47% match
For White tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Phalen Park Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
191
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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+5 more
Phalen Park Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Phalen Park 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
Distance Control 30%Scoring 25%Accuracy 16%Aim 14%Precision 12%
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
Average HCP
10.2
Minimum HCP
29.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Phalen Park Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting15 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Driving Range31 min
All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Piles | Multiple Targets
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Phalen Park Golf Course.
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
1615 Phalen Dr, St Paul, MN 55106, USA
Course Description
St Paul Golf is a public golf program operated by Saint Paul Parks and Recreation, offering access to multiple courses in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The network includes Como Golf Course, Highland National GC, Highland 9-Hole GC, and Phalen Park GC, with daily tee times, leagues, instruction, and family programs. The organization also provides cross-country skiing on its golf properties and indoor golf simulators during winter, along with gifts and event planning support. Golfers can book tee times, join clubs, and explore special offers across the city’s course offerings.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Don Herfort
Opened
1917
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.2(142 reviews)
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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 Phalen Park Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers steady iron pressure on packed par fours where good drives unlock short chances but flaws sting on rigid longer ones. Scoring risks build from back nine's subtle edge in difficulty forcing sharp recovery plays.
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 705881 yards5378 metersCR 68.1Bogey 90.5Slope 121
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.0 · BR 45.1 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 45.4 · Slope 122
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 11 | 13 | 9 | 3 | 15 | 7 | 1 | 17 | 5 | — | 14 | 6 | 16 | 12 | 2 | 8 | 18 | 4 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 349 | 344 | 195 | 495 | 333 | 358 | 408 | 144 | 325 | 2951 | 346 | 485 | 164 | 360 | 379 | 351 | 154 | 391 | 300 | 2930 | 5881 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715311 yards4856 metersCR 70.5Bogey 98.7Slope 120
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 49.6 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 34.9 · BR 49.1 · Slope 120
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 11 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 3 | 17 | 7 | — | 12 | 2 | 18 | 10 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 4 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 325 | 322 | 165 | 468 | 281 | 333 | 406 | 122 | 299 | 2721 | 323 | 412 | 135 | 332 | 351 | 322 | 113 | 322 | 280 | 2590 | 5311 |
W
White Tee
Gender: FemalePar 715881 yards5378 metersCR 73.6Bogey 103.5Slope 127
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 51.5 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 52.0 · Slope 129
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 11 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 3 | 17 | 7 | — | 12 | 2 | 18 | 10 | 6 | 8 | 16 | 4 | 14 | — | — |
| Yardage | 349 | 344 | 195 | 495 | 333 | 358 | 408 | 144 | 325 | 2951 | 346 | 485 | 164 | 360 | 379 | 351 | 154 | 391 | 300 | 2930 | 5881 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Phalen Park 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 44 Programs
% match to course practice profile46% match
For White tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP5 drills
Visualization32%
Distance Control25%
Dispersion23%
67% match
For White tees
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control19%
Aim17%
70% match
For White tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Distance Control23%
Aim20%
Precision17%
14 Week Flagship Program for Phalen Park Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Phalen Park 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control the height: launch it high or low as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Target Cup Accurately On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–14≤ 7 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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55% match
For White tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
62% match
For White tees
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
78% match
For White tees
Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Scoring25%
Accuracy24%
Distance Control21%
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Get Started66% match
For White tees
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
63% match
For White tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control28%
Alignment19%
Precision17%
61% match
For White tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Accuracy27%
Alignment16%
61% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
70% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Distance Control36%
Scoring13%
Alignment11%
59% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim28%
Alignment24%
Scoring24%
71% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control29%
Accuracy20%
Scoring13%
79% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP6 drills
Distance Control24%
Scoring22%
Dispersion12%
68% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision17%
Dispersion13%
45% match
For Red tees
Commit to the aim, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim38%
Scoring18%
Alignment14%
57% match
For Red tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control31%
Visualization24%
58% match
For Red tees
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Alignment28%
Aim26%
Scoring18%
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Get Started66% match
For Red tees
Stop pitches near hole, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Distance Control20%
Aim18%
Precision16%
75% match
For Red tees
Hit close to hole, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min9 HCP7 drills
Distance Control32%
Scoring31%
Accuracy22%
49% match
For Red tees
Perfect woods arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP6 drills
Mechanics23%
Precision22%
Trajectory20%
48% match
For Red tees
Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Dispersion38%
Precision21%
Scoring14%
80% match
For Red tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring18%
Precision16%
63% match
For Red tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control20%
Scoring19%
75% match
For Red tees
Stop on a dime, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim20%
Trajectory16%
56% match
For Red tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring36%
Accuracy28%
Alignment22%
76% match
For Red tees
Feel the green, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision15%
Scoring14%
57% match
For Red tees
Get square for strike, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Alignment33%
Aim23%
Scoring23%
72% match
For Red tees
Feel the distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy19%
Dispersion14%
68% match
For Red tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control21%
Aim18%
Precision17%
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Get Started66% match
For Red tees
Pitch close, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP9 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring24%
Alignment11%
81% match
For Red tees
Stop on a dime, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP6 drills
Distance Control34%
Accuracy19%
Scoring18%
53% match
For White tees
Stick chips near hole, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy35%
Distance Control22%
Alignment18%
70% match
For White tees
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills
Distance Control22%
Aim20%
Precision16%
57% match
For White tees
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
41% match
For White tees
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Mechanics27%
Precision23%
Trajectory22%
60% match
For White tees
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
84% match
For White tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control27%
Accuracy16%
47% match
For White tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
49% match
For White tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP5 drills
Visualization32%
Distance Control28%
Dispersion20%
66% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim24%
Scoring22%
Distance Control18%
68% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control22%
Alignment20%
Accuracy20%
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Get Started61% match
For White tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Phalen Park Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Phalen Park Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Phalen Park Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Phalen Park Golf Course presents a demanding test. The 127.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 73.6 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Phalen Park Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5596 yards. The back tees extend to 5881.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Phalen Park Golf Course?
With a course rating of 73.6 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 Phalen Park Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 5881.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Phalen Park 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 Phalen Park Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 127.0 and yardage reaching 5881.0 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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