Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy30%
Visualization25%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Whitetail Golf Resort
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
76
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
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+4 more
Whitetail Golf Resort Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Whitetail Golf Resort, 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 27%Precision 22%Distance Control 19%Accuracy 16%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.
19.1
Average HCP
13.6
Minimum HCP
34.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Whitetail Golf Resort
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Rough | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | 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 woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit 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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Rough | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Flat
Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Whitetail Golf Resort.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
golf@golfatwhitetail.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
11573 Blairs Valley Rd, Mercersburg, PA 17236, USA
Course Description
Whitetail Resort is a mountain ski and snowboard destination in the mid-Atlantic region, primarily serving the Pennsylvania area. The resort offers lift-access skiing and riding, lessons, rentals, dining, lodging, and various activities and events for visitors of all ages. It operates as part of the Epic Pass ecosystem and is associated with Vail Resorts, providing a family-friendly, year-round mountain experience with seasonal updates and maintenance. Whitetail focuses on accessible winter recreation, winter programs, and guest services to facilitate a complete mountain getaway.
skiing • snowboarding • lift tickets • ski lessons • ski rentals • night skiing • family friendly • epic pass • epic mountain rewards • pennsylvania ski resort • mid-atlantic mountains • winter activities • group events • lodge lodging • trail map • mountain safety • groomed trails • dining on mountain • winter sports • outdoor activities • recreation • equipment rental • entertainment
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Rick Robbins
Opened
2001
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.5(154 reviews)
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Whitetail Golf Resort
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 13 Programs
% match to course practice profileFocus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Aim24%
Alignment16%
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
Hit every fairway, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min12 HCP3 drills
Accuracy35%
Scoring23%
Distance Control22%
14 Week Flagship Program for Whitetail Golf Resort
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Whitetail Golf Resort. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Visualize the perfect chip, then make it happen
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days
Short Game · Flop
Check your clubface: does it match your target?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0
Week 9≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 10≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Tighten your spread: keep woods within 8 yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Feel the distance: control wedge rollout
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
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Check setup, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Alignment36%
Distance Control24%
Accuracy16%
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Get StartedLand close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim33%
Scoring21%
Alignment14%
Escape successfully, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP7 drills
Precision29%
Aim18%
Distance Control16%
Set up for high shot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Alignment31%
Distance Control27%
Accuracy25%
Consistent woods contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Trajectory28%
Precision27%
Center fairway hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision31%
Scoring14%
Consistent wedge length, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min13 HCP8 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring28%
Trajectory15%
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Whitetail Golf Resort
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 Whitetail Golf Resort
Get answers to common questions about playing Whitetail Golf Resort and what to expect.
How difficult is Whitetail Golf Resort for mid-handicap golfers?
Whitetail Golf Resort 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 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Whitetail Golf Resort?
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 Whitetail Golf Resort?
With a course rating of 70 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 Whitetail Golf Resort 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 Whitetail Golf Resort 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 Whitetail Golf Resort 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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