Run the round

How to play Fairway Finder Gates

Step 1

Fairway-width gates at escalating range distances with rising point values.

Step 2

Judge the fairway result against the scoring rule before anyone resets.

Step 3

Reset the fairway setup, rotate evenly, and stop at the agreed finish condition.

Guide details

Run it cleanly

Scoring

How the result works

2-10 players, about 15-45 min at Driving Range Bay. Pick turns, keep driving range scoring visible, stop at target.

Example: Fairway-width gates at escalating range distances with rising point values.

Host tip

Keep it clean

Moving the start mark or changing score values after play begins. Keep one score card for the full round.

Safety: Keep the target lane and follow-through area clear, retrieve only after the attempt ends, and use venue-safe equipment.

Best for

Who it fits

2-10 who want a 15-45 min round.

Energy

Pace

Medium

Board Driving Range

Category Driving Range

Best for 2-10 who want a 15-45 min round.

Players 2-10

Time 15-45 min

Gear Clubs, range balls or a facility bucket, and a score note

Space Driving-range bay behind the hitting line

Energy Medium

Setup Start from Driving Range Board and tell the group the activity is Fairway Finder Gates.

Twist it

Variations to try

Quick mode: play one short timer round, record the result, then decide rematch or switch.
Team mode: split into two teams and rotate turns so mixed skill stays playable.

Moment fit

Use it in these hubs

Fairway Finder Gates also fits these setup-first pages when the group starts from the situation instead of the board.

Group share

Send the setup

We're playing Fairway Finder Gates from Studboards. Fairway-width gates at escalating range distances with rising point values. Fits: Players: 2-10 | Time: 15-45 min | Gear: Clubs, range balls or a facility bucket, and a score note Safety: Keep the target lane and follow-through area clear, retrieve only after the attempt ends, and use venue-safe equipment. View Idea: https://www.studboards.com/sports/driving-range/driving-range-fairway-finder-gates.html

Fairway Finder Gates

Quick start.