Rio Colorado Texas
Rio Colorado is a par-72 public course in Texas, playing 6,855 yards from the Gold tees with a rating of 78.7 and slope of 139.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,855 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 78.7 / 139 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | Texas, USA |
| Coordinates | 28.9229, -95.9974 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | 6,855 | 72 | 78.7 | 139 |
| Blue | 6,303 | 72 | 75.6 | 133 |
| White | 5,776 | 72 | 72.6 | 126 |
| Red | 5,125 | 72 | 69.1 | 118 |
| Gold | 6,855 | 72 | 78.7 | 139 |
| Blue | 6,303 | 72 | 75.6 | 133 |
| White | 5,776 | 72 | 72.6 | 126 |
| Red | 5,125 | 72 | 69.1 | 118 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold 78.7/139 | 528 | 379 | 177 | 557 | 456 | 175 | 407 | 219 | 494 | 3392 | 533 | 444 | 183 | 507 | 328 | 198 | 403 | 393 | 474 | 3463 | 6855 |
| Blue 75.6/133 | 508 | 346 | 166 | 493 | 431 | 141 | 377 | 181 | 467 | 3110 | 503 | 401 | 147 | 487 | 312 | 166 | 374 | 360 | 443 | 3193 | 6303 |
| White 72.6/126 | 473 | 317 | 139 | 449 | 398 | 113 | 344 | 151 | 492 | 2876 | 472 | 370 | 120 | 463 | 272 | 133 | 344 | 326 | 400 | 2900 | 5776 |
| Red 69.1/118 | 438 | 278 | 118 | 401 | 370 | 91 | 301 | 126 | 469 | 2592 | 423 | 325 | 106 | 416 | 240 | 91 | 296 | 276 | 360 | 2533 | 5125 |
| Gold 78.7/139 | 528 | 379 | 177 | 557 | 456 | 175 | 407 | 219 | 494 | 3392 | 533 | 444 | 183 | 507 | 328 | 198 | 403 | 393 | 474 | 3463 | 6855 |
| Blue 75.6/133 | 508 | 346 | 166 | 493 | 431 | 141 | 377 | 181 | 467 | 3110 | 503 | 401 | 147 | 487 | 312 | 166 | 374 | 360 | 443 | 3193 | 6303 |
| White 72.6/126 | 473 | 317 | 139 | 449 | 398 | 113 | 344 | 151 | 492 | 2876 | 472 | 370 | 120 | 463 | 272 | 133 | 344 | 326 | 400 | 2900 | 5776 |
| Red 69.1/118 | 438 | 278 | 118 | 401 | 370 | 91 | 301 | 126 | 469 | 2592 | 423 | 325 | 106 | 416 | 240 | 91 | 296 | 276 | 360 | 2533 | 5125 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 17 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 7 | 3 | 15 | 18 | 4 | 16 | 10 | 14 | 12 | 8 | 6 | 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: Gold (6,855 yards, 78.7/139)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 5 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 5 (par 4, 456 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (5,776 yards, 72.6/126)
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 (5,125 yards, 69.1/118)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 6 (91 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 456 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. Play smart and take your par or better.
The longest hole on the course at 557 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 175 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 474-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of Rio Colorado?
Rio Colorado has a course rating of 78.7 and slope of 139 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 69.1 with a slope of 118.
How long is Rio Colorado?
From the back tees, Rio Colorado plays 6,855 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 8 par 4s, 5 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at Rio Colorado?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 5, a 456-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at Rio Colorado?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Gold tees (6,855 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,125 yards).
Is Rio Colorado public or private?
Rio Colorado is a public golf course in Texas. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near Rio Colorado?
Nearby courses include Bay City Country Club, Bay City Country Club (Bay City), Bay-Cel Golf Course, Bay-Cel Golf Course.
Is there a yardage book for Rio Colorado?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for Rio Colorado 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 Rio Colorado 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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