Riverwood Golf Course Bismarck, North Dakota
Riverwood Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Bismarck, North Dakota, playing 7,066 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 74.8 and slope of 132.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,066 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 74.8 / 132 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | Bismarck, North Dakota, USA |
| Coordinates | 46.7892, -100.8067 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 7,066 | 6,461 | 72 | 74.8 | 132 |
| Black/Gold | 6,769 | 6,190 | 72 | 73.5 | 129 |
| Gold | 6,486 | 5,931 | 72 | 72.2 | 127 |
| Blue | 6,059 | 5,540 | 72 | 70.1 | 124 |
| Blue | 6,059 | 5,540 | 72 | 70.1 | 124 |
| Blue/White | 5,395 | 4,933 | 72 | 67.3 | 117 |
| White | 5,169 | 4,727 | 72 | 65.9 | 113 |
| Green | 3,670 | 3,356 | 72 | 60.7 | 104 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 74.8/132 | 449 | 419 | 158 | 394 | 345 | 585 | 240 | 439 | 544 | 3573 | 540 | 207 | 402 | 420 | 182 | 533 | 387 | 367 | 455 | 3493 | 7066 |
| Black/Gold 73.5/129 | 413 | 380 | 158 | 394 | 345 | 516 | 203 | 414 | 544 | 3367 | 540 | 184 | 402 | 375 | 182 | 533 | 387 | 367 | 432 | 3402 | 6769 |
| Gold 72.2/127 | 413 | 380 | 141 | 377 | 319 | 516 | 203 | 414 | 520 | 3283 | 517 | 184 | 363 | 375 | 166 | 495 | 327 | 344 | 432 | 3203 | 6486 |
| Blue 70.1/124 | 386 | 364 | 122 | 361 | 295 | 502 | 170 | 379 | 503 | 3082 | 501 | 167 | 346 | 303 | 147 | 472 | 307 | 319 | 415 | 2977 | 6059 |
| Blue 70.1/124 | 386 | 364 | 122 | 361 | 295 | 502 | 170 | 379 | 503 | 3082 | 501 | 167 | 346 | 303 | 147 | 472 | 307 | 319 | 415 | 2977 | 6059 |
| Blue/White 67.3/117 | 313 | 280 | 122 | 315 | 295 | 410 | 150 | 324 | 503 | 2712 | 435 | 130 | 290 | 303 | 147 | 415 | 307 | 319 | 337 | 2683 | 5395 |
| White 65.9/113 | 313 | 280 | 101 | 315 | 272 | 410 | 150 | 324 | 420 | 2585 | 435 | 130 | 290 | 260 | 137 | 415 | 279 | 301 | 337 | 2584 | 5169 |
| Green 60.7/104 | 250 | 210 | 80 | 200 | 170 | 310 | 115 | 225 | 325 | 1885 | 325 | 65 | 200 | 195 | 85 | 295 | 190 | 205 | 225 | 1785 | 3670 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 7 | 11 | 17 | 9 | 15 | 3 | 13 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 12 | 10 | 8 | 18 | 4 | 16 | 14 | 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: Black (7,066 yards, 74.8/132)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 8 (par 4, 439 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Blue/White (5,395 yards, 67.3/117)
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+: Green (3,670 yards, 60.7/104)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 3 (80 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 439 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 182 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The longest hole on the course at 585 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 158 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 455-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Riverwood Golf Course?
Riverwood Golf Course has a course rating of 74.8 and slope of 132 from the back tees. From the Green tees, the rating is 60.7 with a slope of 104.
How long is Riverwood Golf Course?
From the back tees, Riverwood Golf Course plays 7,066 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Riverwood Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 8, a 439-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Riverwood Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (7,066 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Green tees (3,670 yards).
Is Riverwood Golf Course public or private?
Riverwood Golf Course is a public golf course in Bismarck, North Dakota. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Riverwood Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Tom O'Leary Golf Course, Prairie West Golf Course, Fore Seasons Center, Pebble Creek Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Riverwood Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Riverwood 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 Riverwood 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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