River Forest Golf Course Michigan
River Forest Golf Course is a par-71 public course in Michigan, playing 6,735 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 73 and slope of 144.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,735 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 73 / 144 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Michigan, USA |
| Coordinates | 43.0256, -83.7522 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,735 | 6,158 | 71 | 73 | 144 |
| Gold | 6,280 | 5,742 | 71 | 70.9 | 139 |
| White | 5,919 | 5,412 | 71 | 69.1 | 135 |
| Green | 5,479 | 5,010 | 71 | 67.1 | 133 |
| Black | 4,893 | 4,474 | 71 | 64.6 | 123 |
| Red | 4,274 | 3,908 | 71 | 61.8 | 120 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 73/144 | 397 | 357 | 507 | 178 | 429 | 581 | 187 | 423 | 393 | 3452 | 618 | 219 | 356 | 186 | 323 | 379 | 183 | 554 | 465 | 3283 | 6735 |
| Gold 70.9/139 | 397 | 357 | 480 | 150 | 365 | 531 | 175 | 395 | 359 | 3209 | 596 | 143 | 356 | 186 | 323 | 379 | 143 | 523 | 422 | 3071 | 6280 |
| White 69.1/135 | 360 | 307 | 480 | 150 | 335 | 531 | 175 | 373 | 338 | 3049 | 569 | 143 | 329 | 160 | 287 | 350 | 143 | 495 | 394 | 2870 | 5919 |
| Green 67.1/133 | 348 | 290 | 450 | 135 | 302 | 502 | 161 | 345 | 304 | 2837 | 551 | 129 | 315 | 141 | 259 | 313 | 122 | 454 | 358 | 2642 | 5479 |
| Black 64.6/123 | 246 | 266 | 419 | 113 | 258 | 471 | 150 | 318 | 272 | 2513 | 517 | 124 | 292 | 119 | 203 | 286 | 104 | 418 | 317 | 2380 | 4893 |
| Red 61.8/120 | 246 | 230 | 370 | 113 | 235 | 400 | 120 | 270 | 240 | 2224 | 450 | 124 | 240 | 119 | 203 | 240 | 104 | 320 | 250 | 2050 | 4274 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
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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 (6,735 yards, 73/144)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Green (5,479 yards, 67.1/133)
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 (4,274 yards, 61.8/120)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 4 (113 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
The longest hole on the course at 618 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 178 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of River Forest Golf Course?
River Forest Golf Course has a course rating of 73 and slope of 144 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 61.8 with a slope of 120.
How long is River Forest Golf Course?
From the back tees, River Forest Golf Course plays 6,735 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What tees should I play at River Forest Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,735 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (4,274 yards).
Is River Forest Golf Course public or private?
River Forest Golf Course is a public golf course in Michigan. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near River Forest Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Jewel of Grand Blanc, Briar Ridge Golf Course (Montrose), Clio Country Club (Clio), Fenton Farms Golf Club (Fenton).
Is there a yardage book for River Forest Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for River Forest 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 Forest 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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