45% match
For Black tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Thumper Pond Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
49
49 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
177
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Thumper Pond Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Thumper Pond 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
Distance Control 30%Scoring 19%Precision 18%Aim 17%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.
17.1
Average HCP
10.5
Minimum HCP
28.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Thumper Pond Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]
Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
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 Thumper Pond Golf Course.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
brad@thumperpond.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
300 Thumper Lodge Rd, Ottertail, MN 56571, USA
Course Description
Thumper Pond Resort is a family-oriented resort and golf destination in Ottertail, Minnesota, offering a range of leisure facilities including an 18-hole championship golf course and an indoor water park. The property features lodging, dining at Willy T’s Restaurant, event spaces for weddings and meetings, and RV park accommodations, positioning itself as a lakeside getaway for guests and groups. With multiple attractions and group travel options across its 250 wooded acres, it markets itself as a northern Minnesota family retreat for relaxation and recreation.
golf course • indoor waterpark • family resort • weddings • meetings and events • romantic getaways • lake country vacations • group travel • rv park • lakeside lodging • dining experiences • willy ts restaurant • golf simulator • conference venue • corporate retreats • golf • resort • water park • family activities • vacation • recreation • hospitality
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
2001
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.5(72 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 Thumper Pond Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Black
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course plays like a par four heavy challenge with long par fives spiking trouble, tougher on the back side where bogey risks climb and steady decisions face constant test.
G
Gold Tee
Gender: MalePar 726610 yards6044 metersCR 72.5Bogey 98.1Slope 138
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 47.9 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 50.2 · Slope 142
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 11 | 13 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 7 | — | 10 | 4 | 16 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 8 | 12 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 492 | 398 | 197 | 360 | 342 | 527 | 119 | 424 | 288 | 3147 | 393 | 432 | 407 | 183 | 550 | 191 | 392 | 414 | 501 | 3463 | 6610 |
B
Black Tee
Gender: FemalePar 726043 yards5526 metersCR 75.3Bogey 107.0Slope 135
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 52.4 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 38.3 · BR 54.6 · Slope 138
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 11 | 13 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 7 | — | 10 | 4 | 16 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 8 | 12 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 457 | 373 | 168 | 335 | 306 | 501 | 99 | 376 | 260 | 2875 | 374 | 393 | 351 | 158 | 507 | 163 | 367 | 394 | 461 | 3168 | 6043 |
G
Gray Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725342 yards4885 metersCR 71.5Bogey 101.3Slope 127
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 49.5 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 51.8 · Slope 131
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 11 | 13 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 7 | — | 10 | 4 | 16 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 8 | 12 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 377 | 326 | 153 | 318 | 262 | 436 | 90 | 346 | 211 | 2519 | 329 | 334 | 322 | 141 | 483 | 151 | 334 | 326 | 403 | 2823 | 5342 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Thumper Pond 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 49 Programs
% match to course practice profile53% match
For Black tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
75% match
For Black tees
Escape successfully, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP4 drills
Dispersion23%
Precision20%
Aim16%
66% match
For Black tees
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring25%
Distance Control19%
Alignment17%
12 Week Flagship Program for Thumper Pond Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Thumper Pond Golf Course. 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≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 6≤ 3 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 8≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Get Started43% match
For Black tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
72% match
For Black tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
68% match
For Black tees
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
75% match
For Black tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Dispersion27%
Distance Control25%
Scoring23%
78% match
For Black tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min34 HCP7 drills
Scoring24%
Distance Control24%
Aim20%
74% match
For Black tees
Pinpoint chips, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Precision23%
Aim20%
Distance Control18%
76% match
For Black tees
Feel the green, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim22%
Precision21%
56% match
For Black tees
Vary landing spot, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Distance Control38%
Alignment17%
Accuracy13%
65% match
For Black tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim32%
Alignment20%
Scoring20%
40% match
For Black tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Accuracy27%
Alignment20%
75% match
For Black tees
Vary landing spot, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP4 drills
Distance Control20%
Aim20%
Dispersion17%
65% match
For Black tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control37%
Aim13%
Accuracy13%
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Get Started40% match
For Gray tees
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion28%
Visualization27%
Accuracy20%
80% match
For Gray tees
Stop pitches near hole, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Distance Control19%
Aim16%
Precision16%
55% match
For Gray tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Distance Control43%
Alignment23%
Trajectory11%
79% match
For Gray tees
Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills
Precision23%
Distance Control22%
Aim14%
53% match
For Gray tees
Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Precision40%
Dispersion30%
Scoring25%
43% match
For Gray tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
65% match
For Gray tees
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
60% match
For Gray tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring23%
Alignment19%
Aim19%
61% match
For Gray tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Distance Control17%
Aim12%
72% match
For Gray tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
59% match
For Gray tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills
Scoring31%
Aim20%
Alignment17%
71% match
For Gray tees
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Dispersion23%
Aim23%
Scoring15%
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Get Started53% match
For Gray tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy27%
Scoring23%
Distance Control20%
88% match
For Gray tees
Stop on a dime, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills
Distance Control28%
Precision19%
Scoring17%
51% match
For Gray tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Scoring28%
Aim22%
Alignment18%
37% match
For Gold tees
Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim25%
Precision12%
48% match
For Gold tees
Chip from rough, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy27%
Distance Control20%
Scoring19%
72% match
For Gold tees
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
78% match
For Gold tees
Stop pitches near hole, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP8 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring20%
Dispersion14%
37% match
For Gold tees
Control driver arc, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min28 HCP6 drills
Trajectory32%
Precision27%
Mechanics23%
57% match
For Gold tees
Control wedge rollout, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min8 HCP9 drills
Distance Control43%
Scoring27%
Accuracy13%
66% match
For Gold tees
Consistent long iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring25%
Trajectory16%
45% match
For Gold tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
53% match
For Gold tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
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Get Started70% match
For Gold tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring29%
Aim23%
Distance Control21%
62% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control21%
Accuracy19%
Alignment19%
62% match
For Gold tees
Hit intended line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP3 drills
Aim41%
Precision21%
Dispersion14%
53% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment20%
Accuracy20%
54% match
For Gold tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim33%
Alignment24%
Scoring17%
47% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control36%
Accuracy27%
Alignment20%
77% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision24%
Dispersion14%
70% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision19%
Scoring14%
40% match
For Gold tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Thumper Pond Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Thumper Pond Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Thumper Pond Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Thumper Pond Golf Course presents a demanding test. The 138.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 72.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Thumper Pond Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5976 yards. The back tees extend to 6610.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Thumper Pond Golf Course?
With a course rating of 72.5 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 Thumper Pond Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6610.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Thumper Pond Golf Course 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 Thumper Pond Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 138.0 and yardage reaching 6610.0 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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