63% match
For Green tees
Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Links At Northfork
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
181
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
The Links At Northfork Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Links At Northfork, 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 29%Scoring 24%Precision 15%Accuracy 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.
15.8
Average HCP
8.8
Minimum HCP
29.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The Links At Northfork
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
Chip | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing 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 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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | 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. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Links At Northfork.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
manager@golfthelinks.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
9333 Alpine Dr, Ramsey, MN 55303, USA
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Joel Goldstrand
Opened
1991
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⭐4.5(359 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 The Links At Northfork, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Green
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers steady tests of wedge accuracy on shorter par fours paired with power needs on demanding par fives, while front nine slope heightens bogey risks on key holes. Scoring pressure builds from repeating par four decisions and scattered tough indexes.
B
Black Tee
Gender: FemalePar 726344 yards5801 metersCR 76.7Bogey 108.1Slope 134
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.3 · BR 54.4 · Slope 137
Back Nine · CR 38.4 · BR 53.7 · Slope 130
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 4 | 14 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 2 | — | 17 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 7 | 3 | — | — |
| Yardage | 494 | 385 | 381 | 160 | 335 | 375 | 125 | 415 | 479 | 3149 | 471 | 384 | 188 | 338 | 512 | 362 | 381 | 153 | 406 | 3195 | 6344 |
G
Gold Tee
Gender: FemalePar 726653 yards6084 metersCR 78.4Bogey 110.6Slope 137
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 39.1 · BR 55.6 · Slope 140
Back Nine · CR 39.3 · BR 55.0 · Slope 133
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 4 | 14 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 2 | — | 17 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 7 | 3 | — | — |
| Yardage | 515 | 405 | 395 | 175 | 340 | 400 | 140 | 425 | 500 | 3295 | 479 | 408 | 197 | 365 | 543 | 381 | 401 | 165 | 419 | 3358 | 6653 |
G
Green Tee
Gender: FemalePar 726989 yards6391 metersCR 80.3Bogey 113.4Slope 141
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 40.1 · BR 57.1 · Slope 144
Back Nine · CR 40.2 · BR 56.3 · Slope 137
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 4 | 14 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 2 | — | 17 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 7 | 3 | — | — |
| Yardage | 525 | 428 | 420 | 190 | 371 | 429 | 155 | 446 | 514 | 3478 | 490 | 426 | 207 | 380 | 557 | 403 | 440 | 176 | 432 | 3511 | 6989 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Links At Northfork
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 48 Programs
% match to course practice profile45% match
For Green tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started77% match
For Green tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Alignment19%
Accuracy17%
48% match
For Green tees
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
12 Week Flagship Program for The Links At Northfork
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Links At Northfork. 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≤ 3 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
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≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Hit the green with the perfect flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Vary your targets and hit them every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
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72% match
For Green tees
Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
43% match
For Green tees
Fade or draw mid irons, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min24 HCP5 drills
Trajectory28%
Mechanics27%
Precision18%
60% match
For Green tees
See landing and roll, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control30%
Visualization19%
47% match
For Green tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
63% match
For Green tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring31%
Aim23%
Alignment23%
68% match
For Green tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Accuracy24%
Alignment20%
64% match
For Green tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
71% match
For Green tees
Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Alignment16%
Scoring14%
53% match
For Green tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim35%
Scoring22%
Alignment20%
73% match
For Green tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control22%
Scoring18%
Accuracy18%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started80% match
For Green tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP5 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring18%
Precision18%
78% match
For Green tees
Feel the distance, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Distance Control36%
Accuracy22%
Scoring14%
65% match
For Gold tees
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Aim22%
Distance Control15%
51% match
For Gold tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP5 drills
Precision28%
Aim24%
Dispersion17%
76% match
For Gold tees
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP7 drills
Distance Control25%
Scoring17%
Dispersion14%
69% match
For Gold tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Scoring20%
Precision13%
82% match
For Gold tees
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring34%
Distance Control28%
Accuracy16%
67% match
For Gold tees
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
45% match
For Gold tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
47% match
For Gold tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
60% match
For Gold tees
Check clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Alignment28%
Aim24%
Scoring18%
83% match
For Gold tees
Turn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Scoring29%
Distance Control19%
Accuracy19%
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Get Started72% match
For Gold tees
Feel the distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP7 drills
Distance Control27%
Dispersion14%
Aim14%
57% match
For Gold tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control25%
Aim17%
78% match
For Gold tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control26%
Aim20%
55% match
For Gold tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy32%
Scoring22%
Alignment21%
64% match
For Gold tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
64% match
For Gold tees
Thread the needle, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills
Precision34%
Distance Control22%
Aim16%
65% match
For Black tees
Feel the green, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP5 drills
Distance Control31%
Alignment20%
Accuracy15%
73% match
For Black tees
Pick line and commit, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control24%
Precision13%
54% match
For Black tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills
Scoring47%
Distance Control31%
Visualization22%
79% match
For Black tees
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control26%
Accuracy15%
40% match
For Black tees
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision25%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory16%
74% match
For Black tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control19%
Dispersion13%
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Get Started44% match
For Black tees
Stick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-27 min17 HCP3 drills
Dispersion30%
Distance Control28%
Accuracy23%
52% match
For Black tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP4 drills
Distance Control26%
Dispersion26%
Visualization23%
66% match
For Black tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring22%
Alignment21%
Distance Control20%
67% match
For Black tees
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Scoring24%
Accuracy24%
Distance Control23%
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%
63% match
For Black tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills
Accuracy35%
Scoring22%
Distance Control15%
59% match
For Black tees
Pinpoint chips, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control22%
Aim13%
60% match
For Black tees
Get square, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Alignment25%
Aim25%
Scoring24%
70% match
For Black tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Accuracy18%
Precision16%
Scoring14%
72% match
For Black tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Dispersion15%
Scoring15%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at The Links At Northfork
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
United States
Utah Senior Women's Stroke Play Championship
5/6/2026
Stroke
WAGR
Senior
women
Open for registration
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Utah Senior Stroke Play Championship
5/6/2026
Stroke
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Senior
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Links At Northfork
Get answers to common questions about playing The Links At Northfork and what to expect.
How difficult is The Links At Northfork for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, The Links At Northfork challenges consistency. The slope of 141.0 places it firmly in the upper difficulty tier. The course rating of 80.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Links At Northfork?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6666 yards. The back tees extend to 6989.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at The Links At Northfork?
With a course rating of 80.3 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 The Links At Northfork and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6989.0 yards, it requires solid mid-to-long iron play.
What type of course is The Links At Northfork 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 The Links At Northfork strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 141.0 and yardage reaching 6989.0 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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