Windstone Golf Club

One of the toughest opening holes in the area, the 462-yard par-4 first hole starts with an elevated tee shot that descends onto a level fairway at the 200-yard marker. Afterwards, the fairway begins a 45-degree slope from the 160-yard point until the 120-yard point. Two narrow fairway bunkers on the right invite any stray or weak drives, but they should not come into play for longer, accurate hitters. Errant shots to the left feed quickly into an out-of bounds area along the left side.

The green is reachable with two solid shots, but the green is well protected by bunkers that guard the left side and rear. Those who choose to lay up should note the location of the green-side bunker on the left, and a large tree blocking the left side of the green.

This green will receive high shots well, so take dead aim at the flag stick with your approach because the large putting surface can quickly lead to a three putt.

Click here for an overhead view of the 1st hole.

Hole 1