The Course at River Oaks
Course at a glance
The Course at River Oaks is an 18-hole golf course in Searcy, Arkansas (72143). The course was designed by John Floyd and opened in 1993. From the Blue tees, The Course at River Oaks plays to 6,158 yards at par 71. The course offers 6 sets of tees ranging from 4,987 to 6,158 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 123 and a course rating of 70.3, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 35% of rated golf courses in Arkansas. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 1-10 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at The Course at River Oaks.
About The Course at River Oaks
The Course at River Oaks is a 18-hole golf course located in Searcy, Arkansas (72143). The course was designed by John Floyd and established in 1993. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,158 yards with a par of 71. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 123 and a course rating of 70.3.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 127, The Course at River Oaks is more accessible than most courses in Arkansas. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 4,987 to 6,158 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Par
71
Length
6,158
Slope
123
Rating
70.3
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
127
This Course
130
AR Average
113
US Average
Based on 94 rated courses in Arkansas
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 123 | 70.3 | 363 | 429 | 195 | 480 | 149 | 341 | 272 | 163 | 510 | 2902 | 536 | 177 | 398 | 164 | 312 | 435 | 379 | 481 | 374 | 3256 | 6,158 |
White | 121 | 68.9 | 350 | 423 | 183 | 473 | 134 | 326 | 261 | 152 | 488 | 2790 | 509 | 157 | 376 | 152 | 294 | 419 | 364 | 465 | 359 | 3095 | 5,885 |
GoldWomen's | 127 | 72.7 | 337 | 409 | 183 | 470 | 125 | 308 | 260 | 145 | 492 | 2729 | 502 | 150 | 376 | 152 | 296 | 363 | 348 | 451 | 358 | 2996 | 5,725 |
GoldMen's | 119 | 68.3 | 337 | 409 | 183 | 470 | 125 | 308 | 260 | 145 | 492 | 2729 | 502 | 150 | 376 | 152 | 296 | 363 | 348 | 451 | 358 | 2996 | 5,725 |
Red | 118 | 68.6 | 307 | 317 | 137 | 421 | 119 | 298 | 253 | 133 | 403 | 2388 | 438 | 142 | 298 | 146 | 237 | 339 | 310 | 398 | 291 | 2599 | 4,987 |
Red | 114 | 64.5 | 307 | 317 | 137 | 421 | 119 | 298 | 253 | 133 | 403 | 2388 | 438 | 142 | 298 | 146 | 237 | 339 | 310 | 398 | 291 | 2599 | 4,987 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The Course at River Oaks offers 6 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,158 | 123 | 70.3 | 12-22 |
White | 5,885 | 121 | 68.9 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,725 | 127 | 72.7 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,725 | 119 | 68.3 | 12-22 |
Red | 4,987 | 118 | 68.6 | 25+ |
Red | 4,987 | 114 | 64.5 | 25+ |
Amenities at The Course at River Oaks
The Course at River Oaks features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for The Course at River Oaks. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Course at River Oaks a public or private golf course?expand_more
The Course at River Oaks is a public golf course located in Searcy, AR. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does The Course at River Oaks have?expand_more
The Course at River Oaks is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1993. The course was designed by John Floyd.
What is the yardage at The Course at River Oaks?expand_more
From the White tees, The Course at River Oaks plays to 5,885 yards (par 71). The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 4,987 to 6,158 yards.
What is the slope rating at The Course at River Oaks?expand_more
The Blue tees at The Course at River Oaks have a slope rating of 123 and a course rating of 70.3. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk The Course at River Oaks?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at The Course at River Oaks. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The Course at River Oaks?expand_more
Visit the official course website at http://www.thecourseatriveroaks.com/ or call +1 501-279-4653 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does The Course at River Oaks offer?expand_more
The Course at River Oaks offers a pro shop.
Where is The Course at River Oaks located?expand_more
The Course at River Oaks is located at 1 Golf Course Drive in Searcy, AR 72143. You can reach them at +1 501-279-4653.
What is the difficulty level at The Course at River Oaks?expand_more
The Course at River Oaks is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 127. It plays harder than 35% of golf courses in Arkansas. The average slope rating in Arkansas is 130. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at The Course at River Oaks?expand_more
The Course at River Oaks offers 6 tee sets. Blue tees (6,158 yards, slope 123) are recommended for mid-handicap golfers. Red tees (4,987 yards, slope 114) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at The Course at River Oaks?expand_more
Beginners at The Course at River Oaks should play the Red tees, which play 4,987 yards with a slope of 114. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at The Course at River Oaks?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 119, rating 68.3) at The Course at River Oaks would have a course handicap of 13 and an expected score of approximately 84. This uses the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at The Course at River Oaks?expand_more
A typical round at The Course at River Oaks takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.