Hole 7 at Indian Creek Golf Course (Blackbird)

Par 5 • 515 Yards • Elkhorn, Nebraska

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Challenging

The seventh hole at Indian Creek stands as the course's number one handicap, demanding both precision and nerve from the tee. This challenging par 5 features a notorious blind tee shot aimed at a telephone pole, with water lurking left and fairway bunkers right to punish wayward drives. The psychological pressure of the water hazard makes this hole a true test of strategy and execution.

Tees:

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Green:30y × 38y

Fairway @250y:80y wide

2 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 515 yds
Green: 6333 sq ft
Bunkers: 2
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 128
Course Rating: 74.1

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Aim for the telephone pole to reach the 100-yard marker, but be aware this is a blind tee shot on a 515-yard par 5. The fairway widens significantly from 48 yards at the 200-yard mark to 80 yards at 250 yards, so a conservative 220-yard drive gives you the widest landing area while avoiding the bunker at 219 yards.

hazard warning

There's a critical fairway bunker positioned at 219 yards from the tee that you must avoid. Water runs along the left side, and players often overcompensate by aiming right, which feeds directly into this bunker and leaves a much more difficult approach shot.

approach

Your second shot plays over a deep valley and creek from a downhill lie, making distance judgment extremely difficult. The green measures 30 yards by 38 yards (6,333 square feet), so club up and aim for the center of this moderately-sized target to account for the challenging lie and elevation change.

approach

As the #1 handicap hole, this 515-yard par 5 demands respect on your approach shot. With the green measuring 30x38 yards, focus on safe positioning rather than pin-hunting, especially given the valley carry and potential for a hanging lie after your drive.

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Scoring Tip

Scoring on par 5s starts with a smart second shot. Laying up to your favorite wedge distance gives you the best birdie chance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can this par 5 be reached in two?

At 515 yards, Reachable in two for longer hitters. Consider laying up short of hazards if going for it is risky.

How difficult is hole 7?

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

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 7?

Key hazards include: water at 328.1 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 7?

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

What's a good score on hole 7?

This hole is a solid birdie opportunity with smart layup strategy. Most golfers can reach in three. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge.

Can I practice hole 7 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 par 5 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 →