James River Country Club Virginia
James River Country Club is a par-70 private course in Virginia, playing 6,598 yards from the Black tees with a rating of 71.7 and slope of 130.
Course Overview
| Type | Private |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 70 (5 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 3 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,598 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 71.7 / 130 |
| Tee Options | 8 |
| Location | Virginia, USA |
| Coordinates | 37.0580, -76.5041 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Metres | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 6,598 | 6,033 | 70 | 71.7 | 130 |
| Blue | 6,340 | 5,797 | 70 | 70.5 | 128 |
| White | 6,007 | 5,493 | 70 | 69.1 | 125 |
| White/Yellow | 5,730 | 5,240 | 70 | 67.8 | 123 |
| Yellow | 5,463 | 4,995 | 70 | 66.5 | 119 |
| Green | 5,014 | 4,585 | 70 | 64.5 | 116 |
| Medallion | 3,972 | 3,632 | 70 | 60.6 | 105 |
| JRCC Short Course | 3,119 | 2,852 | 70 | 58 | 100 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black 71.7/130 | 448 | 400 | 207 | 375 | 374 | 525 | 228 | 372 | 452 | 3381 | 517 | 428 | 398 | 219 | 389 | 146 | 411 | 163 | 546 | 3217 | 6598 |
| Blue 70.5/128 | 435 | 392 | 192 | 367 | 363 | 504 | 215 | 365 | 436 | 3269 | 505 | 423 | 367 | 203 | 366 | 141 | 394 | 155 | 517 | 3071 | 6340 |
| White 69.1/125 | 417 | 369 | 179 | 346 | 316 | 475 | 194 | 352 | 426 | 3074 | 492 | 414 | 357 | 183 | 340 | 131 | 390 | 140 | 486 | 2933 | 6007 |
| White/Yellow 67.8/123 | 387 | 369 | 166 | 346 | 311 | 475 | 153 | 352 | 376 | 2935 | 492 | 335 | 325 | 177 | 340 | 131 | 369 | 140 | 486 | 2795 | 5730 |
| Yellow 66.5/119 | 387 | 322 | 166 | 305 | 311 | 470 | 153 | 336 | 376 | 2826 | 448 | 335 | 325 | 177 | 336 | 107 | 369 | 136 | 404 | 2637 | 5463 |
| Green 64.5/116 | 376 | 291 | 162 | 299 | 271 | 413 | 148 | 301 | 340 | 2601 | 404 | 301 | 287 | 152 | 329 | 102 | 335 | 123 | 380 | 2413 | 5014 |
| Medallion 60.6/105 | 319 | 238 | 80 | 210 | 232 | 410 | 78 | 212 | 262 | 2041 | 400 | 242 | 222 | 59 | 251 | 94 | 243 | 52 | 368 | 1931 | 3972 |
| JRCC Short Course 58/100 | 179 | 199 | 76 | 167 | 205 | 295 | 69 | 183 | 212 | 1585 | 308 | 191 | 156 | 59 | 201 | 94 | 182 | 52 | 291 | 1534 | 3119 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 70 |
| Hdcp | 1 | 5 | 9 | 15 | 11 | 13 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 12 | 12 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 8 | 18 | 6 | 16 |
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 (6,598 yards, 71.7/130)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 3 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 1 (par 4, 448 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: Green (5,014 yards, 64.5/116)
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+: JRCC Short Course (3,119 yards, 58/100)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 15 (94 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 448 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 546 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 146 yards. A wedge or short iron for most players. A birdie opportunity if you find the green.
The #2 handicap hole. A 398-yard par 4 that rewards accuracy off the tee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of James River Country Club?
James River Country Club has a course rating of 71.7 and slope of 130 from the back tees. From the JRCC Short Course tees, the rating is 58 with a slope of 100.
How long is James River Country Club?
From the back tees, James River Country Club plays 6,598 yards. The course is par 70 with 18 holes (5 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 3 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at James River Country Club?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 1, a 448-yard par 4 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at James River Country Club?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Black tees (6,598 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the JRCC Short Course tees (3,119 yards).
Is James River Country Club public or private?
James River Country Club is a private golf course in Virginia. Access is restricted to members and their guests.
What courses are near James River Country Club?
Nearby courses include The Pines Golf Course, Eaglewood Golf Course, Cypress Creek Golfers' Club (Smithfield), Cedar Point Country Club.
Is there a yardage book for James River Country Club?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for James River 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 James River 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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