64% match
For Red tees
Avoid bogeys, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Precision27%
Aim24%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Big Bend Gc
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
49
49 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
205
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Big Bend Gc Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Big Bend Gc, 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 27%Scoring 23%Aim 17%Precision 16%Accuracy 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.
17.9
Average HCP
10.6
Minimum HCP
30.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Big Bend Gc
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Big Bend Gc.
Contact Information
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
151 Riverview Dr, Tornado, WV 25202, USA
Course Description
The Kanawha County Parks and Recreation Commission operates and manages four county parks and associated golf facilities, offering a range of outdoor activities, venues, and events. It provides park and golf experiences including Big Bend Golf Course, Coonskin Park, Meadowood Park, and Pioneer Park, with driving ranges, amenities, and seasonal hours. The organization emphasizes planning and hosting events, reserving venues, and supporting community recreation across Charleston, West Virginia area. It also communicates park news, hours, and contact information for residents and visitors seeking outdoor recreation and event opportunities.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Claude Evans
Opened
1965
Google Reviews
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⭐3.9(118 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 Big Bend Gc, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers steady pressure for precise short approaches on par fours and threes, amplifying bogey risks shown in ratings when shots miss targets. Par fives repeat with layup choices where HCP tough spots heighten second shot demands.
G
Gold Tee
Gender: MalePar 715435 yards4970 metersCR 65.7Bogey 84.8Slope 103
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.1 · BR 43.1 · Slope 108
Back Nine · CR 32.6 · BR 41.7 · Slope 98
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 17 | 2 | 10 | 14 | 16 | 6 | 13 | 4 | 7 | — | 18 | 5 | 3 | 11 | 15 | 12 | 8 | 9 | 1 | — | — |
| Yardage | 319 | 331 | 313 | 123 | 293 | 380 | 422 | 168 | 358 | 2707 | 434 | 320 | 184 | 345 | 137 | 330 | 466 | 114 | 398 | 2728 | 5435 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 716070 yards5550 metersCR 68.3Bogey 87.9Slope 106
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.5 · BR 44.4 · Slope 107
Back Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 43.5 · Slope 104
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 17 | 2 | 10 | 14 | 16 | 6 | 13 | 4 | 7 | — | 18 | 5 | 3 | 11 | 15 | 12 | 8 | 9 | 1 | — | — |
| Yardage | 329 | 382 | 337 | 147 | 320 | 482 | 467 | 197 | 384 | 3045 | 472 | 385 | 211 | 356 | 154 | 352 | 526 | 146 | 423 | 3025 | 6070 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715251 yards4802 metersCR 69.1Bogey 95.3Slope 111
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 48.3 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 34.3 · BR 47.0 · Slope 108
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 8 | 9 | 6 | 17 | 16 | 3 | 1 | 13 | 4 | — | 10 | 12 | 11 | 5 | 14 | 7 | 2 | 18 | 15 | — | — |
| Yardage | 309 | 319 | 300 | 103 | 283 | 372 | 414 | 162 | 353 | 2615 | 426 | 291 | 177 | 338 | 123 | 324 | 460 | 106 | 391 | 2636 | 5251 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Big Bend Gc
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 49 Programs
% match to course practice profile61% match
For Red tees
Get square, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP6 drills
Alignment26%
Distance Control21%
Precision18%
67% match
For Red tees
Turn into par saves, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min10 HCP3 drills
Scoring37%
Precision21%
Distance Control17%
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Get Started72% match
For Red tees
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control27%
Accuracy22%
11 Week Flagship Program for Big Bend Gc
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Big Bend Gc. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Reduce Missed Mid Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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46% match
For Red tees
Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
44% match
For Red tees
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
71% match
For Red tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Distance Control20%
Alignment19%
Aim16%
67% match
For Red tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy23%
Scoring19%
Distance Control17%
75% match
For Red tees
Feel the green, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim20%
Trajectory16%
63% match
For Red tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Accuracy30%
Scoring21%
Alignment14%
64% match
For Red tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Precision26%
Distance Control23%
Aim16%
63% match
For Red tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim26%
Scoring21%
Alignment20%
66% match
For Red tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy24%
Distance Control20%
Scoring18%
73% match
For Red tees
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP6 drills
Distance Control28%
Scoring15%
Trajectory11%
49% match
For Red tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Accuracy37%
Alignment29%
Distance Control20%
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Get Started55% match
For Red tees
Thread the gap, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP4 drills
Precision30%
Aim27%
Dispersion19%
26% match
For Gold tees
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
65% match
For Gold tees
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP3 drills
Scoring30%
Aim23%
Distance Control12%
52% match
For Gold tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control31%
Visualization24%
74% match
For Gold tees
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim25%
Distance Control22%
Scoring16%
55% match
For Gold tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
62% match
For Gold tees
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
34% match
For Gold tees
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics27%
Trajectory16%
42% match
For Gold tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
45% match
For Gold tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
77% match
For Gold tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring27%
Alignment19%
Aim19%
71% match
For Gold tees
Pinpoint chips, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Precision20%
Distance Control19%
Accuracy14%
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Get Started68% match
For Gold tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
59% match
For Gold tees
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy31%
Aim20%
Distance Control17%
69% match
For Gold tees
Stop on a dime, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP8 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision14%
Alignment13%
48% match
For Gold tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Aim32%
Alignment30%
Scoring26%
61% match
For Gold tees
Turn into birdies, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Scoring30%
Accuracy29%
Alignment16%
75% match
For Gold tees
Feel the distance, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Distance Control22%
Aim16%
Precision13%
64% match
For Gold tees
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Distance Control23%
Scoring17%
71% match
For Gold tees
Stop on a dime, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Distance Control34%
Accuracy16%
Alignment13%
52% match
For White tees
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
61% match
For White tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Precision25%
Aim20%
Dispersion18%
53% match
For White tees
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
34% match
For White tees
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
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Get Started55% match
For White tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
72% match
For White tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision16%
Distance Control14%
69% match
For White tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Aim21%
Distance Control21%
65% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy21%
Alignment20%
Distance Control17%
68% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
63% match
For White tees
Mix short game shots, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Accuracy26%
Alignment24%
Distance Control17%
61% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills
Distance Control32%
Accuracy22%
Alignment20%
59% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim28%
Dispersion16%
Alignment15%
80% match
For White tees
Feel the distance, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Distance Control21%
Scoring18%
Precision18%
65% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP6 drills
Distance Control35%
Trajectory14%
Precision14%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Big Bend Gc
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Big Bend Gc
Get answers to common questions about playing Big Bend Gc and what to expect.
How difficult is Big Bend Gc for mid-handicap golfers?
Big Bend Gc is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 68.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Big Bend Gc?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5660 yards. The back tees extend to 6070.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Big Bend Gc?
With a course rating of 68.3 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Big Bend Gc and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6070.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
What type of course is Big Bend Gc and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Big Bend Gc strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 106.0 and yardage reaching 6070.0 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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