Greenside bunker (greenside)
- Fairway bunker crossing the landing zone
Hole 12 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 6,181 sq ft
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 500 yards.
What's the best strategy off the tee?
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For this 500-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.
How difficult is hole 12?
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This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4, water in play, heavily bunkered.
How big is the green on hole 12?
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The green is fairly large with multiple pin positions. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.
What's a good score on hole 12?
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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.