Pitch long distances, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Scoring18%
Precision15%
Practice Programs
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Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
80
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
Gunflint Hills Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Gunflint Hills Golf Club, 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
Scoring 25%Distance Control 22%Precision 17%Aim 17%Accuracy 16%
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.
17.6
Average HCP
9.6
Minimum HCP
30.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Gunflint Hills Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Scattered Piles | 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. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Rough | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, 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.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Visualized Course
Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Opposite Shots Challenge
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Gunflint Hills Golf Club.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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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
1181 Golf Course Rd, Grand Marais, MN 55604, USA
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Opened
1918
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Gunflint Hills Golf Club
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 13 Programs
% match to course practice profileStop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Alignment30%
Aim19%
Distance Control18%
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 StartedBuild drive streaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP7 drills
Scoring30%
Trajectory15%
Distance Control15%
15 Week Flagship Program for Gunflint Hills Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Gunflint Hills Golf Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Match Clubface to Target
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Pick Landing Spot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Set your sights high: aim for a soft landing
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Can you stop the ball close from 30 yards?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land 3–4 Feet From Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–14≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 14–15≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Driver
Turn every drive into an advantage—score from the tee
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0
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Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Distance Control29%
Alignment15%
Scoring15%
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Accuracy25%
Distance Control20%
Scoring18%
Pick landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Accuracy30%
Scoring24%
Aim18%
Aim for soft landing, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills
Aim32%
Alignment16%
Scoring14%
Get square, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Alignment34%
Scoring20%
Aim17%
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Trajectory26%
Precision23%
Mechanics23%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control29%
Accuracy17%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Gunflint Hills Golf Club
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 Gunflint Hills Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Gunflint Hills Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Gunflint Hills Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Gunflint Hills Golf Club technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Gunflint Hills Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6000 yards. The back tees extend to 6500 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Gunflint Hills Golf Club?
With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Gunflint Hills Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Gunflint Hills Golf Club and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Gunflint Hills Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 120 and yardage reaching 6500 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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