Riviera Country Club Pacific Palisades, California
Riviera Country Club is a par-71 private course in Pacific Palisades, California, playing 7,400 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 75.6 and slope of 137.
Course Overview
| Type | Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,400 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 75.6 / 137 |
| Tee Options | 11 |
| Location | Pacific Palisades, California, USA |
| Coordinates | 34.0453, -118.5022 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 7,400 | 71 | 75.6 | 137 |
| Blue | 7,040 | 71 | 74.6 | 135 |
| White | 6,526 | 74 | 79.3 | 149 |
| Green | 6,136 | 74 | 76.8 | 143 |
| Gold | 5,700 | 74 | 74.4 | 136 |
| Red | 5,348 | 71 | 68.3 | 120 |
| White | 6,526 | 74 | 79.3 | 149 |
| Green | 6,136 | 74 | 76.8 | 143 |
| Combo | 5,835 | 74 | 75.1 | 138 |
| Gold | 5,700 | 74 | 74.4 | 136 |
| Forward | 5,348 | 74 | 72.1 | 132 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 75.6/137 | 523 | 491 | 454 | 256 | 439 | 189 | 428 | 436 | 440 | 3656 | 335 | 603 | 430 | 458 | 202 | 463 | 186 | 596 | 471 | 3744 | 7400 |
| Blue 74.6/135 | 503 | 471 | 434 | 236 | 419 | 169 | 408 | 416 | 420 | 3476 | 315 | 583 | 410 | 438 | 182 | 443 | 166 | 576 | 451 | 3564 | 7040 |
| White 79.3/149 | 497 | 438 | 405 | 223 | 408 | 150 | 370 | 375 | 406 | 3272 | 301 | 509 | 367 | 406 | 159 | 430 | 148 | 512 | 422 | 3254 | 6526 |
| Green 76.8/143 | 466 | 408 | 371 | 193 | 390 | 142 | 345 | 350 | 395 | 3060 | 261 | 493 | 325 | 380 | 153 | 415 | 138 | 500 | 411 | 3076 | 6136 |
| Gold 74.4/136 | 456 | 391 | 364 | 186 | 386 | 133 | 314 | 285 | 386 | 2901 | 245 | 454 | 317 | 354 | 142 | 411 | 125 | 420 | 331 | 2799 | 5700 |
| Red 68.3/120 | 412 | 391 | 290 | 140 | 330 | 133 | 314 | 285 | 386 | 2681 | 210 | 454 | 284 | 290 | 142 | 411 | 125 | 420 | 331 | 2667 | 5348 |
| White 79.3/149 | 497 | 438 | 405 | 223 | 408 | 150 | 370 | 375 | 406 | 3272 | 301 | 509 | 367 | 406 | 159 | 430 | 148 | 512 | 422 | 3254 | 6526 |
| Green 76.8/143 | 466 | 408 | 371 | 193 | 390 | 142 | 345 | 350 | 395 | 3060 | 261 | 493 | 325 | 380 | 153 | 415 | 138 | 500 | 411 | 3076 | 6136 |
| Combo 75.1/138 | 456 | 391 | 364 | 186 | 386 | 133 | 314 | 285 | 386 | 2901 | 261 | 493 | 317 | 354 | 142 | 411 | 125 | 500 | 331 | 2934 | 5835 |
| Gold 74.4/136 | 456 | 391 | 364 | 186 | 386 | 133 | 314 | 285 | 386 | 2901 | 245 | 454 | 317 | 354 | 142 | 411 | 125 | 420 | 331 | 2799 | 5700 |
| Forward 72.1/132 | 412 | 391 | 290 | 140 | 330 | 133 | 314 | 285 | 386 | 2681 | 210 | 454 | 284 | 290 | 142 | 411 | 125 | 420 | 331 | 2667 | 5348 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 71 |
| Hdcp | 17 | 1 | 7 | 9 | 5 | 15 | 11 | 13 | 3 | 16 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 4 |
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: Black (7,400 yards, 75.6/137)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 2 (par 4, 491 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,526 yards, 79.3/149)
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+: Forward (5,348 yards, 72.1/132)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 16 (125 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 491 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 202 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 603 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 shortest par 3 at 186 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 463-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Riviera Country Club?
Riviera Country Club has a course rating of 75.6 and slope of 137 from the back tees. From the Forward tees, the rating is 72.1 with a slope of 132.
How long is Riviera Country Club?
From the back tees, Riviera Country Club plays 7,400 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 11 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Riviera Country Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 2, a 491-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Riviera Country Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (7,400 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Forward tees (5,348 yards).
Is Riviera Country Club public or private?
Riviera Country Club is a private golf course in Pacific Palisades, California. Access is restricted to members and their guests.
What courses are near Riviera Country Club?
Nearby courses include Brentwood Country Club, Penmar Municipal Golf Course (Venice), Los Angeles Country Club (Los Angeles), Hillcrest Country Club (Los Angeles).
Is there a yardage book for Riviera Country Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Riviera 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 Riviera 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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