Kiawah Island Club - River Course
About Kiawah Island Club - River Course
Kiawah Island Club - River Course is a 18-hole golf course located in St Johns, South Carolina.. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 7,068 yards with a par of 72. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 155 and a course rating of 76.1.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 155, Kiawah Island Club - River Course is one of the more challenging courses in South Carolina, playing harder than 100% of 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 13 tee sets ranging from 4,611 to 7,068 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
7,068
Slope
155
Rating
76.1
Course Difficulty Analysis
155
This Course
137
SC Average
113
US Average
Based on 182 rated courses in South Carolina
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 155 | 76.1 | 402 | 558 | 204 | 373 | 343 | 175 | 482 | 547 | 422 | 3506 | 440 | 388 | 200 | 512 | 444 | 421 | 529 | 188 | 440 | 3562 | 7,068 |
Blue | 153 | 74.2 | 379 | 538 | 189 | 369 | 321 | 160 | 432 | 505 | 408 | 3301 | 421 | 369 | 176 | 498 | 416 | 392 | 501 | 168 | 411 | 3352 | 6,653 |
Blue / White | 152 | 73.0 | 360 | 499 | 170 | 369 | 321 | 160 | 387 | 505 | 386 | 3157 | 404 | 369 | 176 | 479 | 384 | 383 | 501 | 168 | 411 | 3275 | 6,432 |
White | 150 | 78.5 | 360 | 499 | 170 | 347 | 301 | 136 | 387 | 483 | 386 | 3069 | 404 | 344 | 142 | 479 | 384 | 383 | 473 | 149 | 402 | 3160 | 6,229 |
White | 142 | 72.3 | 360 | 499 | 170 | 347 | 301 | 136 | 387 | 483 | 386 | 3069 | 404 | 344 | 142 | 479 | 384 | 383 | 473 | 149 | 402 | 3160 | 6,229 |
White / Green | 138 | 69.9 | 319 | 488 | 170 | 347 | 301 | 136 | 364 | 483 | 291 | 2899 | 322 | 344 | 142 | 391 | 337 | 373 | 473 | 149 | 355 | 2886 | 5,785 |
Green | 142 | 74.5 | 319 | 488 | 140 | 299 | 244 | 104 | 364 | 456 | 291 | 2705 | 322 | 326 | 124 | 391 | 337 | 373 | 413 | 149 | 355 | 2790 | 5,495 |
Green | 134 | 68.5 | 319 | 488 | 140 | 299 | 244 | 104 | 364 | 456 | 291 | 2705 | 322 | 326 | 124 | 391 | 337 | 373 | 413 | 149 | 355 | 2790 | 5,495 |
Green / Red | 138 | 72.7 | 319 | 488 | 140 | 299 | 244 | 104 | 364 | 409 | 291 | 2658 | 322 | 290 | 124 | 349 | 337 | 296 | 413 | 127 | 298 | 2556 | 5,214 |
Red | 133 | 71.2 | 319 | 371 | 140 | 299 | 244 | 104 | 278 | 409 | 291 | 2455 | 313 | 290 | 104 | 349 | 254 | 296 | 413 | 127 | 298 | 2444 | 4,899 |
Red | 125 | 65.3 | 319 | 371 | 140 | 299 | 244 | 104 | 278 | 409 | 291 | 2455 | 313 | 290 | 104 | 349 | 254 | 296 | 413 | 127 | 298 | 2444 | 4,899 |
Black | 128 | 69.5 | 265 | 371 | 130 | 299 | 244 | 104 | 278 | 409 | 291 | 2391 | 253 | 290 | 104 | 311 | 254 | 296 | 314 | 100 | 298 | 2220 | 4,611 |
Black | 123 | 64.3 | 265 | 371 | 130 | 299 | 244 | 104 | 278 | 409 | 291 | 2391 | 253 | 290 | 104 | 311 | 254 | 296 | 314 | 100 | 298 | 2220 | 4,611 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 17 | 1 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 10 | 16 | 12 | 8 | 6 | 14 | 18 | 2 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Kiawah Island Club - River Course offers 13 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 7,068 | 155 | 76.1 | 0-5 |
Blue | 6,653 | 153 | 74.2 | 5-15 |
Blue / White | 6,432 | 152 | 73.0 | 5-15 |
White | 6,229 | 150 | 78.5 | 5-15 |
White | 6,229 | 142 | 72.3 | 5-15 |
White / Green | 5,785 | 138 | 69.9 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,495 | 142 | 74.5 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,495 | 134 | 68.5 | 20-30 |
Green / Red | 5,214 | 138 | 72.7 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,899 | 133 | 71.2 | 25+ |
Red | 4,899 | 125 | 65.3 | 25+ |
Black | 4,611 | 128 | 69.5 | 25+ |
Black | 4,611 | 123 | 64.3 | 25+ |
Amenities at Kiawah Island Club - River Course
Kiawah Island Club - River Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Kiawah Island Club - River Course. 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 Kiawah Island Club - River Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Kiawah Island Club - River Course is a public golf course located in St Johns, SC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Kiawah Island Club - River Course have?expand_more
Kiawah Island Club - River Course is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at Kiawah Island Club - River Course?expand_more
From the Blue / White tees, Kiawah Island Club - River Course plays to 6,432 yards (par 72). The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 4,611 to 7,068 yards.
What is the slope rating at Kiawah Island Club - River Course?expand_more
The Gold tees at Kiawah Island Club - River Course have a slope rating of 155 and a course rating of 76.1. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Kiawah Island Club - River Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Kiawah Island Club - River Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Kiawah Island Club - River Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Kiawah Island Club - River Course. You can also visit their website directly at https://kiawahresort.com. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Kiawah Island Club - River Course offer?expand_more
Kiawah Island Club - River Course offers a pro shop.
Where is Kiawah Island Club - River Course located?expand_more
Kiawah Island Club - River Course is located in St Johns, SC. You can reach them at +1-843-459-9538.
What is the difficulty level at Kiawah Island Club - River Course?expand_more
Kiawah Island Club - River Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 155. It plays harder than 100% of golf courses in South Carolina. The average slope rating in South Carolina is 137. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Kiawah Island Club - River Course?expand_more
Kiawah Island Club - River Course offers 13 tee sets. Gold tees (7,068 yards, slope 155) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Black tees (4,611 yards, slope 123) 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 Kiawah Island Club - River Course?expand_more
Beginners at Kiawah Island Club - River Course should play the Black tees, which play 4,611 yards with a slope of 123. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Kiawah Island Club - River Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Green tees (slope 142, rating 74.5) at Kiawah Island Club - River Course would have a course handicap of 21 and an expected score of approximately 93. 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 Kiawah Island Club - River Course?expand_more
A typical round at Kiawah Island Club - 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.