River Oaks Country Club Houston, Texas
River Oaks Country Club is a par-72 private course in Houston, Texas, playing 7,125 yards from the Tips tees with a rating of 74.9 and slope of 137.
Course Overview
| Type | Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 7,125 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 74.9 / 137 |
| Tee Options | 6 |
| Location | Houston, Texas, USA |
| Coordinates | 29.7562, -95.4281 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tips | 7,125 | 6,515 | 72 | 74.9 | 137 |
| Black | 7,026 | 6,425 | 72 | 74.4 | 135 |
| Blue | 6,647 | 6,078 | 72 | 72.6 | 132 |
| White | 6,191 | 5,661 | 72 | 70.5 | 128 |
| Yellow | 5,576 | 5,099 | 72 | 67.4 | 120 |
| Red | 4,997 | 4,569 | 72 | 64.8 | 114 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tips 74.9/137 | 356 | 384 | 221 | 555 | 375 | 171 | 431 | 512 | 390 | 3395 | 578 | 451 | 393 | 322 | 248 | 568 | 490 | 223 | 457 | 3730 | 7125 |
| Black 74.4/135 | 356 | 384 | 221 | 535 | 375 | 171 | 431 | 512 | 390 | 3375 | 578 | 451 | 393 | 322 | 207 | 530 | 490 | 223 | 457 | 3651 | 7026 |
| Blue 72.6/132 | 337 | 369 | 207 | 497 | 368 | 160 | 395 | 489 | 374 | 3196 | 548 | 423 | 372 | 314 | 192 | 521 | 460 | 194 | 427 | 3451 | 6647 |
| White 70.5/128 | 330 | 337 | 179 | 458 | 353 | 134 | 362 | 460 | 364 | 2977 | 515 | 387 | 360 | 286 | 176 | 486 | 425 | 179 | 400 | 3214 | 6191 |
| Yellow 67.4/120 | 309 | 306 | 158 | 385 | 295 | 123 | 335 | 415 | 328 | 2654 | 454 | 350 | 312 | 278 | 159 | 438 | 395 | 149 | 387 | 2922 | 5576 |
| Red 64.8/114 | 286 | 280 | 129 | 371 | 248 | 99 | 301 | 382 | 298 | 2394 | 417 | 295 | 312 | 239 | 130 | 402 | 350 | 124 | 334 | 2603 | 4997 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 13 | 7 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 11 | 4 | 6 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 2 | 8 | 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: Tips (7,125 yards, 74.9/137)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 4 (par 5, 555 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (6,191 yards, 70.5/128)
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 (4,997 yards, 64.8/114)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 6 (99 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 555 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. Play smart and take your par or better.
The longest hole on the course at 578 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 171 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 490-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of River Oaks Country Club?
River Oaks Country Club has a course rating of 74.9 and slope of 137 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 64.8 with a slope of 114.
How long is River Oaks Country Club?
From the back tees, River Oaks Country Club plays 7,125 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at River Oaks Country Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 4, a 555-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at River Oaks Country Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Tips tees (7,125 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (4,997 yards).
Is River Oaks Country Club public or private?
River Oaks Country Club is a private golf course in Houston, Texas. Access is restricted to members and their guests.
What courses are near River Oaks Country Club?
Nearby courses include Sharpstown Country Club (Houston), BraeBurn Country Club (Houston), Lakeside Country Club (Houston), Pearland Golf Club (Pearland).
Is there a yardage book for River Oaks Country Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for River Oaks Country 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 Oaks Country 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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