Hole 13 at Baltusrol Golf Club (Lower Course)

Par 4 • 401 Yards • Springfield, New Jersey

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Challenging

The thirteenth hole on Baltusrol's legendary Lower Course showcases A.W. Tillinghast's masterful design philosophy that has challenged golf's greatest champions since 1922. This strategic par 4 demands precision and course management, embodying the architectural brilliance that made Baltusrol the first club in America to feature two contiguous championship courses.

Tees:

401y374y364y359y

Green:32y × 28y

3 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 401 yds
Green: 5763 sq ft
Bunkers: 3
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 139
Course Rating: 73.9

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Strategy Tips

hazard warning

This hole presents a unique challenge with no traditional fairway - the landing zone starts at 0 yards from the tee, indicating you're hitting directly into hazards or rough from the start.

tee shot

With bunkers positioned at 263.7 yards, plan your tee shot strategy carefully - a driver may find the sand, while a controlled 3-wood or hybrid keeps you short of trouble.

approach

Greenside bunkers at 372.4 and 395.5 yards guard the putting surface on this 401-yard par 4, leaving minimal room for error on your approach shot.

green

The generous green measures 5,763 square feet (32x28 yards), providing a large target that rewards accurate approach shots despite the surrounding hazards.

tee shot

With fairway widths of 0 yards at both 200 and 250 yards, course management is critical - consider laying up short of the fairway bunkers to ensure a clear approach angle.

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This 401-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 401-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 13?

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

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 13?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers; water at 232.2 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 13?

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 13?

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 13 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Baltusrol Golf Club (Lower Course). You can play this exact 401-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 →