Hole 13 at Pete Dye Golf Club
- Par
- 3
- Yardage
- 196 yds
- Hazards
- 2 bunkers
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 73 yds deep × 52 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Championship tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Championship tees · Par 3 · 196 yards
The plan for No. 13
Pete Dye Golf Club hole 13 delivers a pure test of precision at 196 yards, demanding a confident tee shot to a green complex guarded on both sides by strategically placed bunkers. This par 3 offers no fairway to bail out on—just a direct, unwavering line from tee to green that showcases Pete Dye's signature demand for accuracy over power. The dual sand hazards flanking the putting surface punish any lateral miss, forcing golfers to commit fully to their club selection and trust their swing. Framed by the rolling West Virginia terrain, this straight, no-nonsense hole embodies the disciplined shot-making Dye designs are famous for—memorable not for trickery, but for its honest, demanding elegance.
Off the tee
Hole 13 at Pete Dye Golf Club is a par 3 that demands precision over power, so your pre-shot routine should start with a firm commitment to the number rather than a guess. Take an extra club if the pin is tucked back, since coming up short on a Pete Dye green almost always brings more trouble into play than a shot that rolls slightly long. Dye's greens are rarely flat, so read the tee shot with the contour in mind — favor the side of the flag that leaves you an uphill or level putt rather than a slick downhiller. Because this is a one-shot hole, club selection is everything. Trust the yardage you've confirmed rather than adrenaline or downhill optics, which can make the hole play shorter than it actually is. Flight the ball with a touch of extra spin if the green is elevated or firm, so it holds rather than releasing through the back. Around the green, be honest about your short-game strengths. If you miss, miss to the side that gives you the most straightforward chip or bunker shot, not necessarily the closest one. Dye's design often punishes the aggressive miss more than the conservative one, so take your medicine and play for a two-putt par rather than forcing a hero shot from a bad angle. Avoid short-siding yourself at all costs — that's where bogeys turn into doubles on this hole.
Approach & recovery
Since the tee shot doubles as the approach, the philosophy is the same: prioritize center-green targets over aggressive pin-seeking. The two flanking bunkers mean this green effectively plays narrower than it looks from the tee box — golfers should respect that visual and choose a shot shape and trajectory that holds the intended line rather than one prone to drifting into trouble. If you find yourself in either greenside bunker, focus on getting the ball on the putting surface and giving yourself a two-putt look rather than pressing for a miracle up-and-down that could compound the damage.
On the green
With green size and shape unknown, the safest approach is to treat every putt with respect for potential subtle breaks common on Dye designs — his greens are rarely flat, even when they look it. Speed control matters as much as line here; lag putting from distance should take priority over aggressive charges at the hole, particularly if the pin is cut close to either bunker edge. ## RISK VS REWARD The risk/reward calculation on this hole is refreshingly straightforward but unforgiving. There's no alternate route or bail-out zone that meaningfully improves your odds — the reward for a well-struck, well-clubbed shot into the heart of the green is a legitimate birdie look, while anything that challenges the bunkers brings an up-and-down test that can quickly turn into a bogey or worse. Conservative play toward the center of the green consistently pays off more than pin-hunting on this one. ## DIFFERENT SKILL LEVELS **High-handicap players:** Club up if there's any doubt, and aim unapologetically for the center of the green regardless of pin position. Avoiding the bunkers is the priority — a two-putt from 30 feet is a fine result on this hole. Trying to be a hero with a tight pin often leads to compounding mistakes. **Low-handicap players:** Precise club selection and trajectory control become the difference-makers. Better players can afford to work the ball toward pins tucked closer to the bunker edges, but should still respect the penalty for missing — favor the side of the green with more room rather than bringing the tightest hazard into play unnecessarily. Controlling spin and distance on the descent is key to leaving makeable birdie putts rather than long lag attempts.
Watch for
- Course conditioning and mapped hazards may affect line selection; confirm from the aerial.
Hole 13 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 14,604 sq ft
Course coverage
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 196 yards.
What club should I use on this par 3?
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At 196 yards, most golfers will need a long iron or hybrid (5-iron to 6-iron) to reach this green. Adjust for elevation, wind, and pin position.
How difficult is hole 13?
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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 13?
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Key hazards include: 2 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.
How big is the green on hole 13?
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The green is large and can play quite long. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Three-putt territory if you don't manage your approach distance well.