Riverside Golf Course
Course at a glance
Riverside Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Fresno, California (92501). The course was designed by Charles Maud & Col. W.E. Pedley and opened in 1910. From the Blue tees, Riverside Golf Course plays to 6,650 yards at par 72. The course offers 7 sets of tees ranging from 5,181 to 6,650 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 130 and a course rating of 71.9, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 52% of rated golf courses in California. 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 11-20 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Riverside Golf Course.
About Riverside Golf Course
Riverside Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Fresno, California (92501). The course was designed by Charles Maud & Col. W.E. Pedley and established in 1910. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,650 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 130 and a course rating of 71.9.
Walking is permitted.
Riverside Golf Course offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 136, putting it in the upper half of courses in California for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 5,181 to 6,650 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.
California offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
72
Length
6,650
Slope
130
Rating
71.9
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
136
This Course
132
CA Average
113
US Average
Based on 648 rated courses in California
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 | 130 | 71.9 | 377 | 197 | 380 | 430 | 161 | 548 | 363 | 180 | 535 | 3171 | 419 | 142 | 356 | 437 | 540 | 208 | 521 | 389 | 467 | 3479 | 6,650 |
WHITEWomen's | 136 | 77.0 | 354 | 161 | 371 | 409 | 142 | 534 | 350 | 168 | 527 | 3016 | 402 | 130 | 334 | 403 | 527 | 196 | 500 | 374 | 458 | 3324 | 6,340 |
WhiteMen's | 127 | 70.6 | 354 | 161 | 371 | 409 | 142 | 534 | 350 | 168 | 527 | 3016 | 402 | 130 | 334 | 403 | 527 | 196 | 500 | 374 | 458 | 3324 | 6,340 |
RED | 125 | 73.3 | 324 | 121 | 302 | 334 | 129 | 488 | 338 | 154 | 495 | 2685 | 391 | 119 | 307 | 344 | 433 | 152 | 485 | 353 | 441 | 3025 | 5,710 |
Red | 119 | 67.8 | 324 | 121 | 302 | 334 | 129 | 488 | 338 | 154 | 495 | 2685 | 391 | 119 | 307 | 344 | 433 | 152 | 485 | 353 | 441 | 3025 | 5,710 |
GOLDWomen's | 121 | 69.9 | 270 | 117 | 268 | 330 | 113 | 429 | 275 | 121 | 452 | 2375 | 386 | 89 | 248 | 341 | 430 | 128 | 460 | 343 | 381 | 2806 | 5,181 |
GoldMen's | 111 | 65.5 | 270 | 117 | 268 | 330 | 113 | 429 | 275 | 121 | 452 | 2375 | 386 | 89 | 248 | 341 | 430 | 128 | 460 | 343 | 381 | 2806 | 5,181 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 13 | 9 | 7 | 1 | 17 | 5 | 15 | 11 | 3 | 4 | 16 | 12 | 2 | 14 | 6 | 10 | 8 | 18 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Riverside Golf Course offers 7 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 | 6,650 | 130 | 71.9 | 5-15 |
WHITE | 6,340 | 136 | 77.0 | 5-15 |
White | 6,340 | 127 | 70.6 | 5-15 |
RED | 5,710 | 125 | 73.3 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,710 | 119 | 67.8 | 12-22 |
GOLD | 5,181 | 121 | 69.9 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,181 | 111 | 65.5 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Riverside Golf Course
Riverside Golf Course features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Riverside Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Riverside Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Riverside Golf Course is a public golf course located in Fresno, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Riverside Golf Course have?expand_more
Riverside Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1910. The course was designed by Charles Maud & Col. W.E. Pedley.
What is the yardage at Riverside Golf Course?expand_more
From the WHITE tees, Riverside Golf Course plays to 6,340 yards (par 73). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 5,181 to 6,650 yards.
What is the slope rating at Riverside Golf Course?expand_more
The Blue tees at Riverside Golf Course have a slope rating of 130 and a course rating of 71.9. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Riverside Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Riverside Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Riverside Golf Course?expand_more
Contact the course directly or call 909-682-3748 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Riverside Golf Course offer?expand_more
Riverside Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Riverside Golf Course located?expand_more
Riverside Golf Course is located at 7672 N Josephine Ave in Fresno, CA 92501. You can reach them at 909-682-3748.
What is the difficulty level at Riverside Golf Course?expand_more
Riverside Golf Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 136. It plays harder than 52% of golf courses in California. The average slope rating in California is 132. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Riverside Golf Course?expand_more
Riverside Golf Course offers 7 tee sets. Blue tees (6,650 yards, slope 130) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Gold tees (5,181 yards, slope 111) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Riverside Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Riverside Golf Course should play the Gold tees, which play 5,181 yards with a slope of 111. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Riverside Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the RED tees (slope 125, rating 73.3) at Riverside Golf Course would have a course handicap of 17 and an expected score of approximately 90. 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 Riverside Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Riverside Golf Course 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.