Rio Bravo Country Club
Course at a glance
Rio Bravo Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Bakersfield, California (93306). The course was designed by Robert Muir Graves and opened in 1979. From the Blue tees, Rio Bravo Country Club plays to 7,000 yards at par 72. The course offers 7 sets of tees ranging from 5,711 to 7,000 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 73.5, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 61% 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 bent grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Rio Bravo Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Rio Bravo Country Club
Rio Bravo Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Bakersfield, California (93306). The course was designed by Robert Muir Graves and established in 1979. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 7,000 yards with a par of 72. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 73.5.
Walking is permitted.
Rio Bravo Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 138, 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 5,711 to 7,000 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
7,000
Slope
133
Rating
73.5
Course Difficulty Analysis
138
This Course
132
CA Average
113
US Average
Based on 641 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 | 133 | 73.5 | 406 | 384 | 578 | 424 | 222 | 553 | 413 | 192 | 374 | 3546 | 407 | 613 | 367 | 228 | 449 | 347 | 154 | 360 | 529 | 3454 | 7,000 |
WhiteWomen's | 138 | 78.5 | 373 | 368 | 557 | 404 | 190 | 529 | 390 | 163 | 356 | 3330 | 369 | 594 | 347 | 190 | 422 | 324 | 142 | 334 | 505 | 3227 | 6,557 |
WhiteMen's | 128 | 71.4 | 373 | 368 | 557 | 404 | 190 | 529 | 390 | 163 | 356 | 3330 | 369 | 594 | 347 | 190 | 422 | 324 | 142 | 334 | 505 | 3227 | 6,557 |
GoldWomen's | 135 | 76.0 | 362 | 352 | 546 | 354 | 158 | 509 | 380 | 152 | 417 | 3230 | 331 | 530 | 327 | 175 | 377 | 313 | 123 | 299 | 497 | 2972 | 6,202 |
GoldMen's | 123 | 69.2 | 362 | 352 | 546 | 354 | 158 | 509 | 380 | 152 | 347 | 3160 | 331 | 530 | 327 | 175 | 377 | 313 | 123 | 299 | 497 | 2972 | 6,132 |
Red | 130 | 73.7 | 323 | 318 | 507 | 350 | 130 | 470 | 346 | 138 | 305 | 2887 | 316 | 525 | 309 | 163 | 373 | 278 | 109 | 294 | 457 | 2824 | 5,711 |
Red | 117 | 67.3 | 323 | 318 | 507 | 350 | 130 | 470 | 346 | 138 | 305 | 2887 | 316 | 525 | 309 | 163 | 373 | 278 | 109 | 294 | 457 | 2824 | 5,711 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 10 | 8 | 16 | 4 | 6 | 12 | 2 | 18 | 14 | 7 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 3 | 15 | 17 | 11 | 5 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Rio Bravo Country Club 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 | 7,000 | 133 | 73.5 | 0-5 |
White | 6,557 | 138 | 78.5 | 5-15 |
White | 6,557 | 128 | 71.4 | 5-15 |
Gold | 6,202 | 135 | 76.0 | 5-15 |
Gold | 6,132 | 123 | 69.2 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,711 | 130 | 73.7 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,711 | 117 | 67.3 | 12-22 |
Amenities at Rio Bravo Country Club
Rio Bravo Country Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Rio Bravo Country Club. 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 Rio Bravo Country Club a public or private golf course?
Rio Bravo Country Club is a public golf course located in Bakersfield, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Rio Bravo Country Club have?
Rio Bravo Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1979. The course was designed by Robert Muir Graves.
What is the yardage at Rio Bravo Country Club?
From the White tees, Rio Bravo Country Club plays to 6,557 yards (par 72). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 5,711 to 7,000 yards.
What is the slope rating at Rio Bravo Country Club?
The Blue tees at Rio Bravo Country Club have a slope rating of 133 and a course rating of 73.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Rio Bravo Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Rio Bravo Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Rio Bravo Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://riobravocountryclub.com/ or call 661-871-4653 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Rio Bravo Country Club offer?
Rio Bravo Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Rio Bravo Country Club located?
Rio Bravo Country Club is located at 15200 Casa Club Dr in Bakersfield, CA 93306. You can reach them at 661-871-4653.
What is the difficulty level at Rio Bravo Country Club?
Rio Bravo Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 138. It plays harder than 61% 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 Rio Bravo Country Club?
Rio Bravo Country Club offers 7 tee sets. Blue tees (7,000 yards, slope 133) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,711 yards, slope 117) are recommended for mid-handicap golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Rio Bravo Country Club?
Beginners at Rio Bravo Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,711 yards with a slope of 117. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at Rio Bravo Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold tees (slope 135, rating 76.0) at Rio Bravo Country Club has a course handicap of 22, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at Rio Bravo Country Club?
A typical round at Rio Bravo Country Club 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.