The River Club in Bradenton, Florida, USA

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All Time
Last 6 Months
Last 12 Months

3.9

1455 Reviews (1455)

5 Stars

301

4 Stars

682

3 Stars

283

2 Stars

121

1 Stars

Conditions

3.8

Value

4.1

Layout

4.3

Friendliness

4.2

Pace

3.7

Amenities

3.7

82.0%

Recommend this course

1153 out of 1455 reviews

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Average Rating

Avg Rating

3.9

117 Reviews (117)

5 Stars

4 Stars

3 Stars

2 Stars

1 Stars

Conditions

3.7

Value

4.0

Layout

4.3

Pace

3.5

Amenities

3.7

StaffFriendliness

4.4

79.5%

Recommend this course

93 out of 117 reviews

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Average Rating

Avg Rating

4.0

187 Reviews (187)

5 Stars

4 Stars

3 Stars

2 Stars

1 Stars

Conditions

3.9

Value

4.2

Layout

4.3

Pace

3.8

Amenities

3.8

StaffFriendliness

4.4

84.0%

Recommend this course

157 out of 187 reviews

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About

Holes 18

Type Semi-Private

Par 72

Length 7026 yards

Slope 144

Rating 74.4

River Club is a popular Ron Garl-designed golf course famous for its unique moundings and positioning of grass and pot bunkers. Front nine are open with all elevated greens. River Club's back nine at are cut into the woods. There is water on 16 holes.

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Tees

Tee	Par	Length	Rating	Slope
Gold	72	7026 yards	74.4	144
Blue	72	6614 yards	72.1	137
White	72	6102 yards	69.6	128
Green	71	5495 yards	66.7	117
Red (W)	72	5056 yards	69.0	120

Track Rounds

Scorecard

Scorecard for Bradenton

Metrics:

Hole	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	Out	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	In	Total
Black M: 73.4/147	415	203	542	369	587	354	428	168	345	3411	403	422	195	523	434	169	398	517	358	3419	6830
Blue M: 71.2/136	389	184	506	358	541	322	375	152	311	3138	392	378	172	501	394	162	377	489	322	3187	6325
White M: 69.3/122 W: 74.1/140	361	155	480	316	506	297	347	144	278	2884	360	347	162	481	359	147	355	454	310	2975	5859
Silver M: 67.3/118 W: 71.6/134	340	135	446	269	416	288	328	136	269	2627	282	332	152	425	353	136	348	438	299	2765	5392
Red M: 64.5/113 W: 69.0/118	317	103	390	247	416	256	287	81	246	2343	267	297	134	388	328	104	325	416	175	2434	4777
Orange M: 60.7/105 W: 62.7/106	240	103	295	238	305	200	216	81	200	1878	210	222	134	284	265	104	325	283	175	2002	3880
Handicap	4	14	8	18	2	10	6	16	12		7	5	15	9	3	17	1	11	13
Par	4	3	5	4	5	4	4	3	4	36	4	4	3	5	4	3	4	5	4	36	72
Handicap (W)	4	16	8	14	2	10	12	18	6		13	5	15	11	3	17	1	9	7

Course Details

Year Built 1988

Greens Jones-Dwarf Grass

Golf Season Year round

Architect Ron Garl (1988)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes - included in green fees (with GPS)

Clubs Yes

GPS Yes

Pull-carts No

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes

Bunker No

Caddies No

Golf Simulator No

Teaching Pro Yes

Pitching/Chipping Area Yes

Putting Green Yes

Practice Hole No

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard, Amex, Discover Welcomed

Metal Spikes Allowed No

Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Food & Beverage

Restaurant

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Lounge, Banquet Facilities

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards

Available Sports

Tennis

Reviews

3.9

1455 Reviews (1455)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:

Drinks 43

Brunch 18

Watching the Game 10

Course Challenges Include:

Water Hazards 78

Bunkers 74

Forced Carries 56

This course/club is great for:

Locals 58

Advanced Golfers 44

Wildlife/ Scenic Views 37

This Course's Location is:

Convenient to the City 54

Worth the Drive 41

In the 'Burbs 32

Numbers based on reviews tagged with attribute.

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u586260474

Played On 05/20/2023

Reviews 2

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Hot weather

Used cart

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

Difficulty Somewhat Challenging

Comment

bluebullmoose

Played On 05/14/2023

Reviews 77

3.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Conditions Fair

Value Average

Layout Average

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

Comment

knights5106

Played On 05/07/2023

Reviews 43

Skill Advanced

Plays Once a week

3.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Potential

I truly enjoy the layout of the course, but course conditions are rough. Greens need help. In some cases, it was painted sand. Two many comparable options that have good greens.

Conditions Fair

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Average

Amenities Average

Comment

Greenfieldgolf711

Commented on 05/10/2023

Thanks for the review. We are transitioning from winter rye to summer Bermuda. Requires some verticutting and top dressing. Will be great all summer long with proper maintenance. Tony

u314162324701

Played On 05/02/2023

Reviews 7

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Good

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Good

Pace Excellent

Amenities Good

Comment

jwiflorida

Played On 04/27/2023

Reviews 5

Handicap 10-14

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Perfect weather

Used cart

Nice Day at River Club

Course was great. Pace was slow on the front nine, but the rangers were on it and got it moving, Greens were ok except the last 4 were airated

Conditions Average

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Good

Pace Average

Amenities Average

Difficulty Moderate

Comment

u000005658795

Played On 04/25/2023

Reviews 10

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

louwexler

Played On 04/23/2023

Reviews 34

Handicap 20-24

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Used cart

Nice round of gold

we started out on time.....Contrary to what we read the starter was very friendly......The course is in good condition compared to the other public courses we have visited in this drought..... We actually had a marshal come by and ask us how we were doing and not just to tell us to hurry up.....

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Difficulty Moderate

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ref45678

Played On 04/21/2023

Reviews 5

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

Condit

Played On 04/21/2023

Reviews 28

Skill Intermediate

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

giors1944

Played On 04/21/2023

Reviews 8

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Great layout

Pace too slow! It take us 4 hours 15 minutes for 18 holes
Everything else was on

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Good

Pace Average

Amenities Good

Comment

ref45678

Played On 04/21/2023

Reviews 5

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Excellent

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Excellent

Amenities Excellent

Comment

Condit

Played On 04/21/2023

Reviews 28

Skill Intermediate

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Excellent

Comment

u314163574294

Played On 04/20/2023

Reviews 2

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

4.0

Previously Played

Played several times on the scores and never wrote a review

I thought this course was laid out, very nice, and a challenge. I enjoyed the course enjoy the staff, and I’ve never had any problems with anyone at this facility. The reason I wrote this review it was because I did read other reviews and just thought I’d put in my thoughts. Value per dollar spent is good. I enjoy playing golf and some of the winter prices are so exceptionally high I can’t afford to go to them. I was able to play here during the winter months, I have played 5 to 6 times over the winter months. And was happy to pay their fee.

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Good

Pace Good

Amenities Good

Comment

Greenfieldgolf711

Commented on 06/12/2023

Thanks for the nice review! We strive to be affordable while offering great service and a great golf course. It does get expensive here during season, and we are proud to provide a more reasonable price point to our customers. Same for our food and beverage prices. The best in town, with GREAT quality. Thanks again. Tony

choikangsuk

Played On 04/18/2023

Reviews 7

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

1.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Cart battery dead

I got cart battery dead. I waited 50 minutes at the 5th hole Crazy crazy crazy

Conditions Average

Value Average

Layout Average

Friendliness Poor

Pace Poor

Amenities Average

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Peter5780768

Played On 04/17/2023

Reviews 13

Handicap 10-14

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

3.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Perfect weather

Used cart

An interesting course with very bad greens

The course is very interesting to play
Nice holes, not easy
Problems were the bad greens; very slow and damaged

Conditions Fair

Value Good

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Good

Pace Average

Amenities Average

Difficulty Moderate

Comment

Greenfieldgolf711

Commented on 04/29/2023

Thanks for the comments. Due to the heat and drought, our greens are transitioning from winter rye to summer Bermuda a little early this year. The staff is on it, and the greens are looking much better. Come out and try us again. And be sure to introduce yourself! Tony

u314163612486

Played On 04/16/2023

Reviews 1

5.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Excellent

Comment

bryanmc123

Played On 04/16/2023

Reviews 2

Skill Intermediate

Plays A few times a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Excellent

Pace Good

Amenities Good

Comment

Hipple

Played On 04/15/2023

Reviews 1

5.0

Verified Purchaser

First Time Playing

Conditions Good

Value Excellent

Layout Excellent

Friendliness Good

Pace Average

Comment

u483533818

Played On 04/15/2023

Reviews 1

Skill Intermediate

Plays Once a week

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Previously Played

Fun track

This is a really solid track for the money - the layout is interesting and there’s a lot of variety and challenge throughout. That said, the greens need a ton of work. If the greens were in better shape, it would take this course to the next level!

Conditions Average

Value Good

Layout Good

Friendliness Average

Pace Average

Amenities Average

Comment

Greenfieldgolf711

Commented on 04/29/2023

Thanks, We are transitioning from winter rye to summer Bermuda a little early this year due to heat and lack of rain. Things are looking better already. Come out and see us again soon. We will always try to be the best deal in town. Tony

Digger01

Played On 04/15/2023

Reviews 22

4.0

Verified Purchaser

Conditions Fair

Value Average

Layout Good

Friendliness Good

Pace Poor

Amenities Fair

Comment

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FAQ

What is the address of The River Club?

The River Club is located at 6600 River Club Blvd, Bradenton, Florida 34202, Manatee County.

Is The River Club open to the public?

Yes, The River Club is open to the public.

What year did The River Club open?

The River Club was built in 1988.

Who designed The River Club?

Ron Garl (1988) is the architect of The River Club.

What type of grass does The River Club have?

The River Club has Jones-Dwarf Grass greens.

What is the par of The River Club

The par of The River Club is 72.

What is the length of The River Club

The length of The River Club is 7026 yards.

What is the rating of The River Club

The rating of The River Club is 74.4.

What is the slope of The River Club

The slope of The River Club is 144.

What are the course conditions at The River Club?

Based on reviews, other golfers are saying that the course conditions at The River Club are good.

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The River Club

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Course Details

Rentals/Services

Practice/Instruction

Policies

Food & Beverage

Available Facilities

Available Activities

Available Sports

Reviews

What Golfers Are Saying

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Potential

Nice Day at River Club

Nice round of gold

Great layout

Played several times on the scores and never wrote a review

Cart battery dead

An interesting course with very bad greens

Fun track

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