River Road Golf Club Iowa
River Road Golf Club is a par-70 public course in Iowa, playing 6,254 yards from the 2018 Blue tees with a rating of 70.4 and slope of 126.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 70 (6 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,254 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 70.4 / 126 |
| Tee Options | 3 |
| Location | Iowa, USA |
| Coordinates | 43.1065, -94.2220 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Blue | 6,254 | 5,719 | 70 | 70.4 | 126 |
| 2018 White | 5,850 | 5,349 | 69 | 68.4 | 122 |
| 2018 Red | 5,216 | 4,770 | 69 | 65.6 | 109 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Blue 70.4/126 | 315 | 471 | 449 | 171 | 562 | 205 | 551 | 180 | 384 | 3288 | 194 | 469 | 341 | 351 | 192 | 354 | 172 | 543 | 350 | 2966 | 6254 |
| 2018 White 68.4/122 | 290 | 465 | 427 | 154 | 542 | 176 | 530 | 161 | 361 | 3106 | 177 | 442 | 323 | 332 | 140 | 334 | 149 | 522 | 325 | 2744 | 5850 |
| 2018 Red 65.6/109 | 260 | 445 | 401 | 126 | 524 | 150 | 505 | 129 | 318 | 2858 | 142 | 408 | 300 | 267 | 84 | 257 | 127 | 497 | 276 | 2358 | 5216 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 34 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 9 | 2 | 5 | 6 | 1 | 8 | 4 | 7 | 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: 2018 Blue (6,254 yards, 70.4/126)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 5 (par 5, 562 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: 2018 White (5,850 yards, 68.4/122)
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+: 2018 Red (5,216 yards, 65.6/109)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 4 (126 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 562 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 only 315 yards, aggressive players may consider going for the green off the tee.
The shortest par 3 at 171 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. At 471 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 Road Golf Club?
River Road Golf Club has a course rating of 70.4 and slope of 126 from the back tees. From the 2018 Red tees, the rating is 65.6 with a slope of 109.
How long is River Road Golf Club?
From the back tees, River Road Golf Club plays 6,254 yards. The course is par 70 with 18 holes (6 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at River Road Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 5, a 562-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at River Road Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the 2018 Blue tees (6,254 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the 2018 Red tees (5,216 yards).
Is River Road Golf Club public or private?
River Road Golf Club is a public golf course in Iowa. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near River Road Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Algona Country Club, Spring Valley Golf Course, North Kossuth Golf Club, Hillside Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for River Road Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for River Road Golf 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 River Road Golf 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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