Hole 2 at Indian Creek Golf Course (Blackbird)

Par 4 • 421 Yards • Elkhorn, Nebraska

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Hole 2 at Indian Creek's Blackbird nine presents an intriguing strategic challenge where left-center positioning off the tee sets up the ideal approach. The downhill second shot often plays blind unless you can reach the end of the fairway, with water lurking behind the green to punish overly aggressive approaches.

Tees:

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Green:30y × 41y

Fairway @250y:59y wide

3 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 421 yds
Green: 6941 sq ft
Bunkers: 3
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 128
Course Rating: 74.1

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target left-center of the fairway with your tee shot, as the fairway widens significantly from 44 yards at 200 yards to 59 yards at 250 yards out. This positioning sets up the ideal angle for your approach while avoiding the bunkers at 287 and 308 yards.

approach

Your second shot will likely be downhill and potentially blind unless you reach the 250-yard mark with your drive. Plan for one less club than normal and focus on distance control to avoid the water behind the green.

hazard warning

Be extremely cautious of the water hazard behind the green - any pulled or over-hit approach shot will find trouble. The green measures 30 by 41 yards, providing a decent target, but err on the short side rather than long.

tee shot

Avoid the fairway bunkers positioned at 287 and 308 yards by keeping your drive under 280 yards or bombing it past 315 yards. Most golfers should lay back to the 250-yard area where the fairway is widest.

green

With 6,941 square feet of putting surface, this green offers multiple pin positions. Focus on getting your approach shot to the correct level or section of the green rather than attacking every pin, especially with the water lurking behind.

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

How difficult is hole 2?

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

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 2?

Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker; water at 440.3 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 2?

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

What's a good score on hole 2?

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 2 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 421-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 →