Hole 12 at TPC San Antonio (Oaks Course)

Par 4 • 410 Yards • San Antonio, Texas

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Challenging

The 12th hole at TPC San Antonio (Oaks Course) presents a deceptively challenging straight par 4 that demands both precision and strategy from the championship tees at 410 yards. This mid-handicap hole epitomizes the course's reputation for rewarding thoughtful course management over pure power. The generous fairway invites an aggressive tee shot, but the real test lies in the approach to a small, well-protected green complex that punishes wayward iron shots. Without significant hazards cluttering the landscape, golfers must rely on distance control and green-reading skills to score well. The hole's straightforward appearance masks subtle undulations and pin positions that can quickly turn a routine par into a frustrating bogey, making it a true test of precision golf.

Tees:

410y394y362y348y282y

Green:26y × 45y

Fairway @250y:12y wide

4 Bunkersleft dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 410 yds
Green: 6249 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 145
Course Rating: 76.6

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Bunkers everywhere — a versatile wedge is your scoring club on this hole.

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Focus on accuracy over distance off the tee - the fairway maintains a narrow 12-yard width at both 200 and 250 yards, making position more critical than power on this 410-yard par 4.

hazard warning

Avoid the bunkers positioned at 267 yards from the tee - they're perfectly placed to catch aggressive drives that find the narrow fairway but roll out too far.

approach

Plan your approach to the large 6,249 square foot green - with dimensions of 26 yards wide by 45 yards deep, you have room to be aggressive if you're in good position.

tee shot

Consider laying up with a 3-wood or long iron to around 200 yards, keeping you short of the bunkers while still leaving a manageable approach to this 410-yard hole.

green

Take advantage of the green's 45-yard depth - pin position will greatly affect club selection, so check the pin sheet and adjust your approach distance accordingly.

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This 410-yard par 4 is ideal for working on your driver accuracy. Launch monitors from $600 let you practice this exact shot with real course data from home.

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Scoring Tip

With bunkers guarding the green, pick the side with the most room and let the slope feed the ball toward the pin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 410-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 12?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.

How big is the green on hole 12?

The green is fairly large with multiple pin positions. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.

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 TPC San Antonio (Oaks Course). You can play this exact 410-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 →