River Ridge Golf Club Raleigh, North Carolina
River Ridge Golf Club is a par-103 public course in Raleigh, North Carolina, playing 6,703 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 72.1 and slope of 129.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 103 (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,703 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 72.1 / 129 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Raleigh, North Carolina, USA |
| Coordinates | 35.7259, -78.5227 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,703 | 6,129 | 72 | 72.1 | 129 |
| White | 6,260 | 5,724 | 72 | 70.1 | 124 |
| White/Gold | 5,978 | 5,466 | 72 | 68.8 | 121 |
| Gold | 5,658 | 5,174 | 72 | 67.4 | 117 |
| Gold/Red | 5,367 | 4,908 | 72 | 66 | 114 |
| Red | 5,117 | 4,679 | 72 | 64.9 | 111 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 72.1/129 | 388 | 397 | 366 | 510 | 195 | 376 | 177 | 418 | 553 | 3380 | 400 | 166 | 538 | 399 | 561 | 138 | 419 | 201 | 501 | 3323 | 6703 |
| White 70.1/124 | 379 | 360 | 340 | 476 | 170 | 344 | 151 | 383 | 519 | 3122 | 376 | 145 | 506 | 387 | 533 | 126 | 392 | 185 | 488 | 3138 | 6260 |
| White/Gold 68.8/121 | 358 | 360 | 340 | 429 | 170 | 344 | 151 | 348 | 479 | 2979 | 349 | 145 | 506 | 343 | 533 | 126 | 359 | 165 | 473 | 2999 | 5978 |
| Gold 67.4/117 | 358 | 327 | 293 | 429 | 133 | 316 | 122 | 348 | 479 | 2805 | 349 | 118 | 463 | 343 | 489 | 94 | 359 | 165 | 473 | 2853 | 5658 |
| Gold/Red 66/114 | 323 | 327 | 281 | 429 | 133 | 316 | 122 | 325 | 435 | 2691 | 349 | 118 | 425 | 307 | 446 | 94 | 359 | 129 | 449 | 2676 | 5367 |
| Red 64.9/111 | 323 | 288 | 281 | 367 | 114 | 288 | 100 | 325 | 435 | 2521 | 318 | 110 | 425 | 307 | 446 | 84 | 328 | 129 | 449 | 2596 | 5117 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 3 | 5 | 11 | 15 | 13 | 9 | 17 | 1 | 7 | 6 | 18 | 4 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 8 | 10 | 14 |
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 (6,703 yards, 72.1/129)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 5 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 8 (par 4, 418 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White/Gold (5,978 yards, 68.8/121)
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 (5,117 yards, 64.9/111)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 15 (84 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 418 yards this is one of the longest par 4s on the course and demands a strong drive.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 166 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 561 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 138 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 399-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of River Ridge Golf Club?
River Ridge Golf Club has a course rating of 72.1 and slope of 129 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 64.9 with a slope of 111.
How long is River Ridge Golf Club?
From the back tees, River Ridge Golf Club plays 6,703 yards. The course is par 103 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at River Ridge Golf Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 8, a 418-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at River Ridge Golf Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,703 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,117 yards).
Is River Ridge Golf Club public or private?
River Ridge Golf Club is a public golf course in Raleigh, North Carolina. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near River Ridge Golf Club?
Nearby courses include Pine Hollow Golf Club (Clayton), Meadowbrook Country Club, Raleigh Country Club (Raleigh), Hedingham Golf Club.
Is there a yardage book for River Ridge Golf Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for River Ridge 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 Ridge 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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