45% match
For Red tees
Hit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Skytop Lodge
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
11
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+5 more
Skytop Lodge Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Skytop Lodge, 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 26%Scoring 23%Accuracy 18%Aim 16%Precision 14%
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
10.6
Minimum HCP
32.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Skytop Lodge
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting27 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
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) | Scattered Targets (Shorter)
Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Skytop Lodge.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
skytop2@ptd.net
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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
1 Skytop Lodge Rd, Skytop, PA 18357, USA
Course Description
Skytop Lodge is a luxury resort and hotel situated in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. Established in 1928, it offers a variety of accommodations and activities, making it a favored destination for leisure travelers and corporate events. The resort is celebrated for its stunning natural surroundings, providing guests with opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and golfing. The lodge features luxurious rooms and suites, multiple dining options ranging from fine dining to casual eateries, and a wide array of recreational activities including golf, tennis, and water sports. Additionally, Skytop Lodge has facilities for hosting weddings, conferences, and other corporate events, catering to families, couples, and corporate groups seeking a luxurious retreat. Skytop Lodge also offers various career opportunities, including full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions, along with a comprehensive benefits package for its employees.
poconos resort • luxury lodge • golf • indoor pool • outdoor pool • hiking • treetop adventure • kayak tour • fishing • beach and wibit • ice skating • weddings venues • family events • group meetings • dining venues • the lodge dining • inn rooms • cottages accommodations • adventure center • resort • vacation • outdoor activities • family getaway • historic lodging • hospitality
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Robert White
Opened
1929
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.6(2153 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 Skytop Lodge, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers ongoing pressure from stout par fives and par fours that rank hardest where tee errors spark score blowups while shorter holes offer birdie windows to stay even.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 726508 yards5951 metersCR 72.6Bogey 96.3Slope 128
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 48.7 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 47.6 · 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 13 | 9 | 15 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 7 | 17 | — | 16 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 12 | 4 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 389 | 367 | 237 | 371 | 406 | 179 | 533 | 446 | 467 | 3395 | 287 | 462 | 197 | 340 | 319 | 550 | 183 | 429 | 346 | 3113 | 6508 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: MalePar 725523 yards5050 metersCR 67.8Bogey 90.1Slope 120
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 45.7 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 33.2 · BR 44.4 · 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 13 | 9 | 15 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 7 | 17 | — | 16 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 12 | 4 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 367 | 311 | 185 | 301 | 330 | 146 | 477 | 374 | 435 | 2926 | 238 | 417 | 120 | 301 | 281 | 375 | 167 | 400 | 298 | 2597 | 5523 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 735523 yards5050 metersCR 72.9Bogey 101.5Slope 121
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.1 · BR 51.5 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 50.0 · 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 73 |
| Handicap | 3 | 9 | 15 | 13 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 7 | 11 | — | 16 | 18 | 6 | 10 | 2 | 12 | 14 | 4 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 367 | 311 | 185 | 301 | 330 | 146 | 477 | 374 | 435 | 2926 | 238 | 417 | 120 | 301 | 281 | 375 | 167 | 400 | 298 | 2597 | 5523 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Skytop Lodge
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 profile56% match
For Red tees
Practice line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Precision34%
Aim13%
76% match
For Red tees
Pitch long distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills
Aim20%
Distance Control18%
Precision16%
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Get Started75% match
For Red tees
Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Scoring30%
Distance Control18%
Accuracy18%
11 Week Flagship Program for Skytop Lodge
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Skytop Lodge. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 5≤ 3 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 6≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Cup From Long Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control the loft: spin and height as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
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71% match
For Red tees
Stick to wedge line, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring31%
Accuracy23%
52% match
For Red tees
Control wedge loft, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min28 HCP5 drills
Trajectory25%
Scoring22%
Precision21%
74% match
For Red tees
Flop over hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Distance Control26%
Accuracy26%
Scoring23%
42% match
For Red tees
Control woods height, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min23 HCP4 drills
Trajectory28%
Mechanics23%
Precision22%
70% match
For Red tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Scoring28%
Aim19%
Distance Control19%
78% match
For Red tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control22%
Accuracy18%
Scoring14%
65% match
For Red tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
67% match
For Red tees
Stick approaches, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills
Accuracy27%
Alignment24%
Distance Control14%
58% match
For Red tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Distance Control31%
Aim24%
Precision23%
66% match
For Red tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control31%
Accuracy19%
Alignment15%
73% match
For Red tees
Feel the distance, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Dispersion17%
Precision15%
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Get Started74% match
For Red tees
Pick landing spot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring20%
Distance Control19%
42% match
For Red tees
Hit cups from afar, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills
Dispersion40%
Accuracy30%
Scoring8%
59% match
For Red tees
Fly over bunker, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills
Aim31%
Scoring29%
Accuracy24%
69% match
For Red tees
Pick your spot, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP3 drills
Scoring32%
Aim20%
Distance Control18%
42% match
For Red tees
See landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP5 drills
Scoring44%
Accuracy32%
Visualization24%
30% match
For Red tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision36%
Trajectory19%
Aim15%
77% match
For Red tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min0 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring28%
Precision13%
55% match
For Red tees
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Trajectory24%
Precision22%
Mechanics15%
78% match
For Red tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Scoring23%
Distance Control21%
Alignment15%
70% match
For Red tees
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring28%
Accuracy17%
Precision15%
65% match
For Red tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
57% match
For Red tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP8 drills
Accuracy31%
Scoring31%
Alignment13%
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Get Started65% match
For Red tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Aim21%
Scoring17%
53% match
For Red tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim28%
Alignment26%
Scoring26%
70% match
For Red tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Accuracy27%
Distance Control24%
Scoring16%
63% match
For Red tees
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills
Distance Control23%
Dispersion21%
Aim20%
76% match
For Red tees
Stop within 2 feet, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP8 drills
Accuracy29%
Scoring22%
Distance Control16%
54% match
For Red tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision31%
Trajectory13%
71% match
For Blue tees
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy18%
Visualization12%
71% match
For Blue tees
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control24%
Aim24%
Scoring16%
77% match
For Blue tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP7 drills
Distance Control24%
Precision16%
Scoring15%
70% match
For Blue tees
Consistent short iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
66% match
For Blue tees
Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
45% match
For Blue tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
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Get Started44% match
For Blue tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
66% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control32%
Scoring22%
Alignment20%
65% match
For Blue tees
Check setup, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Alignment23%
Accuracy22%
Scoring18%
65% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
72% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills
Distance Control33%
Accuracy16%
Alignment14%
57% match
For Blue tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim25%
Alignment22%
Precision19%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Skytop Lodge
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Skytop Lodge
Get answers to common questions about playing Skytop Lodge and what to expect.
How difficult is Skytop Lodge for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Skytop Lodge technically exacting. With a slope of 128.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 72.6 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Skytop Lodge?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6016 yards. The back tees extend to 6508.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Skytop Lodge?
With a course rating of 72.6 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 Skytop Lodge and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6508.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Skytop Lodge and how should I play it?
Skytop Lodge is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 Skytop Lodge strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 128.0 and yardage reaching 6508.0 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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