Hole 13 at TPC Sawgrass (Stadium)
Par 3 • 183 Yards • Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
Hole 13 Caddie Notes
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Detailed Strategy Tips
Two bunkers guard the front-left approach at 160.3 and 178.1 yards, positioned to catch tee shots that come up short or drift left of the target line—club up if you're between clubs to avoid the front-side sand.
At 180 yards, this par 3 typically calls for a mid-to-long iron or hybrid depending on conditions; factor in the 178.1y bunker sitting almost pin-high to the green's front edge when selecting your club.
A third bunker positioned well short at 120.6 yards suggests this hazard may flank the tee shot's landing area or serve as a visual distraction—stay committed to your yardage to the pin rather than being pulled off-line by it.
The medium-sized green (5,768 sq ft, playing 28 yards wide by 37 yards deep) offers a reasonably generous target, but its rectangular depth-over-width shape means precise yardage control matters more than lateral accuracy—dial in your distance first.
With the green running 37 yards deep, back pin positions could add significant effective yardage beyond the base 180-yard tee shot—check the pin sheet and consider taking one more club if the flag is tucked in the back third.
How to Play This Hole
Off the Tee
Hole 13 at TPC Sawgrass is a mid-length par 3 that demands precision over power, with a green well protected by water left and bunkers guarding the other sides. Club selection hinges entirely on the day's pin position and wind—this green sits in an open, breezy section of the course, so take one more club than you think if the flag is back, and trust your number rather than your eyes on a hole that plays tougher into the wind.
Your primary target should be the center of the green regardless of pin location. Bailing out right is far preferable to a miss left, where the water lurks and turns a bogey into a potential double. The green itself is subtly contoured, so understanding which quadrant you're playing to matters as much as distance control—a shot pin-high but on the wrong tier can leave a tricky two-putt.
Around the green, the bunkers demand a soft, high spin shot rather than anything that runs hard toward the putting surface—distance control with your sand wedge is critical, as these greens can be firm and fast, especially in tournament conditions.
Above all, respect the water hazard left of the green. Many players talk themselves into an aggressive line at a back-left pin, but the smarter play is almost always center-green, accepting a longer birdie putt in exchange for eliminating big numbers. Patience here sets up momentum for the closing stretch.
Hole 13 Green Complex & Slope
USGS 3DEP LiDAR DEM Green Elevation Analysis
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Detailed Strategy Tips
Two bunkers guard the front-left approach at 160.3 and 178.1 yards, positioned to catch tee shots that come up short or drift left of the target line—club up if you're between clubs to avoid the front-side sand.
At 180 yards, this par 3 typically calls for a mid-to-long iron or hybrid depending on conditions; factor in the 178.1y bunker sitting almost pin-high to the green's front edge when selecting your club.
A third bunker positioned well short at 120.6 yards suggests this hazard may flank the tee shot's landing area or serve as a visual distraction—stay committed to your yardage to the pin rather than being pulled off-line by it.
The medium-sized green (5,768 sq ft, playing 28 yards wide by 37 yards deep) offers a reasonably generous target, but its rectangular depth-over-width shape means precise yardage control matters more than lateral accuracy—dial in your distance first.
With the green running 37 yards deep, back pin positions could add significant effective yardage beyond the base 180-yard tee shot—check the pin sheet and consider taking one more club if the flag is tucked in the back third.
How to Play This Hole
Off the Tee
Hole 13 at TPC Sawgrass is a mid-length par 3 that demands precision over power, with a green well protected by water left and bunkers guarding the other sides. Club selection hinges entirely on the day's pin position and wind—this green sits in an open, breezy section of the course, so take one more club than you think if the flag is back, and trust your number rather than your eyes on a hole that plays tougher into the wind.
Your primary target should be the center of the green regardless of pin location. Bailing out right is far preferable to a miss left, where the water lurks and turns a bogey into a potential double. The green itself is subtly contoured, so understanding which quadrant you're playing to matters as much as distance control—a shot pin-high but on the wrong tier can leave a tricky two-putt.
Around the green, the bunkers demand a soft, high spin shot rather than anything that runs hard toward the putting surface—distance control with your sand wedge is critical, as these greens can be firm and fast, especially in tournament conditions.
Above all, respect the water hazard left of the green. Many players talk themselves into an aggressive line at a back-left pin, but the smarter play is almost always center-green, accepting a longer birdie putt in exchange for eliminating big numbers. Patience here sets up momentum for the closing stretch.
Frequently Asked Questions
What club should I use on this par 3?
At 180 yards, most golfers will need a long iron or hybrid (5-iron to 6-iron) to reach this green. Adjust for elevation, wind, and pin position.
How difficult is hole 13?
This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: water in play.
What hazards should I watch out for on hole 13?
Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers; water at 125.0 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.
How big is the green on hole 13?
The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.
What's a good score on hole 13?
This hole is a challenging par where bogey is acceptable. This longer par 3 will test your long iron or hybrid game. Par is a good score.
Can I practice hole 13 on a golf simulator at home?
Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for TPC Sawgrass (Stadium). You can play this exact par 3 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 →
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Hole Stats
- Par
- 3
- Yardage
- 183 yds
- Green
- 5768 sq ft
- Bunkers
- 3
- Water
- Yes
- Course Slope
- 155
- Course Rating
- 76.8
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