River Creek Golf Course
Course at a glance
River Creek Golf Course is a 9-hole golf course in Ahwahnee, California (93601). Its published scorecard supports a complete 18-hole round by playing the nine-hole layout twice. The course was designed by John Hilborn and opened in 1990. From the Black tees, River Creek Golf Course plays to 6,298 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 5,130 to 6,298 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 130 and a course rating of 70.2, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 30% 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 winter rye fairways. Hazards include 21-30 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at River Creek Golf Course.
About River Creek Golf Course
River Creek Golf Course is a 9-hole golf course located in Ahwahnee, California (93601). The course was designed by John Hilborn and established in 1990. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,298 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 130 and a course rating of 70.2.
Walking is permitted.
River Creek Golf Course has a nine-hole physical layout with a published 18-hole round scorecard. Golfers complete the full round by playing the layout as two nines.
With a slope rating of 130, River Creek Golf Course is more accessible than most courses in California. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,130 to 6,298 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
6,298
Slope
130
Rating
70.2
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
130
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 130 | 70.2 | 526 | 368 | 188 | 380 | 353 | 338 | 498 | 155 | 343 | 3149 | 526 | 368 | 188 | 380 | 353 | 338 | 498 | 155 | 343 | 3149 | 6,298 |
Blue | 128 | 69.4 | 506 | 358 | 178 | 372 | 345 | 322 | 494 | 148 | 333 | 3056 | 506 | 358 | 178 | 372 | 345 | 322 | 494 | 148 | 333 | 3056 | 6,112 |
Blue/White | 127 | 68.7 | 506 | 358 | 178 | 372 | 345 | 322 | 494 | 148 | 333 | 3056 | 442 | 341 | 160 | 358 | 328 | 319 | 481 | 135 | 315 | 2879 | 5,935 |
WHITEWomen's | 124 | 73.2 | 442 | 341 | 160 | 358 | 328 | 319 | 481 | 135 | 315 | 2879 | 442 | 341 | 160 | 358 | 328 | 319 | 481 | 135 | 315 | 2879 | 5,758 |
WhiteMen's | 125 | 68.0 | 442 | 341 | 160 | 358 | 328 | 319 | 481 | 135 | 315 | 2879 | 442 | 341 | 160 | 358 | 328 | 319 | 481 | 135 | 315 | 2879 | 5,758 |
YELLOWWomen's | 124 | 70.8 | 422 | 306 | 144 | 335 | 314 | 301 | 457 | 123 | 302 | 2704 | 422 | 306 | 144 | 335 | 314 | 301 | 457 | 123 | 302 | 2704 | 5,408 |
YellowMen's | 119 | 66.0 | 422 | 306 | 144 | 335 | 314 | 301 | 457 | 123 | 302 | 2704 | 422 | 306 | 144 | 335 | 314 | 301 | 457 | 123 | 302 | 2704 | 5,408 |
YELLOW/RED | 124 | 70.0 | 422 | 306 | 144 | 335 | 314 | 301 | 457 | 123 | 302 | 2704 | 412 | 272 | 93 | 328 | 291 | 299 | 457 | 118 | 295 | 2565 | 5,269 |
RED | 119 | 69.8 | 412 | 272 | 93 | 328 | 291 | 299 | 457 | 118 | 295 | 2565 | 412 | 272 | 93 | 328 | 291 | 299 | 457 | 118 | 295 | 2565 | 5,130 |
Red | 115 | 64.8 | 412 | 272 | 93 | 328 | 291 | 299 | 457 | 118 | 295 | 2565 | 412 | 272 | 93 | 328 | 291 | 299 | 457 | 118 | 295 | 2565 | 5,130 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 1 | 15 | 7 | 3 | 11 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 5 | 2 | 16 | 8 | 4 | 12 | 10 | 14 | 18 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
River Creek Golf Course offers 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,298 | 130 | 70.2 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,112 | 128 | 69.4 | 12-22 |
Blue/White | 5,935 | 127 | 68.7 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,758 | 124 | 73.2 | 12-22 |
White | 5,758 | 125 | 68.0 | 12-22 |
YELLOW | 5,408 | 124 | 70.8 | 20-30 |
Yellow | 5,408 | 119 | 66.0 | 20-30 |
YELLOW/RED | 5,269 | 124 | 70.0 | 20-30 |
RED | 5,130 | 119 | 69.8 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,130 | 115 | 64.8 | 20-30 |
Amenities at River Creek Golf Course
River Creek 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 River Creek Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is River Creek Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
River Creek Golf Course is a public golf course located in Ahwahnee, CA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does River Creek Golf Course have?expand_more
River Creek Golf Course is a 9-hole golf course. It was established in 1990. The course was designed by John Hilborn.
What is the yardage at River Creek Golf Course?expand_more
From the Blue/White tees, River Creek Golf Course plays to 5,935 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,130 to 6,298 yards.
What is the slope rating at River Creek Golf Course?expand_more
The Black tees at River Creek Golf Course have a slope rating of 130 and a course rating of 70.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk River Creek Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at River Creek Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at River Creek Golf Course?expand_more
Contact the course directly or call 559-683-3388 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does River Creek Golf Course offer?expand_more
River Creek Golf Course offers a pro shop.
Where is River Creek Golf Course located?expand_more
River Creek Golf Course is located at 41709 Rd 600 in Ahwahnee, CA 93601. You can reach them at 559-683-3388.
Is River Creek Golf Course a 9-hole or 18-hole course?expand_more
River Creek Golf Course has a nine-hole physical layout. Its published scorecard supports a complete 18-hole round by playing the layout as two nines, so Stymie shows the physical course as 9 holes and preserves the published 18-hole scorecard totals.
What is the difficulty level at River Creek Golf Course?expand_more
River Creek Golf Course is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 130. It plays harder than 30% 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 River Creek Golf Course?expand_more
River Creek Golf Course offers 10 tee sets. Black tees (6,298 yards, slope 130) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (5,130 yards, slope 115) 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 River Creek Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at River Creek Golf Course should play the Red tees, which play 5,130 yards with a slope of 115. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at River Creek Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the YELLOW tees (slope 124, rating 70.8) at River Creek Golf Course would have a course handicap of 15 and an expected score of approximately 87. 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 River Creek Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at River Creek 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.