Hole 12 at Colonial Country Club

Par 4 • 417 Yards • Fort Worth, Texas

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The 12th hole at Colonial Country Club continues the strategic demands that have made this Perry Maxwell design a legendary test for PGA Tour professionals since 1946. Known as "Hogan's Alley," Colonial's mid-round holes require the same precision and course management that Ben Hogan mastered here five times. This par-4 exemplifies Maxwell's philosophy of rewarding accuracy over distance.

Tees:

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Green:17y × 27y

6 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 417 yds
Green: 2523 sq ft
Bunkers: 6
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 136
Course Rating: 74.7

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This hole presents an extreme challenge off the tee as part of Colonial's infamous 'Horrible Horseshoe.' With no fairway available at the 200-yard mark, precision placement is absolutely critical to navigate this sharp dogleg left.

tee shot

The fairway remains completely absent even at the 250-yard distance, confirming this as one of golf's most demanding tee shots. Consider laying up short of the turn with a controlled iron or hybrid to ensure you stay in play.

hazard warning

Three strategic bunkers guard the hole at 449.9, 431.5, and 425.8 yards from the tee. These hazards are positioned to catch both aggressive drives attempting to cut the corner and longer approach shots, demanding careful distance control.

approach

At 417 yards total length, even a well-positioned tee shot will leave a substantial approach to a compact green measuring just 2,522 square feet. Club selection and accuracy are paramount given the green's modest target area.

green

The green's dimensions of 17 yards by 27 yards create a relatively narrow target for your approach shot. Focus on hitting to the center of the green rather than attacking pins, as this small surface offers little margin for error.

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Scoring Tip

When water is in play, commit to a conservative target. A bogey beats a big number every time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 417-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: water in play, heavily bunkered, small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 12?

Key hazards include: 3 greenside bunkers; water at 485.6 yards. 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 a demanding hole where bogey is not unusual. This longer par 4 will test most golfers. Focus on position over distance.

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

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Colonial Country Club. You can play this exact 417-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 →