Chip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control25%
Alignment16%
Accuracy15%
Practice Programs
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Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
64
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more
Lakepoint State Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Lakepoint State 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
Scoring 24%Precision 24%Distance Control 22%Trajectory 14%Dispersion 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.
24
Average HCP
11.5
Minimum HCP
35.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Lakepoint State Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop chip shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Lakepoint State Golf Course.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
lakepoint.proshop@dcnr.alabama.gov
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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
Eufaula, AL 36027, USA
Course Description
The Alabama State Parks Division operates and maintains 21 state parks encompassing approximately 48,000 acres of land and water in Alabama. The parks range from Gulf Coast beaches to the Appalachian Mountains providing opportunities and facilities from basic day-use activities to resort convention lodging, restaurant, and golfing areas.MISSION: To acquire and preserve natural areas; to develop, furnish, operate and maintain recreational facilities, and to extend the public's knowledge of the state's natural environment.GOALS: - To manage and operate the parks system in an economically sound and efficient manner on the most self-sustaining basis possible.- To provide and maintain high-quality facilities and services to meet the needs of visitors; to provide an opportunity for personal growth and development of individuals through outdoor experiences. - To promote the use of state parks facilities. - To preserve unique natural features and integrity of state parks for future generations.- To promote goodwill and enhance the public image of Alabama, and the Alabama State Parks through dedicated, courteous employees.
alabama state parks • state park system • outdoor recreation • hiking • camping • zip lines • lodging • nature education • park reservations • jr. park ranger • desoto state park • gulf state park • wind creek state park • oak mountain state park • meaher state park • lake guntersville state park • cheaha state park • trail recreation • family activities • state parks • recreation • outdoor activities • fishing • nature • wildlife • boating
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Thomas H Nicol
Opened
1960
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Lakepoint State 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 13 Programs
% match to course practice profilePitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Accuracy30%
Distance Control24%
Scoring18%
Thread the gap, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision31%
Aim19%
Trajectory16%
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Get StartedControl distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
13 Week Flagship Program for Lakepoint State Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Lakepoint State Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Ball on Dime
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 6 days
Short Game · Sand
Save par with a clutch bunker shot—pressure drill
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
How close can you get? Challenge your limits
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success
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
Weeks 11–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Shape it perfectly: fade or draw with wedges
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Week 13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Challenge: eliminate off-target mid iron shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Feel the green, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min31 HCP5 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring20%
Dispersion13%
Beat streaks, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min31 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Alignment24%
Aim19%
Flop from bunkers, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP5 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control17%
Aim15%
Up-and-down contest, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP6 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring19%
Accuracy18%
Stick chips near hole, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy20%
Scoring19%
Aim16%
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP3 drills
Dispersion28%
Distance Control25%
Scoring23%
Land softly, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP6 drills
Trajectory26%
Precision23%
Mechanics23%
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP3 drills
Precision33%
Dispersion32%
Scoring18%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Lakepoint State Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Lakepoint State Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Lakepoint State Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Lakepoint State Golf Course presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Lakepoint State Golf Course?
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 Lakepoint State Golf Course?
With a course rating of 70 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 Lakepoint State Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Lakepoint State Golf Course 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 Lakepoint State Golf Course 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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