River Birch Golf Course Star, Idaho
River Birch Golf Course is a par-73 public course in Star, Idaho, playing 6,945 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 71.6 and slope of 114.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 73 (4 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 5 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,945 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 71.6 / 114 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Star, Idaho, USA |
| Coordinates | 43.7247, -116.4633 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,945 | 73 | 71.6 | 114 |
| Blue | 6,459 | 73 | 75 | 126 |
| White | 5,837 | 73 | 71.7 | 118 |
| Red | 5,108 | 73 | 68.1 | 110 |
| Blue | 6,459 | 73 | 75 | 126 |
| White | 5,837 | 73 | 71.7 | 118 |
| Red | 5,108 | 73 | 68.1 | 110 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 71.6/114 | 505 | 372 | 401 | 153 | 357 | 416 | 359 | 190 | 543 | 3296 | 524 | 470 | 410 | 210 | 186 | 506 | 413 | 342 | 588 | 3649 | 6945 |
| Blue 75/126 | 478 | 349 | 373 | 147 | 341 | 396 | 343 | 184 | 504 | 3115 | 490 | 434 | 361 | 185 | 177 | 468 | 381 | 317 | 531 | 3344 | 6459 |
| White 71.7/118 | 464 | 309 | 317 | 133 | 285 | 376 | 315 | 172 | 444 | 2815 | 452 | 368 | 344 | 152 | 156 | 426 | 346 | 301 | 477 | 3022 | 5837 |
| Red 68.1/110 | 440 | 243 | 253 | 114 | 274 | 342 | 279 | 153 | 410 | 2508 | 377 | 304 | 322 | 121 | 142 | 360 | 261 | 285 | 428 | 2600 | 5108 |
| Blue 75/126 | 478 | 349 | 373 | 147 | 341 | 396 | 343 | 184 | 504 | 3115 | 490 | 434 | 361 | 185 | 177 | 468 | 381 | 317 | 531 | 3344 | 6459 |
| White 71.7/118 | 464 | 309 | 317 | 133 | 285 | 376 | 315 | 172 | 444 | 2815 | 452 | 368 | 344 | 152 | 156 | 426 | 346 | 301 | 477 | 3022 | 5837 |
| Red 68.1/110 | 440 | 243 | 253 | 114 | 274 | 342 | 279 | 153 | 410 | 2508 | 377 | 304 | 322 | 121 | 142 | 360 | 261 | 285 | 428 | 2600 | 5108 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 73 |
| Hdcp | 4 | 14 | 8 | 18 | 12 | 6 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 9 | 1 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 7 | 5 | 17 | 3 |
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 (6,945 yards, 71.6/114)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 5 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 11 (par 4, 470 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (5,837 yards, 71.7/118)
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 (5,108 yards, 68.1/110)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 4 (114 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 470 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 153 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 588 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. At 543 yards, a pivotal par 5 that separates good rounds from great ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of River Birch Golf Course?
River Birch Golf Course has a course rating of 71.6 and slope of 114 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 68.1 with a slope of 110.
How long is River Birch Golf Course?
From the back tees, River Birch Golf Course plays 6,945 yards. The course is par 73 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 5 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at River Birch Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 11, a 470-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at River Birch Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,945 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,108 yards).
Is River Birch Golf Course public or private?
River Birch Golf Course is a public golf course in Star, Idaho. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near River Birch Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Legacy Golf Course, The Club at SpurWing Golf Course (Meridian), Banbury Golf Course (Eagle), Eagle Hills Golf Course (Eagle).
Is there a yardage book for River Birch Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for River Birch 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 River Birch 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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