River Falls Plantation
Course at a glance
River Falls Plantation is an 18-hole golf course in Duncan, South Carolina (29334). The course was designed by Gary Player and opened in 1990. From the Player tees, River Falls Plantation plays to 6,540 yards at par 72. The course offers 8 sets of tees ranging from 4,678 to 6,540 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 72.0, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 40% of rated golf courses in South Carolina. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at River Falls Plantation are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About River Falls Plantation
River Falls Plantation is a 18-hole golf course located in Duncan, South Carolina (29334). The course was designed by Gary Player and established in 1990. From the Player tees, the course plays to 6,540 yards with a par of 72. The Player tees carry a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 72.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 136, River Falls Plantation is more accessible than most courses in South Carolina. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,678 to 6,540 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
6,540
Slope
136
Rating
72.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
136
This Course
137
SC Average
113
US Average
Based on 201 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Player | 136 | 72.0 | 346 | 370 | 220 | 527 | 452 | 123 | 337 | 375 | 486 | 3236 | 436 | 183 | 540 | 333 | 351 | 170 | 387 | 375 | 529 | 3304 | 6,540 |
Rocks | 130 | 69.8 | 338 | 354 | 189 | 513 | 403 | 117 | 330 | 361 | 423 | 3028 | 381 | 174 | 522 | 331 | 332 | 161 | 377 | 332 | 484 | 3094 | 6,122 |
RailsWomen's | 135 | 73.8 | 330 | 339 | 175 | 491 | 386 | 108 | 316 | 345 | 413 | 2903 | 350 | 163 | 503 | 318 | 286 | 150 | 360 | 303 | 466 | 2899 | 5,802 |
RailsMen's | 121 | 68.3 | 330 | 339 | 175 | 491 | 386 | 108 | 316 | 345 | 413 | 2903 | 350 | 163 | 503 | 318 | 286 | 150 | 360 | 303 | 466 | 2899 | 5,802 |
GoldWomen's | 127 | 71.8 | 306 | 313 | 163 | 473 | 367 | 108 | 298 | 283 | 395 | 2706 | 336 | 154 | 477 | 248 | 259 | 139 | 347 | 275 | 452 | 2687 | 5,393 |
GoldMen's | 112 | 66.7 | 306 | 313 | 163 | 473 | 367 | 108 | 298 | 283 | 395 | 2706 | 336 | 154 | 477 | 248 | 259 | 139 | 347 | 275 | 452 | 2687 | 5,393 |
Red | 119 | 68.1 | 292 | 274 | 149 | 331 | 322 | 99 | 281 | 283 | 307 | 2338 | 240 | 122 | 434 | 241 | 235 | 112 | 289 | 275 | 392 | 2340 | 4,678 |
Red | 106 | 63.5 | 292 | 274 | 149 | 331 | 322 | 99 | 281 | 283 | 307 | 2338 | 240 | 122 | 434 | 241 | 235 | 112 | 289 | 275 | 392 | 2340 | 4,678 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 15 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 3 | 17 | 9 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 16 | 4 | 18 | 12 | 14 | 8 | 10 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
River Falls Plantation offers 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Player | 6,540 | 136 | 72.0 | 5-15 |
Rocks | 6,122 | 130 | 69.8 | 12-22 |
Rails | 5,802 | 135 | 73.8 | 12-22 |
Rails | 5,802 | 121 | 68.3 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,393 | 127 | 71.8 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,393 | 112 | 66.7 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,678 | 119 | 68.1 | 25+ |
Red | 4,678 | 106 | 63.5 | 25+ |
Amenities at River Falls Plantation
River Falls Plantation features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for River Falls Plantation. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is River Falls Plantation a public or private golf course?
River Falls Plantation is a public golf course located in Duncan, SC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does River Falls Plantation have?
River Falls Plantation is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1990. The course was designed by Gary Player.
What is the yardage at River Falls Plantation?
From the Player tees, River Falls Plantation plays to 6,540 yards (par 72). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 4,678 to 6,540 yards.
What is the slope rating at River Falls Plantation?
The Player tees at River Falls Plantation have a slope rating of 136 and a course rating of 72.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk River Falls Plantation?
Yes, walking is allowed at River Falls Plantation. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at River Falls Plantation?
Contact the course directly or call 864-433-9192 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does River Falls Plantation offer?
River Falls Plantation offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is River Falls Plantation located?
River Falls Plantation is located at 100 Player Blvd in Duncan, SC 29334. You can reach them at 864-433-9192.
What is the difficulty level at River Falls Plantation?
River Falls Plantation is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 136. It plays harder than 40% 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 River Falls Plantation?
River Falls Plantation offers 8 tee sets. Player tees (6,540 yards, slope 136) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (4,678 yards, slope 106) 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 Falls Plantation?
Beginners at River Falls Plantation should play the Red tees, which play 4,678 yards with a slope of 106. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What is the course handicap for a 15 Handicap Index at River Falls Plantation?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold tees (slope 127, rating 71.8) at River Falls Plantation has a course handicap of 17, using the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Course handicap is the number of handicap strokes received from that tee — it is not a prediction of what a golfer will score. Enter your handicap index on Stymie to see your course handicap for every tee.
How long does a round take at River Falls Plantation?
A typical round at River Falls Plantation 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.