48% match
For White tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Pinecrest Lake Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
156
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
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+4 more
Pinecrest Lake Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Pinecrest Lake Golf Club, 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 31%Scoring 21%Accuracy 16%Precision 15%Aim 15%
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.
17.8
Average HCP
10.5
Minimum HCP
32.6
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Pinecrest Lake Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b3864bd3db72ba1e0224a_Slide86.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]
Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Driving Range31 min
All woods (Hy to Dr) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b3333053ac0f43d89ac0e_Slide71.PNG)
Putting15 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665887a0c4f4a790542a56e3_Slide18.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/66588cd97597181cc748d4de_Slide32.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row past the hole and short of an alignment stick.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Pinecrest Lake Golf Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
anthony@pinecrestlakegolfclub.com
Giving lessons at Pinecrest Lake Golf Club? Get featured here.
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
679 Pinecrest Dr, Long Pond, PA 18334, USA
Course Description
Pinecrest Lake Golf Club is a private 18-hole championship golf course located in Pocono Pines, Pennsylvania. Established in 1998, the mountain course offers six sets of tees, a challenging layout, and scenic views through native pines and rhododendrons. The club provides a full practice facility and offers lessons and clinics, alongside membership options and non-resident golf offerings. It emphasizes community and recreational as well as competitive play within a private club setting.
golf course • private golf club • 18-hole golf • mountain golf • pocono pines • par 72 • tee it forward • practice facility • golf lessons • golf memberships • membership information • non-resident golf offerings • clubhouse • golf events • golf tournaments • adirondack clubhouse • scenic golf • family friendly golf • western pennsylvania golf • golf • private club • community events • golf practice facility • recreation
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Christopher Commins
Opened
1998
Google Reviews
Business Not Claimed
⭐4.4(88 reviews)
View on Google MapsPinecrest Lake Golf Club Social Media Presence
Interested in our comprehensive dataset of 40,000 golf courses? Contact us to learn more.
Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Pinecrest Lake Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course plays like a par five battleground where long holes pack biggest scoring risks and force careful tee to green decisions. Balanced pars repeat iron precision tests under high bogey pressure to grind low scores.
B
Black Tee
Gender: MalePar 726246 yards5711 metersCR 71.4Bogey 95.7Slope 131
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 47.8 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 47.9 · Slope 135
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 13 | 9 | 11 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 5 | — | 18 | 2 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 4 | 6 | 14 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 510 | 381 | 205 | 419 | 534 | 171 | 519 | 124 | 377 | 3240 | 324 | 564 | 171 | 334 | 124 | 491 | 365 | 166 | 467 | 3006 | 6246 |
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 725905 yards5400 metersCR 69.8Bogey 93.6Slope 128
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 46.9 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 34.5 · BR 46.7 · Slope 131
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 13 | 9 | 11 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 5 | — | 18 | 2 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 4 | 6 | 14 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 484 | 344 | 194 | 391 | 523 | 167 | 510 | 117 | 360 | 3090 | 301 | 546 | 160 | 282 | 117 | 427 | 357 | 158 | 467 | 2815 | 5905 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 725458 yards4991 metersCR 68.0Bogey 90.7Slope 122
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.5 · BR 45.5 · Slope 118
Back Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 45.2 · 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 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 13 | 9 | 11 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 5 | — | 18 | 2 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 4 | 6 | 14 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 465 | 301 | 168 | 356 | 496 | 151 | 485 | 110 | 343 | 2875 | 256 | 528 | 134 | 276 | 108 | 421 | 310 | 141 | 409 | 2583 | 5458 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Pinecrest Lake Golf Club
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.
Filter programs by category (select one)
Showing 44 Programs
% match to course practice profile45% match
For White tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP5 drills
Distance Control37%
Visualization29%
Dispersion21%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started69% match
For White tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring23%
Alignment20%
Aim18%
55% match
For White tees
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring48%
Distance Control28%
Visualization19%
13 Week Flagship Program for Pinecrest Lake Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Pinecrest Lake Golf Club. 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
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 2≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 3≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Hit the green with the perfect trajectory
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Read Breaks Correctly On Each Long Putt
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Improve 3-Wood Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Mobile app
Star this curriculum and sync to your phone
Save it to favorites, get personalized recs, and track completions anywhere.
★Starred syncs to your profile across web + mobile
Use the same account to keep your starred curriculum synced.
45% match
For White tees
Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
64% match
For White tees
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
70% match
For White tees
Stop pitches near hole, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP8 drills
Precision20%
Aim18%
Distance Control18%
30% match
For White tees
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics23%
Aim14%
62% match
For White tees
Get square, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Alignment37%
Distance Control25%
Scoring14%
71% match
For White tees
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy24%
Distance Control16%
Aim14%
64% 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%
57% match
For White tees
Make par, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Accuracy39%
Distance Control29%
Alignment23%
61% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP5 drills
Distance Control25%
Precision25%
Aim17%
59% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim29%
Alignment21%
Distance Control16%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started73% match
For White tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy19%
Distance Control19%
Aim18%
69% match
For White tees
Feel the distance, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP6 drills
Distance Control29%
Aim16%
Precision14%
70% match
For White tees
Short game from tough lies, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP9 drills
Accuracy30%
Aim17%
Distance Control17%
58% match
For White tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP5 drills
Precision32%
Distance Control27%
Aim15%
36% match
For Blue tees
Sink long putts, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min9 HCP8 drills
Distance Control43%
Visualization41%
Dispersion12%
53% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control34%
Visualization21%
61% match
For Blue tees
Save par clutch, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP7 drills
Scoring37%
Alignment15%
Accuracy11%
69% match
For Blue tees
Pick landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Accuracy24%
Scoring21%
Alignment14%
74% match
For Blue tees
Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
66% match
For Blue tees
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
66% match
For Blue tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Scoring28%
Aim24%
Precision19%
60% match
For Blue tees
Stick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy29%
Alignment20%
Distance Control16%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started64% match
For Blue tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
73% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Alignment15%
Precision13%
55% match
For Blue tees
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Alignment32%
Aim25%
Scoring23%
65% match
For Blue tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Accuracy27%
Aim21%
Scoring17%
69% match
For Blue tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP7 drills
Distance Control31%
Precision15%
Dispersion13%
74% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP5 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision25%
Scoring17%
38% match
For Black tees
Read long breaks, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min6 HCP6 drills
Distance Control40%
Visualization38%
Dispersion16%
77% match
For Black tees
Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control20%
Aim18%
Scoring15%
66% match
For Black tees
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Scoring29%
Distance Control22%
Alignment21%
67% match
For Black tees
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Distance Control22%
Alignment15%
Dispersion13%
47% match
For Black tees
Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP4 drills
Trajectory34%
Precision24%
Scoring15%
63% match
For Black tees
Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started48% match
For Black tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
50% match
For Black tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP4 drills
Visualization26%
Dispersion25%
Distance Control24%
65% match
For Black tees
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Alignment25%
Distance Control22%
Aim19%
63% match
For Black tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Accuracy23%
Scoring20%
Alignment19%
64% match
For Black tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
52% match
For Black tees
Mix short game shots, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Accuracy32%
Scoring32%
Alignment16%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Pinecrest Lake Golf Club
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
United States
Babygrande Ross Collegiate Classic
3/9/2026
Stroke
WAGR
Collegiate
men
Open for registration
View full preparation programUnited States
U.S. Girls' Junior Championship
7/13/2026
Stroke
WAGR
Junior
women
Open for registration
View full preparation programFAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Pinecrest Lake Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Pinecrest Lake Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Pinecrest Lake Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Pinecrest Lake Golf Club challenges consistency. At 131.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 71.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Pinecrest Lake Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5852 yards. The back tees extend to 6246.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Pinecrest Lake Golf Club?
With a course rating of 71.4 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 Pinecrest Lake Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6246.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Pinecrest Lake Golf Club 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 Pinecrest Lake Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 131.0 and yardage reaching 6246.0 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.
Nearby Courses
Practice Programs for Nearby Courses
Explore practice programs for courses near Pinecrest Lake Golf Club. These programs are designed to help you prepare for your next round.
Showing 9 Nearby Courses
46 Programs
4.31 km away
Timber Trails Golf Club
Pocono Pines, PA
49 Programs
6.01 km away
Golf at Pocono Manor - East Course
Pocono Manor, PA
16 Programs
9.15 km away
Hidden Falls at Mt. Airy Golf Course - Mount Airy
Dunlap, Tennessee
47 Programs
9.34 km away
Mount Airy Casino Resort - Mount Airy Golf Club
Mount Pocono, PA
48 Programs
9.48 km away
Pocono Farms Country Club
Tobyhanna, PA
44 Programs
17.2 km away
Buck Hill Golf Club - Red/White
Buck Hill Falls, PA
13 Programs
17.2 km away
Buck Hill Golf Club - Blue
Buck Hill Falls, Pennsylvania
14 Programs
17.2 km away
Buck Hill Golf Club - White
Buck Hill Falls, Pennsylvania
49 Programs
18.05 km away
Jack Frost National Golf Club
Blakeslee, PA
Same Architect
Courses by Christopher Commins
Explore other courses designed by Christopher Commins. These courses share similar design philosophies and architectural features.
Showing 1 Course
Pinecrest Lake Golf Club
Pinecrest Lake Golf Club
Pocono Pines, PA