The River Course
Course at a glance
The River Course is an 18-hole golf course in Kansas City, Missouri. From the BLACK tees, The River Course plays to 6,830 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 3,771 to 6,830 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 147 and a course rating of 73.4, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 96% of rated golf courses in Missouri. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at The River Course.
About The River Course
The River Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Kansas City, Missouri.. From the BLACK tees, the course plays to 6,830 yards with a par of 72. The BLACK tees carry a slope rating of 147 and a course rating of 73.4.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 147, The River Course is one of the more challenging courses in Missouri, playing harder than 96% of rated courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 3,771 to 6,830 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
6,830
Slope
147
Rating
73.4
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
147
This Course
128
MO Average
113
US Average
Based on 174 rated courses in Missouri
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 | 147 | 73.4 | 415 | 203 | 542 | 369 | 587 | 354 | 428 | 168 | 345 | 3411 | 403 | 422 | 195 | 523 | 434 | 169 | 398 | 517 | 358 | 3419 | 6,830 |
BLUE | 136 | 71.2 | 389 | 184 | 506 | 358 | 541 | 322 | 375 | 152 | 311 | 3138 | 392 | 378 | 172 | 501 | 394 | 162 | 377 | 489 | 322 | 3187 | 6,325 |
WHITEWomen's | 140 | 74.1 | 361 | 155 | 480 | 316 | 506 | 297 | 347 | 144 | 278 | 2884 | 360 | 347 | 162 | 481 | 359 | 147 | 355 | 454 | 310 | 2975 | 5,859 |
WHITEMen's | 122 | 69.3 | 361 | 155 | 480 | 316 | 506 | 297 | 347 | 144 | 278 | 2884 | 360 | 347 | 162 | 481 | 359 | 147 | 355 | 454 | 310 | 2975 | 5,859 |
SILVERWomen's | 134 | 71.6 | 340 | 135 | 446 | 269 | 416 | 288 | 328 | 136 | 269 | 2627 | 282 | 332 | 152 | 425 | 353 | 136 | 348 | 438 | 299 | 2765 | 5,392 |
SILVERMen's | 118 | 67.3 | 340 | 135 | 446 | 269 | 416 | 288 | 328 | 136 | 269 | 2627 | 282 | 332 | 152 | 425 | 353 | 136 | 348 | 438 | 299 | 2765 | 5,392 |
RED | 118 | 69.0 | 317 | 103 | 390 | 247 | 416 | 256 | 287 | 81 | 246 | 2343 | 267 | 297 | 134 | 388 | 328 | 104 | 325 | 416 | 252 | 2511 | 4,854 |
RED | 113 | 64.5 | 317 | 103 | 390 | 247 | 416 | 256 | 287 | 81 | 246 | 2343 | 267 | 297 | 134 | 388 | 328 | 104 | 325 | 416 | 252 | 2511 | 4,854 |
ORANGEWomen's | 106 | 62.7 | 240 | 103 | 295 | 238 | 305 | 200 | 216 | 81 | 200 | 1878 | 210 | 222 | 134 | 284 | 265 | 104 | 225 | 283 | 166 | 1893 | 3,771 |
ORANGEMen's | 105 | 60.7 | 240 | 103 | 295 | 238 | 305 | 200 | 216 | 81 | 200 | 1878 | 210 | 222 | 134 | 284 | 265 | 104 | 225 | 283 | 166 | 1893 | 3,771 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 4 | 14 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 6 | 16 | 12 | 7 | 5 | 15 | 9 | 3 | 17 | 1 | 11 | 13 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The River 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 | 6,830 | 147 | 73.4 | 0-5 |
BLUE | 6,325 | 136 | 71.2 | 5-15 |
WHITE | 5,859 | 140 | 74.1 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,859 | 122 | 69.3 | 12-22 |
SILVER | 5,392 | 134 | 71.6 | 20-30 |
SILVER | 5,392 | 118 | 67.3 | 20-30 |
RED | 4,854 | 118 | 69.0 | 25+ |
RED | 4,854 | 113 | 64.5 | 25+ |
ORANGE | 3,771 | 106 | 62.7 | 25+ |
ORANGE | 3,771 | 105 | 60.7 | 25+ |
Amenities at The River Course
The River 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 The River Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The River Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
The River Course is a public golf course located in Kansas City, MO. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does The River Course have?expand_more
The River Course is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at The River Course?expand_more
From the WHITE tees, The River Course plays to 5,859 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 3,771 to 6,830 yards.
What is the slope rating at The River Course?expand_more
The BLACK tees at The River Course have a slope rating of 147 and a course rating of 73.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk The River Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at The River Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The River Course?expand_more
Contact the course directly to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does The River Course offer?expand_more
The River Course offers a pro shop.
Where is The River Course located?expand_more
The River Course is located in Kansas City, MO.
What is the difficulty level at The River Course?expand_more
The River Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 147. It plays harder than 96% of golf courses in Missouri. The average slope rating in Missouri is 128. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at The River Course?expand_more
The River Course offers 10 tee sets. BLACK tees (6,830 yards, slope 147) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. ORANGE tees (3,771 yards, slope 105) 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 The River Course?expand_more
Beginners at The River Course should play the ORANGE tees, which play 3,771 yards with a slope of 105. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at The River Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the SILVER tees (slope 118, rating 67.3) at The River Course would have a course handicap of 11 and an expected score of approximately 83. 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 The River Course?expand_more
A typical round at The River 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.