Hole 13 at Cascata

Par 4 • 469 Yards • Boulder City, Nevada

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The 13th at Cascata presents a deceptively challenging par-4 where precision trumps power. Water threatens the approach, demanding careful club selection and strategic positioning to avoid the liquid hazard that guards the green. This hole rewards thoughtful course management over aggressive play.

Tees:

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Green:22y × 29y

Fairway @250y:37y wide

4 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 469 yds
Green: 3851 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 143
Course Rating: 74.6

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Bunkers everywhere — a versatile wedge is your scoring club on this hole.

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Navigate the narrow landing zone carefully - the fairway is only 20 yards wide at the 200-yard mark, demanding precision over power off the tee.

tee shot

Consider laying up short of the fairway bunkers positioned at 325 yards, especially if you're a longer hitter who might reach them with driver.

approach

From 250 yards out, you'll have more room to work with as the fairway widens to 37 yards, but greenside bunkers at 363 and 369 yards frame a challenging approach.

green

Target the center of this compact 3,850 square foot green (22x29 yards) - with bunkers guarding both sides, precision is more important than pin-hunting.

hazard warning

Avoid the greenside bunkers positioned at 363 and 369 yards - these protect a relatively small target and will leave difficult up-and-down opportunities.

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Scoring Tip

With bunkers guarding the green, pick the side with the most room and let the slope feed the ball toward the pin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 469-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 13?

This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4, heavily bunkered, small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 13?

Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 13?

The green is small and requires precision. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 13?

This hole is one of the tougher holes where par feels like birdie. A challenging par 4. Accept that bogey happens and avoid big numbers.

Can I practice hole 13 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Cascata. You can play this exact 469-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 →