74% match
For Yellow tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control20%
Aim19%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Scotch Pines Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
182
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Scotch Pines Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Scotch Pines 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%Distance Control 24%Aim 17%Precision 16%Accuracy 16%
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.
18.2
Average HCP
10.9
Minimum HCP
31.9
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Scotch Pines Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
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.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 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. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Scattered Piles | 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. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
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 Scotch Pines 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
10610 Scotch Pines Rd, Payette, ID 83661, USA
Course Description
Scotch Pines is a public 18-hole golf course located in Payette, Idaho, in the rolling foothills of southwestern Idaho near the Idaho/Oregon border. Opened in 1962, it offers a walkable layout with tee options for all skill levels, a fully stocked pro shop, driving range, and a short game area. The facility also features a bar and grill for events and a lessons program with a seasoned golf professional, and hosts numerous state-wide events and tournaments. It provides year-round access, tournament calendar opportunities, and is situated about 60 miles west of Boise.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
William Graham
Opened
1962
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⭐4.4(259 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 Scotch Pines Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Yellow
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers repeating tests of tee positioning for short approaches on par fours plus layup choices on par fives where avoiding trouble on select tough holes controls scoring risks.
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 726022 yards5507 metersCR 68.5Bogey 89.4Slope 113
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 44.4 · Slope 111
Back Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 45.0 · Slope 114
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 1 | 7 | 9 | 15 | 11 | 3 | 17 | 13 | 5 | — | 14 | 18 | 8 | 4 | 12 | 6 | 2 | 16 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 379 | 470 | 349 | 152 | 457 | 366 | 299 | 147 | 352 | 2971 | 329 | 153 | 490 | 365 | 463 | 161 | 399 | 370 | 321 | 3051 | 6022 |
S
Silver Tee
Gender: FemalePar 724462 yards4080 metersCR 65.3Bogey 90.8Slope 108
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 32.5 · BR 45.5 · Slope 110
Back Nine · CR 32.8 · BR 45.3 · Slope 106
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 5 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 11 | 13 | 17 | 9 | — | 4 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 14 | 6 | 16 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 286 | 341 | 259 | 95 | 376 | 274 | 178 | 102 | 293 | 2204 | 220 | 127 | 396 | 290 | 367 | 92 | 310 | 250 | 206 | 2258 | 4462 |
W
White Tee
Gender: FemalePar 726022 yards5507 metersCR 73.7Bogey 103.8Slope 128
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 51.7 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 52.1 · Slope 128
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 5 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 11 | 13 | 17 | 9 | — | 4 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 14 | 6 | 16 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 379 | 470 | 349 | 152 | 457 | 366 | 299 | 147 | 352 | 2971 | 329 | 153 | 490 | 365 | 463 | 161 | 399 | 370 | 321 | 3051 | 6022 |
Y
Yellow Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725448 yards4982 metersCR 70.6Bogey 99.1Slope 121
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 49.3 · Slope 120
Back Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 49.8 · Slope 121
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 5 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 11 | 13 | 17 | 9 | — | 4 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 14 | 6 | 16 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 328 | 401 | 314 | 130 | 420 | 331 | 288 | 115 | 339 | 2666 | 318 | 140 | 440 | 331 | 458 | 150 | 362 | 293 | 290 | 2782 | 5448 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Scotch Pines 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 45 Programs
% match to course practice profile84% match
For Yellow tees
Stop pitches near hole, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring19%
Aim18%
Distance Control16%
54% match
For Yellow tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
67% match
For Yellow tees
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring30%
Distance Control25%
Dispersion22%
13 Week Flagship Program for Scotch Pines Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Scotch Pines 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≤ 7 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Save Par From 9 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Stop Missed Opportunities On Mid Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Improve Long Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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74% match
For Yellow tees
Chip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Scoring19%
Accuracy14%
Distance Control14%
76% match
For Yellow tees
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
68% match
For Yellow tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Alignment20%
76% match
For Yellow tees
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring23%
Precision20%
Aim14%
68% match
For Yellow 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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Get Started53% match
For Yellow tees
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Accuracy34%
Alignment25%
Distance Control24%
70% match
For Yellow tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP7 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control24%
Aim14%
67% match
For Yellow tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim22%
Alignment20%
Scoring19%
84% match
For Yellow tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control23%
Aim17%
Accuracy17%
67% match
For Yellow tees
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills
Distance Control33%
Trajectory17%
Aim16%
72% match
For Yellow tees
Pitch close, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Accuracy33%
Distance Control23%
Aim17%
66% match
For Yellow tees
Thread the gap, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP6 drills
Precision32%
Distance Control24%
Aim10%
60% match
For White tees
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim34%
Scoring24%
Alignment15%
76% match
For White tees
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Scoring32%
Aim20%
Accuracy17%
67% match
For White tees
Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP5 drills
Distance Control27%
Aim24%
Dispersion14%
69% match
For White tees
Consistent short iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
68% match
For White tees
Leave tap-ins, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring31%
Accuracy23%
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Get Started62% match
For White tees
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
62% match
For White tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Scoring34%
Alignment27%
Aim20%
58% match
For White tees
Feel the distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision18%
Dispersion16%
77% match
For White tees
Dial in aim, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP6 drills
Aim19%
Scoring19%
Precision19%
71% match
For White tees
Short game from tough lies, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP7 drills
Accuracy30%
Scoring24%
Distance Control18%
74% match
For White tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy22%
Alignment14%
69% match
For White tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Alignment29%
Distance Control18%
Aim18%
57% match
For White tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Alignment25%
Scoring21%
68% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
64% match
For White tees
Chip close, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Accuracy30%
Alignment19%
Distance Control15%
67% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min26 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Aim13%
Scoring12%
56% match
For Silver tees
Save par, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP5 drills
Scoring44%
Accuracy25%
Distance Control7%
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Get Started53% match
For Silver tees
Land inside 2 feet, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Scoring39%
Accuracy34%
Green Reading10%
60% match
For Silver tees
Feel the distance, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills
Distance Control35%
Accuracy18%
Alignment14%
38% match
For Silver tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
34% match
For Silver tees
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory21%
67% match
For Silver tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring26%
Trajectory17%
64% match
For Silver tees
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Alignment28%
Aim27%
Distance Control16%
64% match
For Silver tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy31%
Distance Control18%
Scoring16%
68% match
For Silver tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
66% match
For Silver tees
Chip close, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP3 drills
Accuracy35%
Scoring23%
Aim22%
62% match
For Silver tees
Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Distance Control31%
Accuracy22%
Alignment20%
62% match
For White tees
Treat every putt as crucial, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision29%
Aim16%
55% match
For White tees
Follow through fully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills
Precision45%
Scoring33%
Aim13%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Scotch Pines Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Scotch Pines Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Scotch Pines Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Scotch Pines Golf Course is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 128.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 73.7 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Scotch Pines Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5242 yards. The back tees extend to 6022.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Scotch Pines Golf Course?
With a course rating of 73.7 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 Scotch Pines Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6022.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Scotch Pines 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 Scotch Pines Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 128.0 and yardage reaching 6022.0 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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