37% match
For 17 Black tees
Align body parallel to line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim22%
Stroke13%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Wild Turkey Trace
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
191
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
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+6 more
Wild Turkey Trace Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Wild Turkey Trace, 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 25%Scoring 24%Precision 17%Aim 16%Accuracy 16%
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.
20.5
Average HCP
11.8
Minimum HCP
33.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Wild Turkey Trace
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players 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.
Driving Range31 min
All woods (Hy to Dr) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Driving Range31 min
All Woods (Hy to Driver) | Strengths Discovery
Discover strengths amongst woods a go-to shots and clubs worth utilizing. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Wild Turkey Trace.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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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
1450 Fox Creek Rd, Lawrenceburg, KY 40342, USA
Course Description
Wild Turkey Trace is a 18-hole golf course located in central Kentucky, featuring a par-71 layout with Bent grass greens and Bermuda fairways. The course includes water hazards on multiple holes and 11 strategically placed sand bunkers, offering a challenging yet enjoyable round for players of all levels. In addition to golf, the venue operates the Sand Trap Bar & Grill, providing dining options for players and guests after a round. The site promotes events, tee-time bookings, and newsletters, aiming to attract local families and visitors seeking a complete Kentucky golf experience.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Bob Etherington
Opened
1966
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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 Wild Turkey Trace, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for 17 Black
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course tests steady tee shots into mid irons across par fours with back nine sharpening risks on longer tests and tougher ratings. Players face ongoing choices between position plays and par five reaches under scoring strain.
1
17 Black Tee
Gender: MalePar 716353 yards5809 metersCR 69.7Bogey 92.7Slope 122
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 44.9 · Slope 116
Back Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 47.8 · Slope 128
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 11 | 9 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 5 | 13 | 15 | — | 10 | 18 | 4 | 14 | 8 | 16 | 6 | 2 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 384 | 366 | 301 | 191 | 416 | 470 | 387 | 145 | 387 | 3047 | 497 | 374 | 397 | 138 | 525 | 159 | 394 | 448 | 374 | 3306 | 6353 |
1
17Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 716165 yards5637 metersCR 68.8Bogey 91.0Slope 118
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.6 · BR 44.3 · Slope 115
Back Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 46.7 · Slope 120
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 11 | 9 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 5 | 13 | 15 | — | 10 | 18 | 4 | 14 | 8 | 16 | 6 | 2 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 375 | 356 | 297 | 178 | 405 | 456 | 378 | 139 | 371 | 2955 | 487 | 363 | 387 | 131 | 515 | 152 | 381 | 433 | 361 | 3210 | 6165 |
1
17Junior Tee
Gender: MalePar 712852 yards2608 metersCR 53.8Bogey 67.3Slope 92
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 26.8 · BR 33.2 · Slope 86
Back Nine · CR 27.0 · BR 34.1 · Slope 97
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 11 | 9 | 17 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 5 | 13 | 15 | — | 10 | 18 | 4 | 14 | 8 | 16 | 6 | 2 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 207 | 191 | 177 | 85 | 182 | 208 | 143 | 59 | 181 | 1433 | 278 | 132 | 131 | 90 | 244 | 93 | 107 | 176 | 168 | 1419 | 2852 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Wild Turkey Trace
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 46 Programs
% match to course practice profile74% match
For 17 Black tees
Thread the gap, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring15%
41% match
For 17 Black tees
Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring47%
Accuracy28%
Visualization25%
59% match
For 17 Black tees
Fade or draw woods, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min20 HCP8 drills
Trajectory26%
Precision23%
Scoring18%
13 Week Flagship Program for Wild Turkey Trace
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Wild Turkey Trace. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 5≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Pace Putts To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 9≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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43% match
For 17 Black tees
Perfect short iron arc, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills
Trajectory29%
Mechanics26%
Precision20%
50% match
For 17 Black tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
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Get Started62% match
For 17 Black tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Aim30%
Precision14%
Alignment14%
60% match
For 17 Black tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Accuracy35%
Distance Control27%
Alignment18%
77% match
For 17 Black tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control20%
Scoring18%
Aim14%
58% match
For 17 Black tees
Feel the distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control41%
Precision11%
Alignment11%
76% match
For 17 Black tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring24%
Alignment18%
Aim17%
51% match
For 17 Black tees
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring30%
Visualization17%
67% match
For 17 Black tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
62% match
For 17 Black tees
Feel the green, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Distance Control35%
Aim16%
Alignment15%
24% match
For 17Blue tees
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
47% match
For 17Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills
Distance Control40%
Precision19%
Alignment18%
65% match
For 17Blue tees
Dial in aim, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP7 drills
Aim33%
Scoring20%
Precision15%
65% match
For 17Blue tees
Roll to tap-in range, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills
Scoring41%
Accuracy25%
Precision16%
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Get Started47% match
For 17Blue tees
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
34% match
For 17Blue tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
42% match
For 17Blue tees
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision27%
Mechanics19%
Trajectory17%
42% match
For 17Blue tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
43% match
For 17Blue tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
67% match
For 17Blue tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Alignment27%
Distance Control20%
Scoring20%
70% match
For 17Blue tees
Stick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy20%
Scoring18%
Aim14%
67% match
For 17Blue tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
63% match
For 17Blue tees
Pick landing spot, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Accuracy31%
Alignment18%
Scoring17%
71% match
For 17Blue tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Scoring40%
Distance Control30%
Accuracy11%
60% match
For 17Blue tees
Check clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Alignment32%
Distance Control20%
Aim18%
68% match
For 17Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy16%
Scoring12%
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Get Started67% match
For 17Blue tees
Feel the distance, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP7 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision16%
Dispersion15%
62% match
For 17Blue tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring21%
Distance Control11%
56% match
For 17Blue tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Distance Control30%
Accuracy30%
Alignment24%
50% match
For 17Junior tees
Practice line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP5 drills
Precision41%
Scoring35%
Aim8%
62% match
For 17Junior tees
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Aim30%
Distance Control18%
Alignment17%
50% match
For 17Junior tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring50%
Distance Control29%
Visualization21%
71% match
For 17Junior tees
Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring19%
Aim12%
57% match
For 17Junior tees
Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control18%
Dispersion18%
49% match
For 17Junior tees
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
67% match
For 17Junior tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring26%
Trajectory18%
66% match
For 17Junior tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control28%
Aim23%
Scoring22%
71% match
For 17Junior tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring24%
Accuracy20%
Distance Control11%
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Get Started67% match
For 17Junior tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
62% match
For 17Junior tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Accuracy34%
Alignment15%
Distance Control15%
51% match
For 17Junior tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Aim28%
Alignment27%
Scoring15%
67% match
For 17Junior tees
Pick landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Accuracy21%
Scoring17%
Aim14%
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wild Turkey Trace
Get answers to common questions about playing Wild Turkey Trace and what to expect.
How difficult is Wild Turkey Trace for mid-handicap golfers?
Wild Turkey Trace presents a demanding test. With a slope of 122.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 69.7 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Wild Turkey Trace?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4602 yards. The back tees extend to 6353.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Wild Turkey Trace?
With a course rating of 69.7 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Wild Turkey Trace and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6353.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Wild Turkey Trace and how should I play it?
Wild Turkey Trace is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 Wild Turkey Trace strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 122.0 and yardage reaching 6353.0 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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