River View Golf Course Iowa
River View Golf Course is a par-144 public course in Iowa, playing 3,648 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 59.6 and slope of 96.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 144 (14 par 3s, 4 par 4s, 0 par 5s) |
| Length | 3,648 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 59.6 / 96 |
| Tee Options | 3 |
| Location | Iowa, USA |
| Coordinates | 43.3547, -94.7828 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 3,648 | 58 | 59.6 | 96 |
| White | 3,448 | 58 | 59 | 94 |
| Red | 3,528 | 60 | 60.4 | 95 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 59.6/96 | 300 | 166 | 191 | 187 | 137 | 240 | 147 | 356 | 100 | 1824 | 300 | 166 | 191 | 187 | 137 | 240 | 147 | 356 | 100 | 1824 | 3648 |
| White 59/94 | 280 | 159 | 178 | 174 | 126 | 234 | 138 | 341 | 94 | 1724 | 280 | 159 | 178 | 174 | 126 | 234 | 138 | 341 | 94 | 1724 | 3448 |
| Red 60.4/95 | 289 | 157 | 165 | 172 | 122 | 256 | 135 | 377 | 91 | 1764 | 289 | 157 | 165 | 172 | 122 | 256 | 135 | 377 | 91 | 1764 | 3528 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 29 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 29 | 58 |
| Hdcp | 9 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 13 | 15 | 11 | 1 | 17 | 10 | 8 | 4 | 6 | 14 | 16 | 12 | 2 | 18 |
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 (3,648 yards, 59.6/96)
The back tees offer the full test. and respect the #1 handicap hole 8 (par 4, 356 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Red (3,528 yards, 60.4/95)
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+: White (3,448 yards, 59/94)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 9 (94 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 356 yards it requires two solid shots to find the green.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 100 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The shortest par 3 at 100 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 356-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of River View Golf Course?
River View Golf Course has a course rating of 59.6 and slope of 96 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 60.4 with a slope of 95.
How long is River View Golf Course?
From the back tees, River View Golf Course plays 3,648 yards. The course is par 144 with 18 holes (14 par 3s, 4 par 4s, 0 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at River View Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 8, a 356-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at River View Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (3,648 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (3,528 yards).
Is River View Golf Course public or private?
River View Golf Course is a public golf course in Iowa. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near River View Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Estherville Golf Course (Estherville), Hillcrest Golf and Country Club, Country Greens Golf Course, Five Island Golf Course (Emmetsburg).
Is there a yardage book for River View Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for River View 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 View 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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