Hole 12 at Pinehurst Resort #8

Par 4 • 358 Yards • Pinehurst, North Carolina

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The 12th hole at Tom Fazio's "Centennial Course" exemplifies the designer's ability to blend strategic challenge with Pinehurst's natural landscape beauty. This mid-length par 4 demands precision over power, requiring golfers to navigate thoughtfully to a well-protected small green that punishes wayward approaches.

Tees:

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Green:20y × 41y

Fairway @250y:65y wide

4 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 358 yds
Green: 5046 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 138
Course Rating: 74.1

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

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Strategy Tips

hazard warning

The fairway completely disappears at the 200-yard mark, creating a critical layup decision off the tee. Aggressive drivers risk finding trouble in what appears to be a heavily penalized area.

tee shot

Play conservatively to the 180-190 yard range to avoid the fairway bottleneck, then take advantage of the generous 65-yard wide fairway that opens up at the 250-yard mark for longer hitters.

approach

With the green measuring 41 yards deep, club selection is crucial - the significant depth allows for aggressive pin hunting but demands precise distance control to avoid leaving challenging putts.

approach

At just 358 yards total, this short par-4 offers birdie opportunities, but the compact 5,046 square foot green requires accuracy over power - missing this target will make par difficult to achieve.

hazard warning

Three bunkers positioned at 289, 408, and 427 yards create strategic challenges both for layup shots and aggressive lines - the bunker at 289 yards particularly threatens second shots from conservative tee shots.

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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 358-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 12?

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

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 12?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 12?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 12?

This hole is a medium-length test where par is a solid result. A straightforward par 4 where course management pays off.

Can I practice hole 12 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Pinehurst Resort #8. You can play this exact 358-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 →