Sheep Ranch · Hole 15
Blue
508
White
433
Gold
368
Red
268
The final par 5 at Sheep Ranch is reachable in two shots in good conditions — a genuine eagle opportunity that sets up a dramatic three-hole closing stretch. In a favorable wind, longer hitters can cover the distance in two with excellent ball-striking. In a headwind, three solid shots are required. This hole is where the round's score can be significantly improved or damaged in the final stretch.
Shot-by-Shot Strategy
Tee Shot
Driver aimed at the center of the wide fairway. The wind direction is critical in the decision to go for it in two — assess carefully from the tee. In a tailwind or crosswind from the right, a 280-yard drive leaves a reasonable second-shot carry. In a headwind, lay up conservatively and accept three shots.
Approach
The two-shot route requires a 220+ yard second shot to a green that is open from the front. In favorable conditions, a long iron or fairway wood can reach the putting surface and leave an eagle putt. The bump-and-run on the second shot is viable — land the ball 20 yards short of the green and let it run up. The layup to 80–90 yards leaves an excellent birdie wedge.
Putting
The final par-5 green has the most generous proportions on the back nine. From any position on this green, birdie is well within reach. The back-to-front slope is the dominant feature — lag putts from above the hole require careful pace. From below the hole, commit to an aggressive birdie attempt.
⚠Gotchas — What Kills Your Score
- •The reachability tempts all players to go for it in two regardless of conditions. In a headwind, the two-shot route is impractical — accept three shots and take the birdie from a wedge approach.
- •The bump-and-run on the second shot requires precise distance calibration — too short lands in rough, too long runs through the back of the green.
- •The generous green creates overconfidence on the putting surface — even from the fat center, 40-foot putts on this fast surface can easily three-putt.
Wind Intelligence
Hole 15's routing creates a variable wind exposure that can be the most favorable or most challenging on the closing stretch depending on wind direction. In a southwest tailwind, this is the most accessible par 5 at the resort — an eagle opportunity for longer hitters. In a southwest headwind, three shots are required and patience is the only strategy. Read the wind precisely from the tee before deciding your route.
Hazard Map
- ▲Back of green running through in tailwind conditions
- ▲Fescue rough both sides of fairway
- ▲Fast, sloped putting surface from above the hole