Hole 13 at Gamble Sands Golf and Inn

Par 5 • 562 Yards • Brewster, Washington

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The 13th hole at Gamble Sands stands as one of David McLay-Kidd's signature par fives, featuring wickedly contoured terrain and two imposing bunkers guarding the right side. This demanding hole showcases the Scottish architect's links-style design philosophy, where strategic positioning and course management are paramount to success.

Tees:

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Green:51y × 60y

Fairway @250y:56y wide

4 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 5
Yardage: 562 yds
Green: 13258 sq ft
Bunkers: 4
Course Slope: 120
Course Rating: 73.4

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

With the fairway maintaining a generous 55 yards of width at the 200-yard mark, focus on positioning your drive in the center-left portion to set up the best angle for your second shot on this 562-yard par 5.

approach

The fairway remains consistently wide at 56 yards even at the 250-yard mark, so longer hitters can be aggressive with driver to get closer to the green in two, especially given the massive 13,258 square foot putting surface.

hazard warning

Be aware of the bunker positioned at 342 yards from the tee - this could catch longer drives that drift right, so favor the left side of the fairway for your tee shot.

approach

The bunkers at 491 and 594 yards frame the approach area - use these as reference points when planning your layup distance, keeping your second shot short of the 491-yard bunker for an ideal wedge distance.

green

With a massive putting surface measuring 51 yards by 60 yards (13,258 sq ft), pin position becomes crucial - aim for the correct tier and don't be afraid to use the green's size to your advantage when attacking pins.

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

How difficult is hole 13?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 5, heavily bunkered, large green requiring good lag putting.

How big is the green on hole 13?

The green is large and can play quite long. Three-putt territory if you don't manage your approach distance well.

What's a good score on hole 13?

This hole is a true three-shot hole where birdie requires execution. This longer par 5 demands patience. Two good shots set up the scoring opportunity.

Can I practice hole 13 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 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 →