Hole 18 at Holston Hills Country Club

Par 5 • 541 Yards • Knoxville, Tennessee

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The 18th hole at Holston Hills Country Club provides a dramatic finale to one of Donald Ross's most authentic designs, built in 1927 along Tennessee's scenic Holston River. This challenging par-5 closer features Ross's signature strategic bunkering and concludes with a downhill approach to a well-protected green. The hole epitomizes the timeless design principles that have made Holston Hills one of Tennessee's finest championship layouts.

Tees:

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Green:30y × 27y

Fairway @250y:42y wide

5 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 541 yds
Green: 4857 sq ft
Bunkers: 5
Course Slope: 129
Course Rating: 73.5

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

On this 541-yard par 5, prioritize accuracy over distance with your tee shot. The fairway measures 47 yards wide at the 200-yard mark, providing a generous landing area for positioning your drive to avoid the bunker complex at 234 yards.

approach

For your second shot, be aware that the fairway narrows to just 42 yards at the 250-yard mark. This Donald Ross design requires strategic positioning to set up the best angle for your approach to the angled green.

hazard warning

The approach bunker at 406 yards guards the front of this par 5, making layup positioning critical. Avoid getting caught between clubs - either lay up well short or carry it completely to access the green.

green

The final approach plays to a moderately-sized green measuring 4,857 square feet (30x27 yards) that slopes from back right to front left. With the Holston River and bunker protecting the back, favor the front portion of the green to avoid short-siding yourself.

approach

The greenside bunker at 485 yards creates a narrow entrance to this Donald Ross green. The last 130 yards play downhill, so take at least one club less and focus on the front-to-middle portion of the putting surface to avoid the back hazards.

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Scoring Tip

Scoring on par 5s starts with a smart second shot. Laying up to your favorite wedge distance gives you the best birdie chance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can this par 5 be reached in two?

At 541 yards, A true three-shot hole for most players. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge distance.

How difficult is hole 18?

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

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 18?

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

How big is the green on hole 18?

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 18?

This hole is a true three-shot hole where birdie requires execution. This longer par 5 demands patience. Two good shots set up the scoring opportunity.

Can I practice hole 18 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 par 5 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 →