Hole 12 at Holston Hills Country Club

Par 4 • 471 Yards • Knoxville, Tennessee

Enhanced Content

Brutal

The 12th hole at this authentic Donald Ross masterpiece exemplifies the architect's strategic brilliance with deep bunkers guarding both sides of the green and a short bunker that eliminates the traditional run-up shot. This challenging par 4 demands precise approach play, as the sloped putting surface and treacherous back runoff area punish anything but the most accurate iron shots.

Tees:

471y435y402y382y

Green:22y × 31y

Fairway @250y:64y wide

5 Bunkers dogleg

Loading map...

Holston Hills Country Club

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

Play This Course at Home

Practice Holston Hills Country Club Year-Round

Launch monitors from $600 and simulators from $2,500 include real course data. Play every hole without leaving home.

Browse Launch Monitors & Simulators

Amazon · Top brands compared · Free returns on most items

We may earn a commission when you buy through links on this page, at no extra cost to you.

Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 471 yds
Green: 4417 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Course Slope: 129
Course Rating: 73.5

Navigate

Back to Holston Hills Country Club View Full Scorecard

Recommended Gear

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

Shop Wedges →

Strategy Tips

tee shot

On this 471-yard par 4, position your tee shot in the 200-250 yard range where the fairway is most generous, measuring 59 yards wide at 200 yards and expanding to 64 yards at 250 yards. This sets up the ideal approach angle to the green.

approach

The approach shot is critical on this Donald Ross design - aim for the center of the compact 4,417 square foot green (22y x 31y) as deep bunkers guard both sides and a short bunker prevents run-up shots, demanding precise carry distance control.

hazard warning

Beware the strategic bunker placement at 254.6 yards from the tee - longer hitters must decide whether to lay up short of this hazard or carry it completely, as it sits right in the prime landing zone for aggressive drives.

approach

With greenside bunkers positioned at 398.9 and 434.9 yards from the tee, your approach shot must be precisely calculated - these deep Ross bunkers frame the green and punish any miss, making club selection and distance control paramount.

green

The relatively narrow 22-yard width of this Donald Ross green demands accuracy over distance - with significant slope and runoff areas behind, aim for the front half of the putting surface to avoid the treacherous downhill chips that Ross designs are famous for.

train this shot at home

This 471-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.

See launch monitors & simulators

Scoring Tip

With bunkers guarding the green, pick the side with the most room and let the slope feed the ball toward the pin.

Play Holston Hills Country Club from Your Living Room

Launch monitors and simulators now include real course data. Practice your strategy on every hole before your round — or just for fun.

Compare Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 471-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 12?

This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 4, heavily bunkered, small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 12?

Key hazards include: 3 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 12?

The green is small and requires precision. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 12?

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.

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

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Holston Hills Country Club. You can play this exact 471-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 →