River Ridge Golf Course Garretson, South Dakota
River Ridge Golf Course is a par-64 public course in Garretson, South Dakota, playing 6,582 yards from the BLUE tees with a rating of 71.8 and slope of 117.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 64 (4 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 2 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,582 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 71.8 / 117 |
| Tee Options | 3 |
| Location | Garretson, South Dakota, USA |
| Coordinates | 43.6989, -96.5059 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE | 6,582 | 70 | 71.8 | 117 |
| WHITE | 6,222 | 70 | 69.8 | 112 |
| RED | 5,422 | 72 | 72 | 116 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE 71.8/117 | 461 | 378 | 358 | 601 | 160 | 449 | 329 | 199 | 356 | 3291 | 461 | 378 | 358 | 601 | 160 | 449 | 329 | 199 | 356 | 3291 | 6582 |
| WHITE 69.8/112 | 452 | 346 | 342 | 552 | 147 | 433 | 315 | 180 | 344 | 3111 | 452 | 346 | 342 | 552 | 147 | 433 | 315 | 180 | 344 | 3111 | 6222 |
| RED 72/116 | 402 | 296 | 319 | 451 | 127 | 362 | 291 | 151 | 312 | 2711 | 402 | 296 | 319 | 451 | 127 | 362 | 291 | 151 | 312 | 2711 | 5422 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 11 | 13 | 5 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 15 | 9 | 7 | 12 | 14 | 6 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 16 | 10 | 8 |
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 (6,582 yards, 71.8/117)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 2 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 4 (par 5, 601 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: WHITE (6,222 yards, 69.8/112)
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 (5,422 yards, 72/116)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 5 (127 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 601 yards from the back tees, this par 5 is a true three-shot hole for most golfers.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 160 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The shortest par 3 at 160 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. At 601 yards, a pivotal par 5 that separates good rounds from great ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of River Ridge Golf Course?
River Ridge Golf Course has a course rating of 71.8 and slope of 117 from the back tees. From the RED tees, the rating is 72 with a slope of 116.
How long is River Ridge Golf Course?
From the back tees, River Ridge Golf Course plays 6,582 yards. The course is par 64 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 12 par 4s, 2 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at River Ridge Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 4, a 601-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at River Ridge Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the BLUE tees (6,582 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the RED tees (5,422 yards).
Is River Ridge Golf Course public or private?
River Ridge Golf Course is a public golf course in Garretson, South Dakota. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near River Ridge Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Hidden Valley Golf Course (Brandon), Brandon Golf Course (Brandon), Northern Links Golf Course (Mapleton Township), Willow Run Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for River Ridge Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for River Ridge 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 Ridge 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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