River Heights Golf Course Dekalb, Illinois
River Heights Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Dekalb, Illinois, playing 6,428 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 71 and slope of 129.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,428 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 71 / 129 |
| Tee Options | 5 |
| Location | Dekalb, Illinois, USA |
| Coordinates | 41.9138, -88.7691 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,428 | 72 | 71 | 129 |
| White | 6,108 | 72 | 69.5 | 125 |
| Gold | 5,454 | 70 | 72 | 121 |
| Gold | 5,454 | 70 | 72 | 121 |
| Red | 5,166 | 70 | 70.4 | 118 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 71/129 | 382 | 399 | 532 | 201 | 374 | 503 | 119 | 367 | 340 | 3217 | 223 | 168 | 287 | 382 | 405 | 371 | 498 | 471 | 406 | 3211 | 6428 |
| White 69.5/125 | 374 | 373 | 520 | 174 | 360 | 460 | 110 | 359 | 332 | 3062 | 195 | 160 | 267 | 365 | 391 | 358 | 480 | 451 | 379 | 3046 | 6108 |
| Gold 72/121 | 329 | 323 | 415 | 166 | 315 | 440 | 105 | 312 | 310 | 2715 | 143 | 142 | 250 | 356 | 348 | 330 | 418 | 402 | 350 | 2739 | 5454 |
| Gold 72/121 | 329 | 323 | 415 | 166 | 315 | 440 | 105 | 312 | 310 | 2715 | 143 | 142 | 250 | 356 | 348 | 330 | 418 | 402 | 350 | 2739 | 5454 |
| Red 70.4/118 | 324 | 323 | 415 | 118 | 309 | 295 | 105 | 312 | 310 | 2511 | 143 | 133 | 240 | 346 | 338 | 292 | 418 | 395 | 350 | 2655 | 5166 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 7 | 12 | 1 | 14 | 5 | 4 | 18 | 11 | 15 | 2 | 16 | 17 | 9 | 3 | 13 | 8 | 6 | 10 |
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 (6,428 yards, 71/129)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 3 (par 5, 532 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,108 yards, 69.5/125)
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 (5,166 yards, 70.4/118)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 7 (105 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 532 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 119 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A challenging par 3 at 223 yards.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of River Heights Golf Course?
River Heights Golf Course has a course rating of 71 and slope of 129 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 70.4 with a slope of 118.
How long is River Heights Golf Course?
From the back tees, River Heights Golf Course plays 6,428 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at River Heights Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 3, a 532-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at River Heights Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,428 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,166 yards).
Is River Heights Golf Course public or private?
River Heights Golf Course is a public golf course in Dekalb, Illinois. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near River Heights Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Buena Vista Golf Course, Kishwaukee Country Club, Sycamore Golf Club, Black Sheep Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for River Heights Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for River Heights 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 Heights 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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