Hole 13 at Bethpage State Oark (Red Course)

Par 4 • 400 Yards • Farmingdale, New York

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Challenging

Hole 13 at Bethpage Red represents the enduring legacy of A.W. Tillinghast's masterful design, built upon the historic grounds that once housed the Lenox Hills Country Club. This mid-length par 4 exemplifies the strategic demands that have made Bethpage a revered test of golf for nearly a century.

Tees:

400y386y370y

Green:29y × 29y

Fairway @250y:32y wide

12 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 400 yds
Green: 4857 sq ft
Bunkers: 12
Course Slope: 130
Course Rating: 75.1

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Position your tee shot carefully on this challenging opening hole - the fairway narrows dramatically from 52 yards wide at the 200-yard mark to just 32 yards wide at 250 yards, making distance control crucial for finding the short grass.

hazard warning

Beware of the strategically placed bunker at 229.9 yards from the tee - this hazard sits right in the prime landing zone for most golfers' drives and can catch shots that seem well-struck but lack proper direction.

approach

With bunkers guarding the approach at 260.5 and 412.5 yards, plan your second shot carefully - the greenside bunker at 260.5 yards will catch aggressive approaches, while the back bunker at 412.5 yards punishes shots that fly the green.

green

The compact 4,856 square foot green measuring 29 yards by 29 yards demands precise approach shots - with limited real estate to work with, focus on hitting the center of the green rather than attacking pin positions.

tee shot

At 400 yards for this par 4, consider laying up with a controlled tee shot to the 200-yard mark where the fairway is widest at 52 yards - this strategy keeps you in play while setting up a manageable approach of roughly 200 yards to the green.

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This 400-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

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

How difficult is hole 13?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 13?

Key hazards include: 3 greenside bunkers. 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 Bethpage State Oark (Red Course). You can play this exact 400-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 →