1This is a good warm-up hole because there aren’t many O-Bstacles.Otherwise, you can hit a fairway metal to the center of the 80-yard wide fairwayThis hole presents a couple of options: Long hitters can aim directly for the green.2If the first hole is one of the most forgiving, the 2nd hole is one of the least. This medium-to-long par 4 cape hole invites you to cut off as much of the lake as possible.But take care to avoid the bunkers lining the right side of the fairway. Studying the yardage book first will help tremendously.Water on the left and another bunker on the front right test your approach shot into the green.3In honor of Redan architecture, the “Impenetrable Fortress” has a tilted green, surrounded by steep bunkers.Long putts are difficult because a ridge runs across its raised, undulating green. This par 3 has more hole-in-ones than any other. But don’t be fooled; the green slopes away fro4You’ll not find a bunker in the landing area of this long tree-lined par 4. A well struck tee shot will leave you with a long iron approach shot into a large elevated green.Large bentgrass grassy-hollows flank both sides of this green.5A tee shot aimed over the middle of this this classic design feature, will land perfectly in the middle of the fairway.Passionate golfers will appreciate the design of this par 5. Starting with the bunker located in front of the fairway.There is a generous landing area short and left that awaits the smart second shot. Water protects the right side of this hole from those attempting the aggressive second shot.6Played primarily into the prevailing wind, this hole can play longer than the yardage on the score card would suggest.This dogleg right par 4 is guarded by bunkers on both the left and right side of the fairway.The 6th green inspired by famous architect Seth Raynor’s “hogback” design will challenge the best of putters.7The 7th hole played from a forward tee will be shorter and will play parallel to the water, where an inviting green awaits a well struck tee shot, or even a bump-and-run. Playing aThis two-tiered green can provide some interesting pin placements.8This long, slightly downhill par 4 requires a straight tee shot onto a narrow, winding fairway or you’ll end up in the bunkers.Its deep green presents another stern test of your skill. The hole is modeled after famed British golf course architect Alister Mackenzie’s favorite green at Michigan’s Crystal9The finishing hole on the front side is a challenging par 5, which is slightly uphill and into the prevailing winds.As with many holes on Purgatory, there are bunkers lining the fairway.Your second shot must be well placed to have a short or lofted iron onto a slightly elevated, well-bunkered green.10This hole is a favorite among regulars. It has very few bunkers and trees line it on one side. But it’s a long par 4, and if you hit your tee ball too far to the right, a tree caThe green itself is surrounded by several bunkers, with a shelf in the back and a large bailout on the right.11Another player favorite is Eden, named after its lovely, snake-shaped rock wall. This medium-length par 4 appears easy at first glance.But it tests you with trees, fairway bunkering and undulating mounds on the green. The green is protected on the front by the rock wall, and bunkers behind the pin will catch any s12On this par 3, there are extra tees that set you up to hit over water.Plus, a large bailout to the left makes for a tough up and down chip. Once you’re on the green, there are subtle undulations that can make putting a challenge.The green is surrounded by mounds with flowing fescue. Accuracy is important, as there are bunkers just short and right of the green, and a bent grass approach area to the left.13Purgatory’s longest hole might be the lengthiest you’ll ever play. It ranges from 358 yards at the front to 735 yards from the back. But it also has the widest fairway for thosAn undulating, sloping green makes this par 5 a challenge.14Sweet misery is the description used in medieval poetry to describe the time spent in Purgatory. The 14th hole is a difficult but enjoyable par 4. From the tee box, aim at the bathThe hole plays into the wind with an elevated, bunkered green.15There’s a rock on the right side of the fairway that’s a good target for your tee shot.If you can carry the ridge, you can get an additional roll. Otherwise, if you land behind the tree, it’s a blind shot to the green. While it’s a shorter par 4, the approach sho16When you get to the green and look back towards the tees, the bunkers disappear, just like smoke. This hole requires a long tee shot that favors the left center of the fairway, folThis par 4 hole is completely lined with bunkers, which make the fairway look narrower than it actually is.17Bunkers instead of water surround this island green. It can be visually intimidating off the tee, but keep in mind that if you fall into the sand, you still get another shot.The large green has subtle undulations located across the putting surface.18This finishing par 5 has a split fairway from the tee shot, allowing the less-skilled golfer to reach the fairway easily.The more advanced golfer can take a risk and shoot for the more distant fairway, which could net a lower score. The fairway is well guarded by sand bunkers left, right and center.
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