Hole 12 at Indian Creek Golf Course (Blackbird)

Par 4 • 396 Yards • Elkhorn, Nebraska

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The iconic 12th hole at Indian Creek stands as the course's signature challenge, playing from an elevated tee over a dramatic cove of water and menacing field of bunkers. This scenic par-4 along Biscayne Bay has earned its reputation as one of South Florida's most photographed and strategically demanding holes.

Tees:

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Green:27y × 41y

Fairway @250y:47y wide

1 Bunker dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 396 yds
Green: 6628 sq ft
Bunkers: 1
Course Slope: 128
Course Rating: 74.1

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Aim for the center-right portion of the fairway on your tee shot. The fairway widens significantly from 39 yards at the 200-yard mark to 47 yards at 250 yards, giving longer hitters more room to work with while avoiding the water hazards that frame this scenic hole.

approach

From a typical drive landing around 250 yards, you'll face approximately a 146-yard approach shot to a generous green measuring 27 yards by 41 yards (6,628 sq ft). This gives you plenty of target area, but precision is still key given the water hazards surrounding the hole.

hazard warning

Be aware that bunkers extend 429.7 yards from the tee, meaning sand hazards could come into play even on longer approach shots. Study the bunker placement carefully as they guard both the fairway and green complex on this water-surrounded hole.

approach

Long hitters who can carry 250+ yards off the tee will have the best angle into this 396-yard par 4, but remember that going for the green in two comes with significant risk given the pond hiding right front and out-of-bounds left and long of the green.

green

The green's rectangular shape (27y x 41y) provides a large target, but pin position will be crucial for your approach club selection. With water hazards nearby, favor the center of this 6,628 square foot putting surface rather than attacking tight pins.

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Scoring Tip

Focus on getting your approach inside 20 feet. Two putts from there and you walk away with par.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 396-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 12?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 12?

Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker. 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. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.

What's a good score on hole 12?

This hole is a medium-length test where par is a solid result. A straightforward par 4 where course management pays off.

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

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Indian Creek Golf Course (Blackbird). You can play this exact 396-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 →