Achieve long-range accuracy, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills
Dispersion40%
Accuracy30%
Scoring8%
Practice Programs
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Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
61
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more
Lake Almanor (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Lake Almanor (Alternate Tees), 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
Precision 27%Distance Control 23%Scoring 17%Dispersion 16%Aim 13%
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.
22.9
Average HCP
15.7
Minimum HCP
36.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Lake Almanor (Alternate Tees)
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665889fa873430f527142a73_Slide24.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]
Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the landing 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
Long irons (4,3,2) | 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each target using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b34a820f7fd508a0ef596_Slide75.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Lake Almanor (Alternate Tees).
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
501 Peninsula Drive
Course Description
Lake Almanor Country Club is a homeowner’s association located on the peninsula of Lake Almanor in the Cascade/Sierra Nevada Mountains of northeast California. The community comprises 1,831 large single-family lots and offers extensive amenities including a nine-hole golf course, multiple tennis and pickleball courts, boat launches, recreation areas, a clubhouse, and staff-managed roads with gated entrances. It serves residents and vacationers seeking lake access, outdoor recreation, and a forested mountain setting around 4,500 feet in elevation with scenic views of Mt. Lassen and Dyer Mountain. The club is integrated with FrontSteps HOA systems for member services and governance materials.
lake almanor • na homeowner association • golf course • pickleball • tennis courts • boating • recreation areas • gated community • private roads • lake access • mountain setting • california northeast • water storage • forests • clubhouse • administration building • member benefits • community events
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Homer Flint
Opened
1972
Google Reviews
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Lake Almanor (Alternate Tees)
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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% match to course practice profileKeep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Distance Control34%
Aim21%
Precision18%
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Aim27%
Scoring19%
Dispersion17%
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics30%
Precision30%
Trajectory17%
12 Week Flagship Program for Lake Almanor (Alternate Tees)
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Lake Almanor (Alternate Tees). 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Improve Accuracy On Long Putts 20+ Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Week 2≤ 3 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 3≤ 4 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 4 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Thread the gap: precision Bump'n'Runs to a tight pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
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 9–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Distance Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Leave tap-ins, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min35 HCP9 drills
Precision31%
Trajectory20%
Mechanics20%
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Dispersion24%
Precision20%
Accuracy18%
Land 2 feet away, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Trajectory15%
Precision13%
Thread the gap, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Precision27%
Distance Control17%
Alignment17%
Save par consistently, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP4 drills
Precision26%
Distance Control21%
Scoring19%
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Get StartedImprove 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP5 drills
Precision41%
Dispersion29%
Scoring15%
Consistent long iron rollout, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
Control long iron distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control42%
Scoring28%
Aim10%
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Lake Almanor (Alternate Tees)
Get answers to common questions about playing Lake Almanor (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.
How difficult is Lake Almanor (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?
Lake Almanor (Alternate Tees) is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Lake Almanor (Alternate Tees)?
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 Lake Almanor (Alternate Tees)?
With a course rating of 70 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 Lake Almanor (Alternate Tees) and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Lake Almanor (Alternate Tees) 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 Lake Almanor (Alternate Tees) 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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