Rivers Edge Golf Course (Needles Municipal) Needles, California
Rivers Edge Golf Course (Needles Municipal) is a par-71 municipal course in Needles, California, playing 6,460 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 70.4 and slope of 116.
Course Overview
| Type | Municipal |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,460 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 70.4 / 116 |
| Tee Options | 4 |
| Location | Needles, California, USA |
| Coordinates | 34.8419, -114.6006 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,460 | 5,907 | 71 | 70.4 | 116 |
| White | 6,156 | 5,629 | 71 | 69.1 | 113 |
| Gold | 5,698 | 5,210 | 71 | 66.8 | 108 |
| Red | 5,412 | 4,949 | 71 | 65.3 | 105 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 70.4/116 | 511 | 402 | 491 | 387 | 158 | 378 | 398 | 312 | 210 | 3247 | 188 | 548 | 146 | 385 | 405 | 403 | 396 | 551 | 191 | 3213 | 6460 |
| White 69.1/113 | 495 | 383 | 451 | 375 | 146 | 372 | 385 | 307 | 190 | 3104 | 182 | 532 | 142 | 375 | 387 | 392 | 377 | 488 | 177 | 3052 | 6156 |
| Gold 66.8/108 | 465 | 346 | 417 | 340 | 142 | 361 | 379 | 300 | 155 | 2905 | 161 | 491 | 134 | 340 | 365 | 365 | 348 | 430 | 159 | 2793 | 5698 |
| Red 65.3/105 | 464 | 338 | 415 | 333 | 134 | 355 | 317 | 282 | 148 | 2786 | 154 | 420 | 131 | 330 | 315 | 360 | 342 | 424 | 150 | 2626 | 5412 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 13 | 3 | 15 | 11 | 17 | 1 | 7 | 9 | 5 | 16 | 8 | 18 | 12 | 2 | 4 | 10 | 14 | 6 |
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 (6,460 yards, 70.4/116)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 6 (par 4, 378 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,156 yards, 69.1/113)
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 (5,412 yards, 65.3/105)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 12 (131 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 378 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 146 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 551 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 405-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Rivers Edge Golf Course (Needles Municipal)?
Rivers Edge Golf Course (Needles Municipal) has a course rating of 70.4 and slope of 116 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 65.3 with a slope of 105.
How long is Rivers Edge Golf Course (Needles Municipal)?
From the back tees, Rivers Edge Golf Course (Needles Municipal) plays 6,460 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Rivers Edge Golf Course (Needles Municipal)?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 6, a 378-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Rivers Edge Golf Course (Needles Municipal)?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,460 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,412 yards).
Is Rivers Edge Golf Course (Needles Municipal) public or private?
Rivers Edge Golf Course (Needles Municipal) is a municipal golf course in Needles, California. Tee times are available to the public. This is a municipally operated course.
What courses are near Rivers Edge Golf Course (Needles Municipal)?
Nearby courses include El Rio Golf & Country Club (Mohave Valley), Los Lagos Golf Course (Fort Mohave), Los Lagos Golf Club, Huukan Golf Club (ex Desert Lakes Golf Course) (Fort Mohave).
Is there a yardage book for Rivers Edge Golf Course (Needles Municipal)?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Rivers Edge Golf Course (Needles Municipal) 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 Rivers Edge Golf Course (Needles Municipal) 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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