Control rollout, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Distance Control36%
Aim16%
Accuracy13%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Highlands at Gearhart
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
52
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
9
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Precision
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlPrecision+3 more
The Highlands Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Highlands, 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 26%Distance Control 25%Precision 17%Aim 15%Trajectory 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.
10.9
Average HCP
6.6
Minimum HCP
22.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The Highlands
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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
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 | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range30 min
Driver | 5 Ball Flights Challenge
Complete the 5 Ball Flights Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Opposite Shots Challenge
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Highlands.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
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
1 Highland Road
Course Description
Highlands Golf Club is a public nine-hole golf course located in Gearhart, Oregon on the Oregon Coast. The facility offers tee times online, lessons with a PGA head professional, club fittings, and seasonal specials, catering to local players and visitors. It features ocean views, weekday and weekend rates, and hosts events with partnerships with local vendors and beer providers. The club provides driving range and practice facilities, push carts, and rental sets, serving golf enthusiasts in the Gearhart area and beyond.
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
31
Type
Parkland
Architect
George Marshall
Opened
1987
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Highlands
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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% match to course practice profilePrecision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP5 drills
Precision34%
Aim23%
Distance Control15%
Avoid bunkers with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Dispersion23%
Accuracy20%
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
9 Week Flagship Program for The Highlands
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Highlands. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 9 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Short Game · Flop
Land Flop Shots Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Pinpoint Chips for Tap-Ins
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Week 4≤ 3 days
Short Game · Sand
Land 2–3 Feet From Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Week 5≤ 4 days
Short Game · Sand
Land 2 Feet From Hole
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 8.0
Week 6≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Get Up-And-Down From Every Chip
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Week 7≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Long Iron Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Reduce Misses With Short Irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Master the art of length: no more short or over drives
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0
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Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control24%
Precision16%
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP3 drills
Distance Control18%
Precision18%
Aim15%
Land 2 feet away, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min8 HCP4 drills
Scoring19%
Precision19%
Dispersion17%
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Get StartedFlop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim37%
Alignment33%
Scoring30%
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision22%
Distance Control15%
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring26%
Trajectory20%
Distance Control16%
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Prepare for Tournaments at The Highlands
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 The Highlands
Get answers to common questions about playing The Highlands and what to expect.
How difficult is The Highlands for mid-handicap golfers?
The Highlands is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 31.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Highlands?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6000 yards. The back tees extend to 6500 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at The Highlands?
With a course rating of 70 and par 31, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 31 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is The Highlands and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is The Highlands and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 The Highlands strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 120 and yardage reaching 6500 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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