El Rio Golf Course Tucson, Arizona
El Rio Golf Course is a par-70 public course in Tucson, Arizona, playing 6,295 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 69.4 and slope of 124.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 70 (4 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 2 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,295 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 69.4 / 124 |
| Tee Options | 9 |
| Location | Tucson, Arizona, USA |
| Coordinates | 32.2390, -110.9980 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,295 | 70 | 69.4 | 124 |
| White | 5,922 | 70 | 73.1 | 123 |
| Combo | 5,700 | 70 | 72.4 | 122 |
| Red | 5,238 | 70 | 69.1 | 113 |
| White | 5,922 | 70 | 73.1 | 123 |
| Combo | 5,700 | 70 | 72.4 | 122 |
| Red/White Combo | 5,645 | 70 | 71.7 | 117 |
| Red | 5,238 | 70 | 69.1 | 113 |
| Silver | 4,625 | 70 | 65.3 | 107 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 69.4/124 | 386 | 394 | 416 | 110 | 437 | 179 | 370 | 342 | 506 | 3140 | 344 | 437 | 335 | 195 | 316 | 358 | 404 | 210 | 556 | 3155 | 6295 |
| White 73.1/123 | 370 | 370 | 389 | 96 | 396 | 152 | 357 | 329 | 495 | 2954 | 306 | 415 | 315 | 179 | 304 | 358 | 380 | 193 | 518 | 2968 | 5922 |
| Combo 72.4/122 | 378 | 341 | 367 | 103 | 361 | 145 | 356 | 334 | 458 | 2843 | 344 | 352 | 334 | 187 | 309 | 357 | 338 | 176 | 460 | 2857 | 5700 |
| Red 69.1/113 | 314 | 330 | 355 | 75 | 353 | 140 | 327 | 306 | 452 | 2652 | 275 | 373 | 301 | 156 | 242 | 272 | 339 | 168 | 460 | 2586 | 5238 |
| White 73.1/123 | 370 | 370 | 389 | 96 | 396 | 152 | 357 | 329 | 495 | 2954 | 306 | 415 | 315 | 179 | 304 | 358 | 380 | 193 | 518 | 2968 | 5922 |
| Combo 72.4/122 | 378 | 341 | 367 | 103 | 361 | 145 | 356 | 334 | 458 | 2843 | 344 | 352 | 334 | 187 | 309 | 357 | 338 | 176 | 460 | 2857 | 5700 |
| Red/White Combo 71.7/117 | 370 | 370 | 355 | 96 | 353 | 152 | 357 | 329 | 452 | 2834 | 306 | 382 | 315 | 179 | 304 | 358 | 339 | 168 | 460 | 2811 | 5645 |
| Red 69.1/113 | 314 | 330 | 355 | 75 | 353 | 140 | 327 | 306 | 452 | 2652 | 275 | 373 | 301 | 156 | 242 | 272 | 339 | 168 | 460 | 2586 | 5238 |
| Silver 65.3/107 | 314 | 316 | 267 | 72 | 214 | 118 | 264 | 274 | 437 | 2276 | 258 | 302 | 284 | 127 | 224 | 262 | 320 | 157 | 415 | 2349 | 4625 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 12 | 6 | 4 | 18 | 2 | 16 | 8 | 14 | 10 | 13 | 1 | 17 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 9 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Multiply your handicap index by 28 and add it to par. If the result exceeds the total yardage divided by 100, move up one tee.
Handicap 0-10: Blue (6,295 yards, 69.4/124)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 2 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 11 (par 4, 437 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Red/White Combo (5,645 yards, 71.7/117)
This tee gives you a realistic chance to reach greens in regulation without brutal carries. Course management is key. Identify trouble spots and plan your misses to the safe side. Use the strokes gained data to find where you're leaving shots on the table.
Handicap 20+: Silver (4,625 yards, 65.3/107)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 4 (72 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Number 1 handicap hole. At 437 yards this is one of the longest par 4s on the course and demands a strong drive.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 110 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 556 yards. Reachable in two for scratch golfers but a true three-shot hole for most. The smart play is two accurate shots to within wedge range.
The #2 handicap hole. A 437-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of El Rio Golf Course?
El Rio Golf Course has a course rating of 69.4 and slope of 124 from the back tees. From the Silver tees, the rating is 65.3 with a slope of 107.
How long is El Rio Golf Course?
From the back tees, El Rio Golf Course plays 6,295 yards. The course is par 70 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 2 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at El Rio Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 11, a 437-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at El Rio Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,295 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Silver tees (4,625 yards).
Is El Rio Golf Course public or private?
El Rio Golf Course is a public golf course in Tucson, Arizona. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near El Rio Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Silverbell Golf Course (Tucson), Starr Pass Golf Course, Quail Canyon Golf Course (Tucson), La Paloma Golf Club (Tucson).
Is there a yardage book for El Rio Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for El Rio Golf Course with hole-by-hole maps, shot dispersion analysis, strokes gained heatmaps, and club recommendations tailored to your handicap and distances. You can view it online or download a printable PDF.
Does El Rio Golf Course have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs a 1,000-shot Monte Carlo simulation on every hole, factoring in your handicap, club distances, shot shape, and the actual hazard layout. The model recommends the best club and target for each shot.
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