Riverside Country Club
About Riverside Country Club
Riverside Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Battle Creek, Michigan (49014). The course was designed by Bruce & Jerry Matthews and established in 1942. From the Black/W tees, the course plays to 6,547 yards with a par of 75. The Black/W tees carry a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 79.2.
Walking is permitted.
Riverside Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 137, putting it in the upper half of courses in Michigan for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 14 tee sets ranging from 4,802 to 6,547 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 Michigan 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
75
Length
6,547
Slope
137
Rating
79.2
Course Difficulty Analysis
137
This Course
133
MI Average
113
US Average
Based on 490 rated courses in Michigan
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/W | 137 | 79.2 | 397 | 457 | 287 | 503 | 165 | 361 | 486 | 156 | 464 | 3276 | 204 | 382 | 510 | 337 | 520 | 349 | 340 | 425 | 204 | 3271 | 6,547 |
Black/M | 127 | 72.1 | 397 | 457 | 287 | 503 | 165 | 361 | 486 | 156 | 464 | 3276 | 204 | 382 | 510 | 337 | 520 | 349 | 340 | 425 | 204 | 3271 | 6,547 |
Blue/W | 136 | 78.1 | 397 | 457 | 287 | 483 | 165 | 361 | 421 | 144 | 435 | 3150 | 204 | 382 | 510 | 337 | 492 | 349 | 340 | 383 | 204 | 3201 | 6,351 |
Blue/M | 125 | 71.2 | 397 | 457 | 287 | 483 | 165 | 361 | 421 | 144 | 435 | 3150 | 204 | 382 | 510 | 337 | 492 | 349 | 340 | 383 | 204 | 3201 | 6,351 |
Blue/White/W | 136 | 77.2 | 385 | 457 | 287 | 483 | 157 | 356 | 413 | 144 | 413 | 3095 | 167 | 382 | 510 | 337 | 492 | 341 | 340 | 365 | 195 | 3129 | 6,224 |
Blue/White/M | 125 | 70.6 | 385 | 457 | 287 | 483 | 157 | 356 | 413 | 144 | 413 | 3095 | 167 | 382 | 510 | 337 | 492 | 341 | 340 | 365 | 195 | 3129 | 6,224 |
White/W | 132 | 76.0 | 385 | 450 | 268 | 472 | 157 | 356 | 413 | 133 | 413 | 3047 | 167 | 341 | 480 | 315 | 473 | 341 | 324 | 365 | 195 | 3001 | 6,048 |
White/M | 123 | 69.8 | 385 | 450 | 268 | 472 | 157 | 356 | 413 | 133 | 413 | 3047 | 167 | 341 | 480 | 315 | 473 | 341 | 324 | 365 | 195 | 3001 | 6,048 |
White/Red/W | 128 | 73.4 | 373 | 450 | 268 | 408 | 140 | 356 | 406 | 133 | 399 | 2933 | 157 | 290 | 391 | 315 | 405 | 288 | 324 | 293 | 160 | 2623 | 5,556 |
White/Red/M | 114 | 67.4 | 373 | 450 | 268 | 408 | 140 | 356 | 406 | 133 | 399 | 2933 | 157 | 290 | 391 | 315 | 405 | 288 | 324 | 293 | 160 | 2623 | 5,556 |
Red/W | 128 | 72.5 | 373 | 403 | 253 | 408 | 140 | 325 | 406 | 122 | 399 | 2829 | 157 | 290 | 391 | 277 | 405 | 288 | 312 | 293 | 160 | 2573 | 5,402 |
Red/M | 112 | 66.7 | 373 | 403 | 253 | 408 | 140 | 325 | 406 | 122 | 399 | 2829 | 157 | 290 | 391 | 277 | 405 | 288 | 312 | 293 | 160 | 2573 | 5,402 |
Green/W | 117 | 68.7 | 300 | 320 | 253 | 408 | 140 | 240 | 331 | 122 | 336 | 2450 | 157 | 290 | 318 | 277 | 330 | 288 | 239 | 293 | 160 | 2352 | 4,802 |
Green/M | 108 | 63.7 | 300 | 320 | 253 | 408 | 140 | 240 | 331 | 122 | 336 | 2450 | 157 | 290 | 318 | 277 | 330 | 288 | 239 | 293 | 160 | 2352 | 4,802 |
| Par | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 39 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 75 | ||
| HCP | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Riverside Country Club offers 14 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black/W | 6,547 | 137 | 79.2 | 5-15 |
Black/M | 6,547 | 127 | 72.1 | 5-15 |
Blue/W | 6,351 | 136 | 78.1 | 5-15 |
Blue/M | 6,351 | 125 | 71.2 | 5-15 |
Blue/White/W | 6,224 | 136 | 77.2 | 5-15 |
Blue/White/M | 6,224 | 125 | 70.6 | 5-15 |
White/W | 6,048 | 132 | 76.0 | 12-22 |
White/M | 6,048 | 123 | 69.8 | 12-22 |
White/Red/W | 5,556 | 128 | 73.4 | 20-30 |
White/Red/M | 5,556 | 114 | 67.4 | 20-30 |
Red/W | 5,402 | 128 | 72.5 | 20-30 |
Red/M | 5,402 | 112 | 66.7 | 20-30 |
Green/W | 4,802 | 117 | 68.7 | 25+ |
Green/M | 4,802 | 108 | 63.7 | 25+ |
Amenities at Riverside Country Club
Riverside Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Riverside Country 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 Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Riverside Country Club is a public golf course located in Battle Creek, MI. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Riverside Country Club have?expand_more
Riverside Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1942. The course was designed by Bruce & Jerry Matthews.
What is the yardage at Riverside Country Club?expand_more
From the Blue/White/W tees, Riverside Country Club plays to 6,224 yards (par 75). The course offers 14 tee sets ranging from 4,802 to 6,547 yards.
What is the slope rating at Riverside Country Club?expand_more
The Black/W tees at Riverside Country Club have a slope rating of 137 and a course rating of 79.2. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Riverside Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Riverside Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Riverside Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Riverside Country Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.bcriverside.com/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Riverside Country Club offer?expand_more
Riverside Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Riverside Country Club located?expand_more
Riverside Country Club is located at 245 East Columbia Avenue in Battle Creek, MI 49014. You can reach them at +1-269-964-0291.
What is the difficulty level at Riverside Country Club?expand_more
Riverside Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 137. It plays harder than 66% of golf courses in Michigan. The average slope rating in Michigan is 133. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Riverside Country Club?expand_more
Riverside Country Club offers 14 tee sets. Black/W tees (6,547 yards, slope 137) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Green/M tees (4,802 yards, slope 108) 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 Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Riverside Country Club should play the Green/M tees, which play 4,802 yards with a slope of 108. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Riverside Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the White/M tees (slope 123, rating 69.8) at Riverside Country Club would have a course handicap of 14 and an expected score of approximately 86. 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 Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Riverside 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.