Hole 13 at Club at Carlton Woods, The (Nicklaus Signature)

Par 5 • 578 Yards • Spring, Texas

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The 13th at Club at Carlton Woods' Nicklaus Signature course presents a tantalizing risk-reward opportunity that epitomizes Jack Nicklaus' strategic design philosophy. This straight par 5 stretches 578 yards through pristine Texas landscape, offering multiple strategic options from tee to green. The generous fairway invites aggressive tee shots, but the real challenge emerges in planning your approach to the small, well-defended green complex. Without major hazards to navigate, this hole rewards precision over power, demanding thoughtful club selection and course management. The compact green requires pinpoint accuracy on approach shots, making distance control paramount. It's a hole where strategic thinking trumps brute force, perfectly capturing the Golden Bear's emphasis on intelligent golf course architecture.

Tees:

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Green:36y × 22y

Fairway @250y:36y wide

4 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 578 yds
Green: 4960 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 130
Course Rating: 72

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Focus on accuracy over distance off the tee - the fairway is only 24 yards wide at the 200-yard mark, making it crucial to find the short grass to set up your second shot on this lengthy par 5.

approach

If you can reach the 250-yard area with your second shot, you'll have more room to work with as the fairway opens up to 36 yards wide - ideal positioning for a manageable third shot into the green.

hazard warning

Be aware of bunkers positioned at 232.8 yards from the tee - lay up short of this distance with your second shot if you're not confident about carrying them, especially given the narrow 24-yard fairway width in that area.

green

The green measures 36 yards long by 22 yards wide (4,960 sq ft), providing a generous target for your approach - use this size to your advantage by aiming for the center of the green rather than attacking pins.

approach

At 578 yards total length, this par 5 requires three well-executed shots for most golfers - plan your strategy to leave yourself with a comfortable wedge distance for your third shot rather than forcing a risky second shot.

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

How difficult is hole 13?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 5.

How big is the green on hole 13?

The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. The green is wider than it is deep, rewarding shots that find the correct tier. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.

What's a good score on hole 13?

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 13 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Club at Carlton Woods, The (Nicklaus Signature). 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 →