Stop pitches near hole, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills
Distance Control24%
Scoring17%
Dispersion15%
Practice Programs
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Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
73
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Little River Inn (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Little River Inn (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 26%Scoring 21%Distance Control 20%Trajectory 18%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.
20.3
Average HCP
11.8
Minimum HCP
34.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Little River Inn (Alternate Tees)
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 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. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 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. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Short Game26 min
Pitch| Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Short Game26 min
Pitch| Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and hit-and-land pitch shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Little River Inn (Alternate Tees).
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@littleriverinn.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
7901 North Highway One
Course Description
Little River Inn is a family-founded inn on the Mendocino Coast offering oceanfront lodging with sweeping views, luxurious amenities, and a range of rooms from traditional to ocean-view options. With a history spanning over 80 years, it highlights comfortable luxury, on-site dining, a golf course, and event spaces for weddings and gatherings while emphasizing a welcoming, home-like atmosphere. The property features pet-friendly options, a variety of rooms with fireplaces and soaking tubs, and a focus on local calendar events and coastal experiences. Located along the edge of the Pacific in California, it positions itself as a longtime destination for relaxation, family travel, and special occasions.
mendocino coast • ocean view rooms • oceanfront lodging • family hospitality • weddings venue • elopements venue • golf course nearby • pets allowed travel • local calendar events • coastal travel • historic inn • california coast • luxury lodging • ocean views • accommodation • Mendocino • hospitality
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Opened
1957
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.5(32 reviews)
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Little River Inn (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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Showing 13 Programs
% match to course practice profileStick chips near hole, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy21%
Distance Control17%
Scoring14%
Land softly, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min23 HCP3 drills
Precision25%
Scoring23%
Trajectory23%
Stick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy23%
13 Week Flagship Program for Little River Inn (Alternate Tees)
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Little River Inn (Alternate Tees). 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Land 2–3 Feet From Pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 10≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Can you match your swing to the perfect trajectory?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control the loft: spin and height as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Week 13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Short Iron Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Pinpoint pitches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Aim25%
Distance Control18%
Land inside 2 feet, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy41%
Scoring39%
Green Reading17%
Precision from tough lie, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Precision24%
Dispersion17%
Control the rollout distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring20%
Aim19%
Accuracy18%
Match swing to trajectory, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP6 drills
Trajectory30%
Mechanics23%
Precision21%
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Get StartedEliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
Consistent short iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision29%
Trajectory26%
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Little River Inn (Alternate Tees)
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Little River Inn (Alternate Tees)
Get answers to common questions about playing Little River Inn (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.
How difficult is Little River Inn (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?
Little River Inn (Alternate Tees) is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Little River Inn (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 Little River Inn (Alternate Tees)?
With a course rating of 70 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Little River Inn (Alternate Tees) 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 Little River Inn (Alternate Tees) 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 Little River Inn (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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