Hole 13 at Shadow Creek Golf Course

Par 3 • 257 Yards • North Las Vegas, Nevada

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The 13th at Shadow Creek stands as the course's signature hole and "the most attractive hole in the Vegas desert bar none," playing dramatically downhill with Steve Wynn's mansion providing a stunning backdrop. This gorgeous one-shotter represents the toughest and arguably best of Shadow Creek's excellent par threes, combining breathtaking scenery with formidable strategic challenges.

Tees:

257y224y203y

Green:39y × 31y

1 BunkerWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 3
Yardage: 257 yds
Green: 6061 sq ft
Bunkers: 1
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 145
Course Rating: 74.5

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A hybrid or long iron makes this long par 3 far more manageable off the tee.

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This 257-yard par 3 demands precision off the tee. With no fairway at the 250-yard mark, you must carry your tee shot directly to the green or risk finding trouble in the surrounding hazards.

approach

The green measures 39 yards deep by 31 yards wide, providing a generous target for this long par 3. However, with the severe back-to-front slope mentioned in course reviews, favor the front portion of this 6,061 square foot putting surface to avoid difficult downhill putts.

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Bunkers positioned at 191.9 yards from the tee guard the approach to this elevated green. These hazards, combined with Shadow Creek winding in front of the green, create a challenging forced carry that demands confident club selection.

green

The large false front mentioned in course reviews makes distance control critical on this 39-yard deep green. Come up short and your ball may roll back off the putting surface, while going long leaves you with the dreaded downhill putt on the severe back-to-front slope.

tee shot

At 257 yards with water hazards and no bailout areas, club selection is paramount. Consider the downhill nature described in reviews - you may need less club than the yardage suggests, but ensure you have enough to clear all hazards and reach the putting surface.

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This par 3 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

On long par 3s, hitting the green is a win — don't be afraid to take one extra club and aim center.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What club should I use on this par 3?

At 257 yards, most golfers will need a fairway wood or hybrid to reach this green. Adjust for elevation, wind, and pin position.

How difficult is hole 13?

This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 3, water in play.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 13?

Key hazards include: 1 greenside bunker; water at 186.9 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 13?

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

What's a good score on hole 13?

This hole is a challenging par where bogey is acceptable. This longer par 3 will test your long iron or hybrid game. Par is a good score.

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

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Shadow Creek Golf Course. You can play this exact par 3 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 →