Rio Bravo Country Club Bakersfield, California
Rio Bravo Country Club is a par-72 private course in Bakersfield, California, playing 7,000 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 73.5 and slope of 133.
Course Overview
| Type | Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,000 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73.5 / 133 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Bakersfield, California, USA |
| Coordinates | 35.4047, -118.8372 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 7,000 | 72 | 73.5 | 133 |
| White | 6,557 | 72 | 78.5 | 138 |
| Gold | 6,202 | 72 | 76 | 135 |
| Red | 5,711 | 72 | 73.7 | 130 |
| White | 6,557 | 72 | 78.5 | 138 |
| Gold | 6,202 | 72 | 76 | 135 |
| Red | 5,711 | 72 | 73.7 | 130 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 73.5/133 | 406 | 384 | 578 | 424 | 222 | 553 | 413 | 192 | 374 | 3546 | 407 | 613 | 367 | 228 | 449 | 347 | 154 | 360 | 529 | 3454 | 7000 |
| White 78.5/138 | 373 | 368 | 557 | 404 | 190 | 529 | 390 | 163 | 356 | 3330 | 369 | 594 | 347 | 190 | 422 | 324 | 142 | 334 | 505 | 3227 | 6557 |
| Gold 76/135 | 362 | 352 | 546 | 354 | 158 | 509 | 380 | 152 | 417 | 3230 | 331 | 530 | 327 | 175 | 377 | 313 | 123 | 299 | 497 | 2972 | 6202 |
| Red 73.7/130 | 323 | 318 | 507 | 350 | 130 | 470 | 346 | 138 | 305 | 2887 | 316 | 525 | 309 | 163 | 373 | 278 | 109 | 294 | 457 | 2824 | 5711 |
| White 78.5/138 | 373 | 368 | 557 | 404 | 190 | 529 | 390 | 163 | 356 | 3330 | 369 | 594 | 347 | 190 | 422 | 324 | 142 | 334 | 505 | 3227 | 6557 |
| Gold 76/135 | 362 | 352 | 546 | 354 | 158 | 509 | 380 | 152 | 417 | 3230 | 331 | 530 | 327 | 175 | 377 | 313 | 123 | 299 | 497 | 2972 | 6202 |
| Red 73.7/130 | 323 | 318 | 507 | 350 | 130 | 470 | 346 | 138 | 305 | 2887 | 316 | 525 | 309 | 163 | 373 | 278 | 109 | 294 | 457 | 2824 | 5711 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 10 | 8 | 16 | 4 | 6 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 14 | 7 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 3 | 15 | 17 | 11 | 5 |
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 (7,000 yards, 73.5/133)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 11 (par 5, 613 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Gold (6,202 yards, 76/135)
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+: Red (5,711 yards, 73.7/130)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 16 (109 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 613 yards from the back tees, this par 5 is a true three-shot hole for most golfers.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 192 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The shortest par 3 at 154 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 413-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Rio Bravo Country Club?
Rio Bravo Country Club has a course rating of 73.5 and slope of 133 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 73.7 with a slope of 130.
How long is Rio Bravo Country Club?
From the back tees, Rio Bravo Country Club plays 7,000 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Rio Bravo Country Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 11, a 613-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Rio Bravo Country Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (7,000 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,711 yards).
Is Rio Bravo Country Club public or private?
Rio Bravo Country Club is a private golf course in Bakersfield, California. Access is restricted to members and their guests.
What courses are near Rio Bravo Country Club?
Nearby courses include Kern River Golf Course (Bakersfield), Bakersfield Country Club, Bakersfield Country Club (Bakersfield), Sundale Country Club (Bakersfield).
Is there a yardage book for Rio Bravo Country Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Rio Bravo Country Club 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 Rio Bravo Country Club 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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