Hole 18 at TPC Twin Cities
- Par
- 5
- Yardage
- 596 yds
- Stroke index
- 14
- Hazards
- 6 bunkers · Water
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 32 yds deep × 43 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Black tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Black tees · Par 5 · 596 yards
The plan for No. 18
The closing par 5 brings water into both the driving decision and the final approach. Its fairway wraps around the pond toward the green, making position and layup selection as important as length. Plan the finish before taking on the longest possible second shot.
Off the tee
Target the fairway while keeping the right-side water outside your normal shot pattern. Wind can change how much room that target offers, so reassess it from the marker. A long drive only creates a useful opportunity when it also leaves a clean lie and a realistic next shot.
Approach & recovery
The direct route to the green crosses water. If the carry and landing space do not suit the shot available, select a fairway layup around the pond that leaves a clearer final approach. Do not choose a layup distance without checking the shoreline at its expected finish.
On the green
The club describes a shallow, three-tier green. Favor a controlled landing on the appropriate section when possible, but retain a margin from the water and surrounding sand. The first putt’s pace depends on which tiers lie between the ball and cup.
Watch for
- Water right of the drive and across the green approach; sand around the finishing target.
Hole 18 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 7,310 sq ft
Course coverage
Tournament and creator videos about TPC Twin Cities — shared course coverage, not hole-specific clips.
Tournament coverage
3M Open highlights
3M Open | Final Round Highlights
2025
How did Hole 18 play?
How did this hole play today?
Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Black tees · 596 yards.
Can this par 5 be reached in two?
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At 595 yards, A true three-shot hole for most players. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge distance.
How difficult is hole 18?
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This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 5, water in play, heavily bunkered, large green requiring good lag putting.
How big is the green on hole 18?
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The green is large and can play quite long. Three-putt territory if you don't manage your approach distance well.
Which side of the fairway is safer on hole 18?
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Aim for the right side of the fairway when possible. Missing left (water) brings more trouble into play.
What's a good score on hole 18?
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This hole is a true three-shot hole where birdie requires execution. This longer par 5 demands patience. Two good shots set up the scoring opportunity.
Research notes
- The club describes a shallow three-tier green and a forced water carry on the approach. (Hole #18)[1]
- Water right of the drive and across the green approach; sand around the finishing target. (release-preview/hole-18.jpg)[2]
Sources
- TPC Twin Cities Featured Holes — TPC Twin Citieshttps://tpc.com/twincities/featured-holes/
- TPC Twin Cities reviewed map observations — AllGolfHoleshttps://www.openstreetmap.org/#map=16/45.177/-93.215