Riverside Golf Club
About Riverside Golf Club
Riverside Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in North Riverside, Illinois (60546). The course was designed by William Langford and established in 1893. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,748 yards with a par of 71. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 73.5.
Walking is permitted.
Riverside Golf Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 136, putting it in the upper half of courses in Illinois for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,766 to 6,748 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.
Golf in Illinois typically runs from May through October. Spring and fall offer the best conditions with lower humidity and fewer crowds. Book early for prime weekend morning tee times during peak summer months.
Par
71
Length
6,748
Slope
136
Rating
73.5
Course Difficulty Analysis
136
This Course
130
IL Average
113
US Average
Based on 442 rated courses in Illinois
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 | 136 | 73.5 | 442 | 433 | 190 | 367 | 437 | 370 | 165 | 401 | 538 | 3343 | 584 | 448 | 369 | 186 | 438 | 495 | 315 | 400 | 170 | 3405 | 6,748 |
Member | 134 | 72.9 | 442 | 421 | 176 | 367 | 412 | 355 | 165 | 370 | 538 | 3246 | 584 | 432 | 369 | 186 | 428 | 490 | 315 | 390 | 170 | 3364 | 6,610 |
White | 132 | 72.0 | 425 | 421 | 176 | 340 | 412 | 355 | 152 | 370 | 505 | 3156 | 571 | 432 | 332 | 164 | 428 | 490 | 286 | 390 | 157 | 3250 | 6,406 |
Legend | 128 | 70.2 | 400 | 421 | 150 | 340 | 318 | 355 | 152 | 290 | 505 | 2931 | 505 | 385 | 332 | 150 | 428 | 490 | 286 | 360 | 135 | 3071 | 6,002 |
Gold | 134 | 73.8 | 400 | 417 | 150 | 324 | 318 | 330 | 130 | 290 | 470 | 2829 | 505 | 385 | 317 | 150 | 412 | 405 | 261 | 360 | 135 | 2930 | 5,759 |
Gold | 125 | 69.1 | 400 | 417 | 150 | 324 | 318 | 330 | 130 | 290 | 470 | 2829 | 505 | 385 | 317 | 150 | 412 | 405 | 261 | 360 | 135 | 2930 | 5,759 |
Green | 122 | 68.3 | 317 | 313 | 95 | 273 | 318 | 290 | 130 | 90 | 380 | 2206 | 428 | 345 | 269 | 110 | 353 | 405 | 230 | 312 | 108 | 2560 | 4,766 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 15 | 5 | 11 | 4 | 2 | 14 | 12 | 6 | 10 | 18 | 8 | 16 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Riverside Golf Club offers 7 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,748 | 136 | 73.5 | 0-5 |
Member | 6,610 | 134 | 72.9 | 5-15 |
White | 6,406 | 132 | 72.0 | 5-15 |
Legend | 6,002 | 128 | 70.2 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,759 | 134 | 73.8 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,759 | 125 | 69.1 | 12-22 |
Green | 4,766 | 122 | 68.3 | 25+ |
Amenities at Riverside Golf Club
Riverside Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Riverside 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 Riverside Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Riverside Golf Club is a public golf course located in North Riverside, IL. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Riverside Golf Club have?expand_more
Riverside Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1893. The course was designed by William Langford.
What is the yardage at Riverside Golf Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Riverside Golf Club plays to 6,406 yards (par 71). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,766 to 6,748 yards.
What is the slope rating at Riverside Golf Club?expand_more
The Blue tees at Riverside Golf Club have a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 73.5. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Riverside Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Riverside Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Riverside Golf Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Riverside Golf Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.rgc1893.org/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Riverside Golf Club offer?expand_more
Riverside Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Riverside Golf Club located?expand_more
Riverside Golf Club is located at 2520 Des Plaines Ave in North Riverside, IL 60546. You can reach them at 708-447-8152.
What is the difficulty level at Riverside Golf Club?expand_more
Riverside Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 136. It plays harder than 74% of golf courses in Illinois. The average slope rating in Illinois is 130. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Riverside Golf Club?expand_more
Riverside Golf Club offers 7 tee sets. Blue tees (6,748 yards, slope 136) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Green tees (4,766 yards, slope 122) 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 Riverside Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Riverside Golf Club should play the Green tees, which play 4,766 yards with a slope of 122. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Riverside Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Legend tees (slope 128, rating 70.2) at Riverside Golf Club would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 87. 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 Riverside Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Riverside 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.