The River Course Missouri
The River Course is a par-71 public course in Missouri, playing 6,158 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 70.3 and slope of 123.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 71 (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,158 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 70.3 / 123 |
| Tee Options | 4 |
| Location | Missouri, USA |
| Coordinates | 38.9919, -94.5278 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,158 | 5,631 | 71 | 70.3 | 123 |
| White | 5,885 | 5,381 | 71 | 68.9 | 121 |
| Gold | 5,725 | 5,235 | 71 | 68.3 | 119 |
| Red | 4,987 | 4,560 | 70 | 64.5 | 114 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 70.3/123 | 363 | 429 | 195 | 480 | 149 | 341 | 272 | 163 | 510 | 2902 | 536 | 177 | 398 | 164 | 312 | 435 | 379 | 481 | 374 | 3256 | 6158 |
| White 68.9/121 | 350 | 423 | 183 | 473 | 134 | 326 | 261 | 152 | 488 | 2790 | 509 | 157 | 376 | 152 | 294 | 419 | 364 | 465 | 359 | 3095 | 5885 |
| Gold 68.3/119 | 337 | 409 | 183 | 470 | 125 | 308 | 260 | 145 | 492 | 2729 | 502 | 150 | 376 | 152 | 296 | 363 | 348 | 451 | 358 | 2996 | 5725 |
| Red 64.5/114 | 307 | 317 | 137 | 421 | 119 | 298 | 253 | 133 | 403 | 2388 | 438 | 142 | 298 | 146 | 237 | 339 | 310 | 398 | 291 | 2599 | 4987 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 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 (6,158 yards, 70.3/123)
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: Gold (5,725 yards, 68.3/119)
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 (4,987 yards, 64.5/114)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 5 (119 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 536 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 149 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 The River Course?
The River Course has a course rating of 70.3 and slope of 123 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 64.5 with a slope of 114.
How long is The River Course?
From the back tees, The River Course plays 6,158 yards. The course is par 71 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 9 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What tees should I play at The River Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,158 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (4,987 yards).
Is The River Course public or private?
The River Course is a public golf course in Missouri. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near The River Course?
Nearby courses include Heart of America Golf Course (Kansas City), Hillcrest Golf & Country Club (Kansas City), Mission Hills Country Club (Mission Hills), Hallbrook Country Club (Leawood).
Is there a yardage book for The River Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for The River 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 The River 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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