Kiawah Island Club - River Course St Johns, South Carolina
Kiawah Island Club - River Course is a par-61 public course in St Johns, South Carolina, playing 4,995 yards from the Red tees with a rating of 64.8 and slope of 122.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 61 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 4,995 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 64.8 / 122 |
| Tee Options | 3 |
| Location | St Johns, South Carolina, USA |
| Coordinates | 32.6089, -80.0958 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red | 4,995 | 4,567 | 72 | 64.8 | 122 |
| Forward S | 4,045 | 3,699 | 72 | 61.2 | 114 |
| Junior Level 1 | 3,000 | 2,743 | 67 | 56.4 | 101 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red 64.8/122 | 305 | 375 | 340 | 280 | 100 | 420 | 110 | 240 | 290 | 2460 | 330 | 400 | 275 | 110 | 305 | 385 | 120 | 320 | 290 | 2535 | 4995 |
| Forward S 61.2/114 | 250 | 320 | 250 | 195 | 100 | 325 | 130 | 165 | 250 | 1985 | 230 | 340 | 220 | 110 | 240 | 330 | 120 | 220 | 250 | 2060 | 4045 |
| Junior Level 1 56.4/101 | 180 | 240 | 190 | 150 | 90 | 270 | 100 | 110 | 200 | 1530 | 160 | 220 | 150 | 90 | 180 | 220 | 110 | 170 | 170 | 1470 | 3000 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 6 | 10 | 4 | 14 | 18 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 2 | 9 | 5 | 11 | 13 | 3 | 15 | 17 | 7 | 1 |
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: Red (4,995 yards, 64.8/122)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 18 (par 4, 290 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Forward S (4,045 yards, 61.2/114)
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+: Junior Level 1 (3,000 yards, 56.4/101)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 5 (90 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 290 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 longest hole on the course at 420 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 #2 handicap hole. A 290-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Kiawah Island Club - River Course?
Kiawah Island Club - River Course has a course rating of 64.8 and slope of 122 from the back tees. From the Junior Level 1 tees, the rating is 56.4 with a slope of 101.
How long is Kiawah Island Club - River Course?
From the back tees, Kiawah Island Club - River Course plays 4,995 yards. The course is par 61 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Kiawah Island Club - River Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 18, a 290-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Kiawah Island Club - River Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Red tees (4,995 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Junior Level 1 tees (3,000 yards).
Is Kiawah Island Club - River Course public or private?
Kiawah Island Club - River Course is a public golf course in St Johns, South Carolina. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Kiawah Island Club - River Course?
Nearby courses include Turtle Point Golf Course, Cougar Point Golf Course, Osprey Point Golf Course, Oak Point Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Kiawah Island Club - River Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Kiawah Island Club - 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 Kiawah Island Club - 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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