Hole 12 at Gamble Sands Golf and Inn

Par 4 • 327 Yards • Brewster, Washington

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The 12th hole at Gamble Sands continues David McLay Kidd's masterful links design, offering golfers a strategic short par-4 that embodies the course's Scottish heritage. This hole provides another opportunity to experience the wide-open playing corridors that define Gamble Sands' philosophy of maximum enjoyment and scenic golf.

Tees:

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Green:69y × 36y

Fairway @250y:80y wide

3 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 327 yds
Green: 10802 sq ft
Bunkers: 3
Course Slope: 120
Course Rating: 73.4

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This short par-4 at 327 yards offers multiple strategic options off the tee. With the fairway maintaining a generous 80 yards of width at both the 200 and 250-yard marks, longer hitters can consider driver to get within wedge distance, while more conservative players can lay up with a mid-iron to the 200-yard zone for optimal positioning.

hazard warning

Be aware of the bunker complex positioned at 287 yards from the tee - this is right in the landing zone for aggressive drivers. Players attempting to drive the green or get close should account for this hazard when selecting their tee shot strategy.

approach

The massive green measuring 10,802 square feet (69 yards long by 36 yards wide) provides a large target for approach shots, but pin position will be crucial for scoring. From a 200-yard layup position, you'll have a comfortable short iron into this expansive putting surface.

green

With the green stretching 69 yards from front to back, club selection becomes critical based on pin position. A front pin versus back pin could mean a 2-3 club difference in your approach shot, so pay close attention to the flag placement before committing to your strategy.

approach

Additional bunkers positioned at 344 and 379 yards indicate greenside protection. While most players won't reach these from the tee, they'll come into play on approach shots, particularly for those who lay up and are hitting longer irons into the green.

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This 327-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 327-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 12?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: large green requiring good lag putting.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 12?

Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 12?

The green is large and can play quite long. The green is wider than it is deep, rewarding shots that find the correct tier. Three-putt territory if you don't manage your approach distance well.

What's a good score on hole 12?

This hole is a birdie opportunity if you find the fairway. This shorter par 4 rewards accuracy off the tee with a short iron approach.

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

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Gamble Sands Golf and Inn. You can play this exact 327-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 →