63% match
For White tees
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Baywood Gcc
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
176
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more
Baywood Gcc Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Baywood Gcc, identifying the specific skills this course demands most. The skill distribution below shows which areas of your game will be tested most frequently based on the hole-by-hole analysis (hole handicaps, stroke index, yardage, etc.), while the handicap ranges indicate the typical player profiles who perform well here.
Focus your practice on these key skills to maximize improvement and lower your scores. Check the practice programs below for targeted drills that address these specific skills.
Skill Distribution
Distance Control 30%Scoring 23%Accuracy 15%Precision 15%Dispersion 14%
Handicap Performance Insights
The handicap ranges shown represent the typical performance levels for this course. Players within these ranges can expect competitive scores, while those outside may yield benefits or may need additional practice in the highlighted skill areas to perform at their best.
16.9
Average HCP
9.8
Minimum HCP
29.9
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Baywood Gcc
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/6658863b3c0035ec4a158e8e_Slide16.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row - one inside each field - to complete the challenge. If miss, fall back two fields.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b356193809ca2e8eb0df7_Slide77.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/66588cd97597181cc748d4de_Slide32.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row past the hole and short of an alignment stick.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665887a0c4f4a790542a56e3_Slide18.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Baywood Gcc.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
Baywood@baywoodgcc.com
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Facilities
✓Driving Range
✓Putting Green
✓Chipping Green
✓Practice Bunker
✓Motor Cart
✓Pull Cart
✓Golf Clubs Rental
✗Club Fitting
✓Pro Shop
✓Golf Lessons
✗Caddie Hire
✓Restaurant
✓Reception Hall
✓Changing Room
✓Lockers
✗Lodging on Site
Location
3600 Buttermilk Ln, Arcata, CA 95521, USA
Course Description
Play like a pro at Baywood Golf & Country Club. Manicured and Well-Designed Courses. Combine The Very Best Of Nature & Sport At Our Friendly Golf Course & Club.We are an 18 hole Private, Golf and Country club nestled in the majestic Redwoods of Northern California. We offer our members a club house, pool, bar, full dining facility and offer many special events and an exceptional wedding venue.
golf course • country club • wedding venue • dining • recreation
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Bob E. Baldock, H. Chandler Egan, Robert Muir Graves
Opened
1933
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.5(88 reviews)
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Baywood Gcc, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course forces repeated choices on short par fours between aggression and irons while stout par fives test reach decisions, back nine hikes risk on marked tough spots amid overall stern ratings.
G
Gold Tee
Gender: FemalePar 745583 yards5105 metersCR 72.9Bogey 103.1Slope 128
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 50.9 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 52.2 · Slope 131
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 38 | 74 |
| Handicap | 2 | 1 | 13 | 7 | 18 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 10 | — | 11 | 9 | 16 | 6 | 8 | 17 | 4 | 14 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 486 | 491 | 286 | 307 | 98 | 344 | 318 | 172 | 327 | 2829 | 318 | 409 | 124 | 315 | 404 | 174 | 389 | 248 | 373 | 2754 | 5583 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 745486 yards5016 metersCR 72.5Bogey 102.4Slope 126
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 50.6 · Slope 123
Back Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 51.8 · Slope 129
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 38 | 74 |
| Handicap | 2 | 1 | 13 | 7 | 18 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 10 | — | 11 | 9 | 16 | 6 | 8 | 17 | 4 | 14 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 481 | 479 | 280 | 301 | 98 | 340 | 312 | 166 | 322 | 2779 | 318 | 403 | 124 | 315 | 399 | 156 | 382 | 242 | 368 | 2707 | 5486 |
W
White Tee
Gender: FemalePar 746068 yards5549 metersCR 75.3Bogey 107.0Slope 134
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.4 · BR 52.9 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 37.9 · BR 54.1 · Slope 137
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 38 | 74 |
| Handicap | 2 | 1 | 13 | 7 | 18 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 10 | — | 11 | 9 | 16 | 6 | 8 | 17 | 4 | 14 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 496 | 514 | 299 | 320 | 136 | 354 | 380 | 188 | 364 | 3051 | 321 | 444 | 159 | 332 | 478 | 201 | 432 | 260 | 390 | 3017 | 6068 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Baywood Gcc
We studied the course layout and prepared practice programs to lower your scores. The programs are purpose-built for each tee to align with the course strategy. Each program consists of curated drills, with pre-defined modules designed to deliver results.
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Showing 45 Programs
% match to course practice profile61% match
For White tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started55% match
For White tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control31%
Visualization24%
66% match
For White tees
Sand from longer range, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills
Scoring25%
Accuracy20%
Distance Control15%
13 Week Flagship Program for Baywood Gcc
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Baywood Gcc. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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25% match
For White tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
21% match
For White tees
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
66% match
For White tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring24%
Aim22%
Distance Control22%
76% match
For White tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision16%
Distance Control14%
63% match
For White tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
54% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment26%
Accuracy16%
71% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control19%
Precision16%
Scoring15%
62% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim19%
Precision19%
63% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Accuracy27%
Scoring22%
Distance Control14%
58% match
For White tees
Turn into birdies, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Alignment13%
Precision13%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started61% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Distance Control29%
Aim23%
Dispersion18%
81% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring22%
Accuracy17%
75% match
For White tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills
Distance Control20%
Precision17%
Aim16%
59% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy31%
Scoring24%
Distance Control14%
55% match
For White tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP8 drills
Scoring43%
Accuracy19%
Visualization9%
79% match
For Gold tees
Pitch from fairway, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Distance Control26%
Dispersion17%
Precision14%
48% match
For Gold tees
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Scoring41%
Alignment15%
Aim14%
63% match
For Gold tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control28%
Visualization17%
34% match
For Gold tees
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
74% match
For Gold tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
22% match
For Gold tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics27%
Trajectory21%
61% match
For Gold tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion22%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started63% match
For Gold tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
60% match
For Gold tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control31%
Alignment20%
Aim17%
67% match
For Gold tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control23%
Accuracy22%
Alignment19%
60% match
For Gold tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
63% match
For Gold tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Accuracy31%
Scoring22%
Distance Control14%
61% match
For Gold tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control27%
Alignment12%
62% match
For Gold tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim27%
Scoring25%
Dispersion14%
70% match
For Gold tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control26%
Accuracy24%
Alignment13%
75% match
For Gold tees
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control21%
Scoring18%
Dispersion15%
54% match
For Gold tees
Approach from hazards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP9 drills
Accuracy36%
Distance Control18%
Scoring16%
54% match
For Gold tees
Thread the gap, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Precision33%
Distance Control29%
Aim20%
47% match
For Red tees
Read long breaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min9 HCP8 drills
Distance Control43%
Visualization41%
Dispersion12%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started59% match
For Red tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring49%
Distance Control28%
Visualization18%
65% match
For Red tees
Pitch long distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP6 drills
Distance Control25%
Aim22%
Precision18%
48% match
For Red tees
Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Alignment32%
Scoring19%
Aim18%
69% match
For Red tees
Avoid bunkers with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Dispersion23%
Accuracy20%
54% match
For Red tees
Build drive streaks, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 minUnknown HCP3 drills
Precision32%
Scoring32%
Dispersion15%
61% match
For Red tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
67% match
For Red tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP4 drills
Distance Control26%
Dispersion26%
Visualization23%
2026
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United States
2026 Oakwood Intercollegiate
3/23/2026
Stroke
WAGR
Collegiate
men
Open for registration
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Lady Roadrunner Invitational
3/30/2026
Stroke
WAGR
Collegiate
women
Open for registration
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2026 GLVC Women's Golf Championship - Stroke Play
4/18/2026
Stroke
WAGR
Collegiate
women
Open for registration
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Pacific Northwest Senior Women's Amateur Championship
9/8/2026
Stroke
WAGR
Senior
women
Open for registration
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Frequently Asked Questions about Baywood Gcc
Get answers to common questions about playing Baywood Gcc and what to expect.
How difficult is Baywood Gcc for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Baywood Gcc challenges consistency. A slope rating of 134.0 suggests a moderately demanding round. The course rating of 75.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Baywood Gcc?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5777 yards. The back tees extend to 6068.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Baywood Gcc?
With a course rating of 75.3 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Baywood Gcc and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6068.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Baywood Gcc and how should I play it?
Baywood Gcc is designed as a Parkland layout. Overall, the setup will reward players who place the ball in safe positions far from hazards. Also, type of shot is more crucial rather than just trying to gain distance.
What features make Baywood Gcc strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 134.0 and yardage reaching 6068.0 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.
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