Hole 12 at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 469 yds
- Hazards
- 9 bunkers
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 33 yds deep × 31 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Pro tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Pro tees · Par 4 · 469 yards
The plan for No. 12
The 12th at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club is a 469.0-yard par 4 that plays straightaway.
Off the tee
This lengthy par 4 at Shinnecock Hills demands a full commitment off the tee and a precise, well-planned approach into a green guarded by sand on both sides. At 469 yards, this is one of the more demanding two-shot holes on the course, requiring golfers to balance aggression with respect for the thick fescue rough that punishes even minor misses. The straight layout gives players a clear look at their target line, but don't let that simplicity fool you—this hole has humbled some of the best players in the world.
Approach & recovery
Choose a carry target with enough margin for your normal miss, using mapped hazard edges rather than a single yardage guess.
On the green
The green measures roughly 31.4 yards wide by 32.6 yards deep. Favor the section you can reach reliably and accept a longer putt instead of short-siding the hole.
Watch for
- Fairway bunker crossing the landing zone
- Greenside bunker (greenside)
Hole 12 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 6,506 sq ft
Course coverage
Tournament and creator videos about Shinnecock Hills Golf Club — shared course coverage, not hole-specific clips.
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How did Hole 12 play?
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Pro tees · 469 yards.
What's the best strategy off the tee?
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For this 469-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.
How difficult is hole 12?
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This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4, heavily bunkered.
How big is the green on hole 12?
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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 12?
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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.