Hole 12 at Bellerive Country Club

Par 4 • 443 Yards • Saint Louis, Missouri

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The 12th hole at Bellerive Country Club exemplifies Robert Trent Jones' design philosophy of creating "a difficult par but a comfortable bogey." This strategic par 5 demands careful course management and precision, reflecting the architect's commitment to testing golfers at every skill level. Like the rest of Jones' design, it rewards thoughtful play while punishing aggressive mistakes.

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443y415y368y358y305y

Green:30y × 41y

Fairway @250y:41y wide

4 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 443 yds
Green: 6195 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 144
Course Rating: 75

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

With the fairway widening from 26 yards at 200 yards to 41 yards at 250 yards, longer hitters should consider a controlled driver or 3-wood to take advantage of the generous landing area beyond the 200-yard bottleneck.

hazard warning

Beware of the bunker complex at 305 yards - this catches aggressive second shots on this short par 5, so calculate your layup distance carefully to avoid this primary hazard.

approach

At only 443 yards total length, this par 5 is reachable in two for most players, but the bunker at 341 yards guards the ideal layup position - plan your second shot to either go well short or carry this hazard completely.

green

The generous 6,195 square foot green (30x41 yards) rewards aggressive play - if you're going for the green in two, the large target gives you room for error on your approach shot.

approach

The greenside bunker at 423.7 yards protects the putting surface - ensure your approach shot has enough carry to clear this final hazard when attacking the pin.

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Scoring Tip

When water is in play, commit to a conservative target. A bogey beats a big number every time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can this par 5 be reached in two?

At 443 yards, Reachable in two for longer hitters. Consider laying up short of hazards if going for it is risky.

How difficult is hole 12?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: water in play, heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 12?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers; water at 236.8 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 12?

The green is fairly large with multiple pin positions. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.

What's a good score on hole 12?

This hole is a reachable par 5 with eagle chances for longer hitters. Birdie is very much in play here if you can set up a good approach.

Can I practice hole 12 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Bellerive Country Club. You can play this exact 443-yard par 4 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 →