Align eyes over the ball, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim36%
Stroke17%
Scoring14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Timberline Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
80
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Timberline Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Timberline, 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 28%Accuracy 15%Precision 13%Dispersion 13%
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.
13.4
Average HCP
7.8
Minimum HCP
30.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Timberline
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Timberline.
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
4590 Cave Falls Road
Course Description
Timberline Golf is a year-round recreational destination in Ashton, Idaho, featuring a nine-hole golf course set among Ponderosa pines and quaking aspens. The site offers RV camping with power and water, cabin and condo rentals, and golf cart rentals, along with a Trapline Sports Park and winter activities like snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. The clubhouse provides a restaurant and full bar, plus catering services for weddings, anniversaries, and tournaments. Located along Highway 47, Timberline Golf serves both summer and winter guests seeking golf, lodging, and family-friendly outdoor recreation.
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
35
Type
Parkland
Opened
1999
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Timberline
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 16 Programs
% match to course practice profileControl pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
Land inside 2 feet, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Scoring39%
Accuracy32%
Visualization8%
12 Week Flagship Program for Timberline
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Timberline. 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 · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Focus Aim For 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Week 3≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Get Square for Success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 6 days
Short Game · Pitch
Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for success?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Thread the needle: roll your Bump'n'Run to tap-in range
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Challenge: eliminate off-target woods shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Improve Driver Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Wedge Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Leave tap-ins, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min9 HCP7 drills
Distance Control32%
Scoring31%
Accuracy22%
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Get StartedAvoid bunkers with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Dispersion23%
Accuracy20%
Check clubface, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP6 drills
Distance Control28%
Alignment25%
Accuracy25%
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
Convert every opportunity, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP3 drills
Distance Control50%
Trajectory25%
Dispersion10%
Check setup, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Alignment34%
Distance Control18%
Scoring14%
Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision19%
Alignment19%
Distance Control14%
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control26%
Trajectory17%
Center fairway hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision31%
Scoring14%
Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
Control mid iron rollout, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min15 HCP8 drills
Distance Control37%
Scoring22%
Dispersion14%
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Timberline
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2026 TimberStone Association Only Fee
3/6/2026
Stroke
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Shamrock Scramble
3/17/2026
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March Men's Stroke Play
3/21/2026
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Battle for the Axe
4/1/2026
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April Men's Stroke Play
4/11/2026
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2026 Men's Spring League
4/21/2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Timberline
Get answers to common questions about playing Timberline and what to expect.
How difficult is Timberline for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Timberline challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Timberline?
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 Timberline?
With a course rating of 70 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Timberline and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Timberline 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 Timberline 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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