Yellowstone Country Club Hole by Hole - 12th Hole
Yellowstone Country Club, Montana
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Hole 12 at Yellowstone Country Club is a challenging par 5 that will test golfers of all levels. Located in Billings, Montana, this course offers stunning views and unique challenges due to its location at high altitude.
At 567 yards from the championship tees, Hole 12 may seem daunting at first glance. However, with a slight dogleg right and relatively wide fairway (measuring approximately 41 yards), it provides some room for error off the tee. The hole also has a handicap of 10, indicating that it is one of the more difficult holes on the course.
As you approach your tee shot on Hole 12, keep in mind that the average golfer hits their driver around 217 yards. With this in mind, aim for accuracy rather than distance off the tee to set yourself up for success on your second shot.
The green area measures an expansive 8199 square feet and features six bunkers strategically placed throughout the hole. While only making up about 1% of total bunker coverage on this hole, these greenside bunkers can be tricky to navigate and should be avoided if possible.
In addition to navigating bunkers, players must also take into account local weather conditions when approaching this hole. At high altitudes like those found in Billings, Montana (located at over a mile above sea level), balls tend to fly further due to thinner air density. This means that club selection must be carefully considered when taking into account wind speed and direction as well as temperature fluctuations across each season.
For most golfers using our hypothetical distances – hitting their driver around ~217 yards – we recommend aiming for placement near or just past where the fairway begins its gentle turn right before considering laying up short of any hazards present ahead such as water or sand traps which are not present here; instead focus attention towards getting closer towards pin placements by avoiding trouble spots along edges while still staying within fairway boundaries.
Overall, Hole 12 at Yellowstone Country Club is a challenging but rewarding par 5 that requires careful strategy and execution. By taking into account the unique challenges of this course, including its high altitude location and strategic bunker placement, golfers can approach this hole with confidence and improve their chances of scoring well.
Teebox type: Championship
Par: 5
Distance: 567 yards
Handicap: 10
Green Area:
8199
Approx Fairway Width:
41
Has Water:
False
Curvature:
Slight dogleg
Percent Bunkers Near green:
1
Bunker Count:
6
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
1. Focus on accuracy over distance off the tee to avoid any potential hazards and set yourself up for a successful second shot.
2. Take into account the high altitude location of the course when selecting clubs, as balls tend to fly further in thinner air density.
3. Pay attention to wind speed and direction, as well as temperature fluctuations across each season, when choosing your club selection.
4. Aim for placement near or just past where the fairway begins its gentle turn right before considering laying up short of any hazards present ahead such as water or sand traps (which are not present on this hole).
5. Avoid greenside bunkers if possible, but be prepared with a strategy in case you do end up in one.
6. Use caution and strategy when approaching pin placements, taking into account any trouble spots along edges while still staying within fairway boundaries.
7. Remember that this is a challenging hole with a handicap of 10, so don't get discouraged if you don't score well – focus on making smart shots instead.
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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