River Pointe Golf Club
About River Pointe Golf Club
River Pointe Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Albany, Georgia (31701). The course was designed by Mike Young and established in 1995. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,760 yards with a par of 72. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 73.0.
Walking is permitted.
River Pointe Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 140, putting it in the upper half of courses in Georgia for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,770 to 6,760 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
72
Length
6,760
Slope
140
Rating
73.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
140
This Course
134
GA Average
113
US Average
Based on 284 rated courses in Georgia
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 | 140 | 73.0 | 382 | 522 | 547 | 322 | 194 | 416 | 200 | 404 | 430 | 3417 | 388 | 306 | 203 | 323 | 602 | 159 | 494 | 399 | 469 | 3343 | 6,760 |
Players | 137 | 71.8 | 382 | 522 | 510 | 322 | 175 | 392 | 180 | 404 | 396 | 3283 | 388 | 306 | 179 | 323 | 557 | 159 | 494 | 388 | 433 | 3227 | 6,510 |
Blue | 134 | 70.6 | 353 | 487 | 510 | 289 | 175 | 392 | 180 | 361 | 396 | 3143 | 356 | 282 | 179 | 301 | 557 | 153 | 477 | 388 | 433 | 3126 | 6,269 |
White | 136 | 73.8 | 342 | 477 | 463 | 277 | 158 | 379 | 132 | 344 | 376 | 2948 | 345 | 263 | 154 | 290 | 489 | 102 | 460 | 351 | 400 | 2854 | 5,802 |
White | 126 | 68.6 | 342 | 477 | 463 | 277 | 158 | 379 | 132 | 344 | 376 | 2948 | 345 | 263 | 154 | 290 | 489 | 102 | 460 | 351 | 400 | 2854 | 5,802 |
Gold | 128 | 70.3 | 306 | 447 | 429 | 231 | 102 | 305 | 120 | 302 | 329 | 2571 | 336 | 231 | 121 | 271 | 478 | 92 | 373 | 344 | 349 | 2595 | 5,166 |
Gold | 116 | 66.2 | 306 | 447 | 429 | 231 | 102 | 305 | 120 | 302 | 329 | 2571 | 336 | 231 | 121 | 271 | 478 | 92 | 373 | 344 | 349 | 2595 | 5,166 |
Red | 118 | 68.6 | 300 | 369 | 385 | 227 | 95 | 296 | 79 | 296 | 325 | 2372 | 332 | 228 | 116 | 239 | 398 | 80 | 368 | 311 | 326 | 2398 | 4,770 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 13 | 5 | 15 | 17 | 1 | 11 | 9 | 3 | 8 | 16 | 10 | 14 | 4 | 18 | 12 | 6 | 2 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
River Pointe Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,760 | 140 | 73.0 | 0-5 |
Players | 6,510 | 137 | 71.8 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,269 | 134 | 70.6 | 5-15 |
White | 5,802 | 136 | 73.8 | 12-22 |
White | 5,802 | 126 | 68.6 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,166 | 128 | 70.3 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,166 | 116 | 66.2 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,770 | 118 | 68.6 | 25+ |
Amenities at River Pointe Golf Club
River Pointe Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for River Pointe Golf Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is River Pointe Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
River Pointe Golf Club is a public golf course located in Albany, GA. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does River Pointe Golf Club have?expand_more
River Pointe Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1995. The course was designed by Mike Young.
What is the yardage at River Pointe Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, River Pointe Golf Club plays to 5,802 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,770 to 6,760 yards.
What is the slope rating at River Pointe Golf Club?expand_more
The Black tees at River Pointe Golf Club have a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 73.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk River Pointe Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at River Pointe Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at River Pointe Golf Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at River Pointe Golf Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.riverpointegolfcourse.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does River Pointe Golf Club offer?expand_more
River Pointe Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is River Pointe Golf Club located?expand_more
River Pointe Golf Club is located at 801 River Pointe Drive in Albany, GA 31701. You can reach them at +1-229-883-4885.
What is the difficulty level at River Pointe Golf Club?expand_more
River Pointe Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 140. It plays harder than 74% of golf courses in Georgia. The average slope rating in Georgia is 134. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at River Pointe Golf Club?expand_more
River Pointe Golf Club offers 8 tee sets. Black tees (6,760 yards, slope 140) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (4,770 yards, slope 118) 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 River Pointe Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at River Pointe Golf Club should play the Red tees, which play 4,770 yards with a slope of 118. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at River Pointe Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White tees (slope 126, rating 68.6) at River Pointe Golf Club would have a course handicap of 13 and an expected score of approximately 85. This is calculated using the USGA 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 Pointe Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at River Pointe Golf 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.