57% match
For Gold tees
Pick landing spot, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills
Scoring33%
Aim28%
Alignment20%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Byrncliff Resort
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
171
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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+5 more
Byrncliff Resort Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Byrncliff Resort, 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 25%Scoring 21%Accuracy 19%Aim 18%Precision 15%
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.
18.1
Average HCP
10.5
Minimum HCP
30.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Byrncliff Resort
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
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
Driver | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
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 Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Byrncliff Resort.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@byrncliff.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
2357 Humphrey Rd, Varysburg, NY 14167, USA
Course Description
Byrncliff Golf Resort & Banquets is a premier year around golf resort with Lodging, Bar & Restaurant, Banquets. It is the closest golf resort to Buffalo and Canada, just 35 minutes south of Buffalo, 1 hour from Rochester NY and Southern Ontario. Nestled in the rolling hills of Wyoming County, it offers a scenic, fun and challenging public 18 hole par 72 golf course, great amenities, and warm hospitality. In the Winter, it is a Cross Country Ski center with 12 miles of Groomed Tracks for both first times and avid xc skieers. Classic and Skate Skiing. Voted best Cross Country Skiing in WNY by BuffaloSpree. Snowshoeing. Snowmobiling. Voted one of America's best pitstop by Snowgoer 2018. Recently renovated both banquet and hotel rooms, great restaurant, great Hospitality. A true escape from the everyday. Come and visit us!
golf resort • public golf course • cross-country skiing • banquets • wedding venue • stay and play • hotel packages • driving range • group outings • snowshoeing • snowmobiling • western new york • buffalo area • event venue • ropes course • golf packages • all-inclusive vacations • luxury lodging • banquet halls • golf • recreation • events • civic engagement
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
William Harries
Opened
1967
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.5(837 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 Byrncliff Resort, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Gold
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers steady pressure through longish par fours that punish off-line drives with bogey traps, while par fives tempt aggressive plays risking doubles amid average overall demands.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 726672 yards6101 metersCR 71.9Bogey 93.7Slope 117
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 46.7 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 47.0 · Slope 115
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 9 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 13 | — | 4 | 14 | 18 | 6 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 2 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 371 | 483 | 423 | 176 | 371 | 355 | 526 | 183 | 352 | 3240 | 388 | 379 | 212 | 342 | 561 | 485 | 223 | 454 | 388 | 3432 | 6672 |
G
Gold Tee
Gender: MalePar 725382 yards4921 metersCR 65.9Bogey 85.4Slope 105
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.0 · BR 43.0 · Slope 108
Back Nine · CR 32.9 · BR 42.4 · Slope 102
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 9 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 13 | — | 4 | 14 | 18 | 6 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 2 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 295 | 403 | 346 | 138 | 296 | 319 | 429 | 127 | 314 | 2667 | 340 | 336 | 117 | 279 | 440 | 425 | 138 | 323 | 317 | 2715 | 5382 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 726053 yards5535 metersCR 69.0Bogey 89.9Slope 113
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 45.2 · Slope 116
Back Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 44.7 · Slope 109
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 9 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 13 | — | 4 | 14 | 18 | 6 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 2 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 352 | 462 | 388 | 161 | 315 | 338 | 484 | 156 | 328 | 2984 | 377 | 362 | 170 | 327 | 542 | 446 | 173 | 335 | 337 | 3069 | 6053 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Byrncliff Resort
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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profile68% match
For Gold tees
Hit intended line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Aim34%
Distance Control17%
Scoring15%
62% match
For Gold tees
Advantage from tee, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision15%
Trajectory13%
34% match
For Gold tees
Control mid iron arc, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Mechanics36%
Precision24%
Trajectory22%
12 Week Flagship Program for Byrncliff Resort
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Byrncliff Resort. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 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≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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53% match
For Gold tees
Feel the green, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills
Distance Control33%
Accuracy29%
Alignment25%
73% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring19%
Alignment17%
67% match
For Gold tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy22%
Distance Control17%
Dispersion16%
67% match
For Gold tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
58% match
For Gold tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min20 HCP5 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring27%
Alignment12%
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Get Started45% match
For Gold tees
Hit intended line, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Aim28%
Precision25%
Dispersion14%
67% match
For Gold tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control19%
Alignment13%
72% match
For Gold tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control26%
Accuracy22%
Alignment13%
71% match
For Gold tees
Feel the distance, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Distance Control19%
Precision19%
Dispersion17%
61% match
For Gold tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Accuracy35%
Distance Control26%
Alignment23%
64% match
For Gold tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Precision32%
Distance Control22%
Aim16%
44% match
For White tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
42% match
For White tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Dispersion26%
Visualization23%
63% match
For White tees
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim22%
Alignment21%
Distance Control18%
70% match
For White tees
Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim28%
Distance Control21%
Scoring17%
67% match
For White tees
Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
60% match
For White tees
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
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Get Started67% match
For White tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision16%
Distance Control14%
49% match
For White tees
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision25%
Mechanics18%
Trajectory17%
71% match
For White tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Aim24%
Scoring19%
Distance Control17%
63% match
For White tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control27%
Alignment17%
67% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
68% match
For White tees
Keep near hole, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Accuracy31%
Distance Control18%
Aim17%
59% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment24%
Accuracy13%
64% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim26%
Alignment17%
Precision15%
67% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy26%
Scoring14%
82% match
For White tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills
Scoring22%
Distance Control21%
Accuracy15%
70% match
For White tees
Stop within 2 feet, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills
Accuracy34%
Distance Control19%
Scoring19%
67% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP8 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment19%
Accuracy19%
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Get Started47% match
For Blue tees
Visualize the path to the hole, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim36%
Stroke17%
Scoring14%
39% match
For Blue tees
Square the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim22%
Stroke13%
41% match
For Blue tees
Visualize perfect sand, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP5 drills
Scoring44%
Accuracy33%
Visualization23%
41% match
For Blue tees
Match plan to shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy30%
Visualization25%
41% match
For Blue tees
See landing and roll, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization25%
37% match
For Blue tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
45% match
For Blue tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 minUnknown HCP3 drills
Scoring38%
Precision22%
Trajectory13%
33% match
For Blue tees
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
44% match
For Blue tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
26% match
For Blue tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP3 drills
Distance Control49%
Visualization36%
Dispersion15%
60% match
For Blue tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control28%
Alignment21%
Scoring17%
62% match
For Blue tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy27%
Alignment21%
Distance Control17%
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Get Started67% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
56% match
For Blue tees
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring21%
Alignment15%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Byrncliff Resort
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Byrncliff Resort
Get answers to common questions about playing Byrncliff Resort and what to expect.
How difficult is Byrncliff Resort for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Byrncliff Resort technically exacting. With a slope of 117.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 71.9 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Byrncliff Resort?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6027 yards. The back tees extend to 6672.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Byrncliff Resort?
With a course rating of 71.9 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 Byrncliff Resort and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6672.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Byrncliff Resort and how should I play it?
Byrncliff Resort 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 Byrncliff Resort strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 117.0 and yardage reaching 6672.0 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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