Hole 3 at Las Colinas Country Club

Par 5 • 521 Yards • Irving, Texas

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Las Colinas Country Club hole 3 presents a strategic par 5 that rewards careful course management over raw power. At 521 yards, this straight-away hole may appear straightforward, but the absence of significant hazards creates its own tactical puzzle—golfers must resist the temptation to be overly aggressive without the usual warning signs of trouble. The generous fairway invites drivers and long hitters to open up, making this an excellent scoring opportunity for those who execute properly. What makes this hole particularly challenging is the small green complex that demands precision on the approach shot, especially for players attempting to reach in two. The compact putting surface requires accurate distance control and careful club selection, as missing the target leaves difficult recovery shots. This deceptively simple design exemplifies strategic golf architecture at its finest.

Tees:

521y505y460y459y

Green:30y × 30y

Fairway @250y:12y wide

6 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 521 yds
Green: 5196 sq ft
Bunkers: 6
Course Slope: 136
Course Rating: 73

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Position your tee shot carefully on this 521-yard par 5, as the fairway is only 12 yards wide at both the 200 and 250-yard marks. Consider laying up with a fairway wood or hybrid to ensure you stay in the narrow corridor.

hazard warning

Be aware of bunkers positioned at 233.9 yards from the tee. If you're a longer hitter, throttle back your driver or choose a 3-wood to avoid these hazards while still setting up a manageable approach.

approach

With the green measuring 30 yards by 30 yards and covering 5,196 square feet, you have a generous target for your second or third shot. This gives you room to be aggressive if you're in good position after your tee shot.

tee shot

Since there's no designated landing zone marked from the tee, focus on accuracy over distance. The consistently narrow 12-yard fairway width means precision is more valuable than power on this hole.

green

The large 30x30 yard green provides excellent scoring opportunities on this par 5. Once you're within comfortable wedge distance, be aggressive and attack pin positions to set up birdie or eagle chances.

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

How difficult is hole 3?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

How big is the green on hole 3?

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 3?

This hole is a solid birdie opportunity with smart layup strategy. Most golfers can reach in three. Position your layup to leave a comfortable wedge.

Can I practice hole 3 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Las Colinas 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 →