59% match
For Silver/Green Combo tees
Perfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Tahoe Donner Gc
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
194
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
Tahoe Donner Gc Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Tahoe Donner Gc, 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 25%Scoring 23%Precision 21%Aim 15%Dispersion 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.
15.9
Average HCP
9.3
Minimum HCP
27.9
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Tahoe Donner Gc
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b37cd6d6fdd2b5373ac3a_Slide84.PNG)
Putting27 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Y Area
Hit 15 balls to each Y area using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b34a820f7fd508a0ef596_Slide75.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
![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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Tahoe Donner Gc.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
golf@tahoedonner.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
12850 Northwoods Blvd, Truckee, CA 96161, USA
Course Description
Tahoe Donner Association is one of the largest homeowner's associations in the United States, established in 1971 in North Lake Tahoe, California. Spanning over 7,300 acres, it includes nearly 6,500 properties and serves approximately 25,000 members. Founded by Jack Kirby, the association was created to foster a family-friendly mountain community with accessible amenities, following the redevelopment of fire-damaged land.The association offers a variety of recreational facilities, including a downhill ski resort, a cross-country ski center, and a golf course. Additional amenities feature hiking trails, equestrian facilities, a fitness center, and dining options. Tahoe Donner provides membership-based access to its amenities, catering to families and outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy year-round mountain recreation. The community emphasizes its multi-generational appeal and hosts various events, making it a vibrant place for both full-time residents and second-home owners.
downhill ski • cross-country skiing • ski resort • grooming report • lift tickets • lessons • rentals • bikeworks • golf course • marina • northwoods clubhouse • snowplay • parking shuttles • trail map • masters programs • youth programs • pga junior league • community events • resort community • recreational facilities • outdoor activities • property ownership • community lifestyle • resorts
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Joseph B. Williams
Opened
1976
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.4(139 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 Tahoe Donner Gc, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Silver/Green Combo
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course plays like a par four proving ground where tee precision averts bogeys on tough ones while par fives mix birdie upside with layup care under firm overall scoring pressure from steep slope and bogey norms.
G
GREEN Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725616 yards5135 metersCR 72.9Bogey 104.4Slope 134
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 51.8 · Slope 132
Back Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 52.6 · Slope 136
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 2 | 14 | 6 | 16 | 10 | 8 | 18 | 4 | 12 | — | 1 | 5 | 15 | 9 | 7 | 11 | 13 | 17 | 3 | — | — |
| Yardage | 360 | 430 | 348 | 109 | 304 | 309 | 125 | 334 | 451 | 2770 | 349 | 409 | 121 | 282 | 334 | 447 | 367 | 158 | 379 | 2846 | 5616 |
S
Silver Tee
Gender: FemalePar 726572 yards6009 metersCR 77.6Bogey 112.2Slope 147
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 39.3 · BR 56.7 · Slope 148
Back Nine · CR 38.3 · BR 55.5 · Slope 146
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 2 | 14 | 6 | 16 | 10 | 8 | 18 | 4 | 12 | — | 1 | 5 | 15 | 9 | 7 | 11 | 13 | 17 | 3 | — | — |
| Yardage | 429 | 488 | 429 | 184 | 366 | 343 | 146 | 450 | 536 | 3371 | 390 | 446 | 139 | 309 | 373 | 501 | 442 | 202 | 399 | 3201 | 6572 |
S
Silver/Green Combo Tee
Gender: FemalePar 726002 yards5488 metersCR 74.9Bogey 107.5Slope 138
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.6 · BR 53.8 · Slope 137
Back Nine · CR 37.3 · BR 53.7 · Slope 139
| 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 2 | 14 | 6 | 16 | 10 | 8 | 18 | 4 | 12 | — | 1 | 5 | 15 | 9 | 7 | 11 | 13 | 17 | 3 | — | — |
| Yardage | 360 | 488 | 348 | 184 | 366 | 343 | 146 | 334 | 451 | 3020 | 349 | 446 | 139 | 309 | 334 | 501 | 367 | 158 | 379 | 2982 | 6002 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Tahoe Donner Gc
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 profile40% match
For Silver/Green Combo tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
79% match
For Silver/Green Combo tees
Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Distance Control20%
Aim18%
75% match
For Silver/Green Combo tees
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring22%
Alignment16%
12 Week Flagship Program for Tahoe Donner Gc
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Tahoe Donner Gc. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 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≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Check your setup: avoid hooks and slices
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 9≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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51% match
For Silver/Green Combo tees
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
46% match
For Silver/Green Combo tees
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
48% match
For Silver/Green Combo tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Scoring31%
Accuracy29%
Distance Control11%
71% match
For Silver/Green Combo tees
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
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For Silver/Green Combo tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
72% match
For Silver/Green Combo tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Scoring22%
Distance Control20%
Alignment20%
73% match
For Silver/Green Combo tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control17%
Precision16%
Scoring14%
70% match
For Silver/Green Combo tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
73% match
For Silver/Green Combo tees
Vary landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP6 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision24%
Alignment17%
67% match
For Silver/Green Combo tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim24%
Alignment22%
Scoring17%
70% match
For Silver/Green Combo tees
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring19%
Accuracy16%
80% match
For Silver/Green Combo tees
Stop on a dime, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control25%
Precision15%
Aim14%
82% match
For Silver/Green Combo tees
Stop on a dime, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min10 HCP5 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision25%
Dispersion14%
73% match
For Silver tees
Vary landing spot, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring13%
Aim13%
71% match
For Silver tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP6 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision28%
Aim11%
55% match
For Silver tees
Chip close, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Accuracy28%
Scoring19%
Distance Control14%
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Get Started21% match
For Silver tees
Consistent long iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
68% match
For Silver tees
Consistent long iron rollout, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
40% match
For Silver tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
47% match
For Silver tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
75% match
For Silver tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control27%
Alignment16%
Scoring16%
68% match
For Silver tees
Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Dispersion19%
Distance Control18%
Accuracy16%
70% match
For Silver tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
54% match
For Silver tees
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring29%
Accuracy22%
Aim13%
48% match
For Silver tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim35%
Alignment25%
Scoring25%
73% match
For Silver tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Aim16%
Dispersion16%
83% match
For Silver tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP6 drills
Distance Control25%
Scoring19%
Aim16%
23% match
For Silver tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP3 drills
Scoring44%
Accuracy32%
Visualization24%
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Get Started41% match
For Silver tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
69% match
For Silver tees
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
71% match
For Silver tees
Save par clutch, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
64% match
For Silver tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min11 HCP4 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring20%
58% match
For GREEN tees
Roll putts from varying distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Precision34%
Aim13%
46% match
For GREEN tees
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy26%
Distance Control9%
75% match
For GREEN tees
Escape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP7 drills
Dispersion23%
Aim22%
Scoring16%
51% match
For GREEN tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Scoring17%
Accuracy17%
Distance Control16%
71% match
For GREEN tees
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
37% match
For GREEN tees
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics26%
Trajectory20%
78% match
For GREEN tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Distance Control16%
40% match
For GREEN tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
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Get Started47% match
For GREEN tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Tahoe Donner Gc
Get answers to common questions about playing Tahoe Donner Gc and what to expect.
How difficult is Tahoe Donner Gc for mid-handicap golfers?
Tahoe Donner Gc presents a demanding test. The slope of 147.0 places it firmly in the upper difficulty tier. The course rating of 77.6 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Tahoe Donner Gc?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6094 yards. The back tees extend to 6572.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Tahoe Donner Gc?
With a course rating of 77.6 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 Tahoe Donner Gc and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6572.0 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Tahoe Donner Gc 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 Tahoe Donner Gc strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 147.0 and yardage reaching 6572.0 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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