Vary landing spot soft, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Highland Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
46
46 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
Highland Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Highland Golf Course, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Highland Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
All irons (9 to 2) | Club Swapping Challenge
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land chip shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
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.
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Highland Golf Course.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
2200 1st St, Cosmopolis, WA 98537, USA
Course Description
Highlands Golf Course is a historic 18-hole golf facility located in Cosmopolis, Grays Harbor County. The course, originally opened in 1931 and redesigned by William Overdorf, offers a par-70 layout with 6,112 yards of playing length, featuring Rye grass greens and a 68.1 course rating with a 111 slope. The club emphasizes traditional golf experiences and provides online tee-time booking to accommodate players seeking access to its front and back nine holes. Located in Washington state, it serves local and visiting golfers looking for a classic regional course in the Pacific Northwest.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Bill Overdorf
Opened
1931
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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 Highland Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White21
Blue21 Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 45.4 · Slope 118
Back Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 44.8 · Slope 117
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 1 | 5 | 17 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 3 | — | 10 | 6 | 16 | 8 | 2 | 18 | 12 | 4 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 495 | 387 | 169 | 361 | 336 | 202 | 311 | 354 | 406 | 3021 | 341 | 399 | 127 | 375 | 561 | 115 | 309 | 476 | 140 | 2843 | 5864 |
Blue21 Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.5 · BR 52.0 · Slope 123
Back Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 51.4 · Slope 126
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 1 | 5 | 17 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 3 | — | 10 | 6 | 16 | 8 | 2 | 18 | 12 | 4 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 495 | 387 | 169 | 361 | 336 | 202 | 311 | 354 | 406 | 3021 | 341 | 399 | 127 | 375 | 561 | 115 | 309 | 476 | 140 | 2843 | 5864 |
White21 Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 51.0 · Slope 120
Back Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 50.2 · Slope 124
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 1 | 5 | 17 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 3 | — | 10 | 6 | 16 | 8 | 2 | 18 | 12 | 4 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 478 | 367 | 157 | 348 | 331 | 175 | 298 | 347 | 396 | 2897 | 324 | 384 | 111 | 366 | 530 | 105 | 297 | 441 | 123 | 2681 | 5578 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Highland Golf Course
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 46 Programs
% match to course practice profileVary landing spot, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedControl flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
14 Week Flagship Program for Highland Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Highland Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop 3-Foot Misses On All Shots
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Improve Wedge Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Control rollout, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Make par, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Square the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop pitches near hole, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedAvoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Stop on a dime, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Commit to the stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop pitches near hole, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedControl distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Highland Golf Course
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 Highland Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Highland Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Highland Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Highland Golf Course presents a demanding test. The 125.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 74.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Highland Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5721 yards. The back tees extend to 5864.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Highland Golf Course?
With a course rating of 74.0 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Highland Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 5864.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Highland Golf Course 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 Highland Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 125.0 and yardage reaching 5864.0 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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