River Valley Golf Course Adel, Iowa
River Valley Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Adel, Iowa, playing 6,684 yards from the Gold tees with a rating of 72 and slope of 124.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,684 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72 / 124 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Adel, Iowa, USA |
| Coordinates | 41.6484, -94.0290 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 6,684 | 72 | 72 | 124 |
| Black | 6,275 | 72 | 76.5 | 129 |
| White | 5,184 | 72 | 70.1 | 116 |
| Blue-White | 3,311 | 54 | 59.1 | 92 |
| Black | 6,275 | 72 | 76.5 | 129 |
| White | 5,184 | 72 | 70.1 | 116 |
| Blue-White | 3,311 | 54 | 59.1 | 92 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold 72/124 | 393 | 515 | 180 | 413 | 535 | 388 | 364 | 388 | 168 | 3344 | 359 | 498 | 160 | 413 | 382 | 427 | 200 | 542 | 359 | 3340 | 6684 |
| Black 76.5/129 | 369 | 500 | 165 | 382 | 520 | 365 | 344 | 363 | 141 | 3149 | 350 | 472 | 140 | 395 | 362 | 365 | 190 | 515 | 337 | 3126 | 6275 |
| White 70.1/116 | 320 | 408 | 130 | 315 | 405 | 300 | 266 | 295 | 120 | 2559 | 285 | 405 | 111 | 364 | 295 | 325 | 150 | 410 | 280 | 2625 | 5184 |
| Blue-White 59.1/92 | 200 | 200 | 130 | 200 | 200 | 200 | 200 | 200 | 120 | 1650 | 200 | 200 | 111 | 200 | 200 | 200 | 150 | 200 | 200 | 1661 | 3311 |
| Black 76.5/129 | 369 | 500 | 165 | 382 | 520 | 365 | 344 | 363 | 141 | 3149 | 350 | 472 | 140 | 395 | 362 | 365 | 190 | 515 | 337 | 3126 | 6275 |
| White 70.1/116 | 320 | 408 | 130 | 315 | 405 | 300 | 266 | 295 | 120 | 2559 | 285 | 405 | 111 | 364 | 295 | 325 | 150 | 410 | 280 | 2625 | 5184 |
| Blue-White 59.1/92 | 200 | 200 | 130 | 200 | 200 | 200 | 200 | 200 | 120 | 1650 | 200 | 200 | 111 | 200 | 200 | 200 | 150 | 200 | 200 | 1661 | 3311 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 5 | 17 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 9 | 15 | 11 | 7 | 14 | 18 | 12 | 4 | 10 | 16 | 6 | 8 | 2 |
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: Gold (6,684 yards, 72/124)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 5 (par 5, 535 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (5,184 yards, 70.1/116)
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+: Blue-White (3,311 yards, 59.1/92)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 12 (111 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 535 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. Play smart and take your par or better.
The longest hole on the course at 542 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 160 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 359-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of River Valley Golf Course?
River Valley Golf Course has a course rating of 72 and slope of 124 from the back tees. From the Blue-White tees, the rating is 59.1 with a slope of 92.
How long is River Valley Golf Course?
From the back tees, River Valley Golf Course plays 6,684 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 Valley Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 5, a 535-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at River Valley Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Gold tees (6,684 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Blue-White tees (3,311 yards).
Is River Valley Golf Course public or private?
River Valley Golf Course is a public golf course in Adel, Iowa. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near River Valley Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Sugar Creek Golf Course (Waukee), Des Moines Golf & Country Club (West Des Moines), Beaver Creek Golf Club, Urbandale Golf & Country Club.
Is there a yardage book for River Valley Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for River Valley 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 Valley 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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