Hole 18 at Colonial Country Club

Par 4 • 433 Yards • Fort Worth, Texas

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The 18th hole at Colonial Country Club, known as "Hogan's Alley," provides a fitting finale to one of golf's most storied venues. This closing hole has witnessed legendary performances from Ben Hogan, Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, and countless other champions who grace the club's famous Wall of Champions.

Tees:

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Green:24y × 32y

Fairway @250y:31y wide

3 BunkersWater dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 433 yds
Green: 3389 sq ft
Bunkers: 3
Water: Yes
Course Slope: 136
Course Rating: 74.7

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Target the center-right of the fairway with your tee shot to avoid the bunkers clustered around 405-423 yards. The fairway is relatively forgiving at 29 yards wide at the 200-yard mark, so focus on position over distance to set up your approach.

approach

From 433 yards total length, most players will face a mid-to-long iron approach shot. The compact green measures just 3389 square feet (24y x 32y), demanding precision over power - club down if needed to ensure you hit this small target.

hazard warning

Beware of the greenside bunker complex positioned at 410.4, 405.8, and 423.3 yards - these protect the front and sides of the green. Any approach shot that comes up short or drifts offline will likely find sand.

tee shot

Consider laying back to the 200-250 yard range where the fairway actually widens slightly from 29 to 31 yards. This conservative strategy, reminiscent of Ben Hogan's precise course management at 'Hogan's Alley,' leaves a more controlled approach angle.

green

The green's narrow 24-yard width makes lateral misses costly. Focus on the center of the green and let your natural shot shape work within this tight window - precision is paramount on this historically challenging hole.

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

How difficult is hole 18?

This hole is one of the tougher holes on the course for most golfers. Key challenges include: water in play, small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 18?

Key hazards include: 3 greenside bunkers; water at 387.5 yards. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 18?

The green is small and requires precision. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 18?

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 18 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 433-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 →