Hole 14 at Indian Creek Golf Course (Blackbird)

Par 4427 Yards • Elkhorn, Nebraska

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The 14th hole at Indian Creek's Blackbird nine presents a strategic challenge with its signature blind tee shot, where players must aim at the telephone pole to reach the ideal 100-yard marker position. This demanding par 4 rewards precision over power, as the shorter your drive, the less green you can see for your approach shot.

Tees:
427y406y381y360y315y
Green:36y × 32y
Fairway @250y:50y wide
5 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par
4
Yardage
427 yds
Green
5375 sq ft
Bunkers
5
Water
Yes
Course Slope
128
Course Rating
74.1

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Aim for the telephone pole landmark to reach the ideal position at the 100-yard marker. The fairway is generous at 55 yards wide at the 200-yard mark, giving you room to work with on this blind tee shot.

tee shot

Avoid the aggressive line past 250 yards where the fairway narrows to just 50 yards wide. A controlled drive of 220-240 yards sets up the best angle and visibility for your approach.

approach

From the ideal driving position, you'll face approximately 180-200 yards to a moderately-sized green measuring 5,375 square feet. Club up due to the downhill lie making distance control challenging.

hazard warning

Three greenside bunkers guard the approach at 525, 511, and 482 yards from the tee. These strategically placed hazards punish short or wayward approach shots on this 427-yard hole.

approach

Target the center of the 36-yard by 32-yard green rather than chasing pin positions. The deep valley and creek mentioned in course notes make precision more important than aggression on the approach.

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This 427-yard par 4 is ideal for working on your driver accuracy. Launch monitors from $600 let you practice this exact shot with real course data from home.

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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

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 427-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 14?

This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: water in play, heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 14?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers; water at 425.7 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 14?

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 14?

This hole is a demanding hole where bogey is not unusual. This longer par 4 will test most golfers. Focus on position over distance.

Can I practice hole 14 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 427-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

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