River Islands Golf Club
About River Islands Golf Club
River Islands Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Kodak, Tennessee (37764). The course was designed by Arthur Hills and established in 1990. From the Champion tees, the course plays to 7,001 yards with a par of 72. The Champion tees carry a slope rating of 146 and a course rating of 74.3.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 146, River Islands Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in Tennessee, playing harder than 96% 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 6 tee sets ranging from 4,863 to 7,001 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
7,001
Slope
146
Rating
74.3
Course Difficulty Analysis
146
This Course
129
TN Average
113
US Average
Based on 124 rated courses in Tennessee
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Champion | 146 | 74.3 | 386 | 401 | 195 | 579 | 186 | 639 | 440 | 221 | 550 | 3597 | 402 | 379 | 363 | 383 | 548 | 202 | 529 | 170 | 428 | 3404 | 7,001 |
Member | 137 | 70.9 | 365 | 353 | 160 | 547 | 160 | 475 | 408 | 180 | 519 | 3167 | 380 | 342 | 338 | 357 | 512 | 150 | 435 | 142 | 400 | 3056 | 6,223 |
River | 137 | 74.5 | 331 | 330 | 145 | 511 | 131 | 450 | 395 | 157 | 502 | 2952 | 367 | 303 | 305 | 340 | 490 | 135 | 416 | 117 | 350 | 2823 | 5,775 |
River | 129 | 68.5 | 331 | 330 | 145 | 511 | 131 | 450 | 395 | 157 | 502 | 2952 | 367 | 303 | 305 | 340 | 490 | 135 | 416 | 117 | 350 | 2823 | 5,775 |
Island | 120 | 64.4 | 305 | 279 | 65 | 476 | 80 | 416 | 341 | 134 | 450 | 2546 | 300 | 260 | 184 | 245 | 467 | 107 | 363 | 84 | 317 | 2327 | 4,873 |
Island | 122 | 69.1 | 305 | 279 | 65 | 476 | 80 | 406 | 341 | 134 | 450 | 2536 | 300 | 260 | 184 | 245 | 467 | 107 | 363 | 84 | 317 | 2327 | 4,863 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 17 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 15 | 5 | 7 | 11 | 3 | 12 | 10 | 16 | 14 | 2 | 8 | 6 | 18 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
River Islands Golf Club offers 6 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Champion | 7,001 | 146 | 74.3 | 0-5 |
Member | 6,223 | 137 | 70.9 | 5-15 |
River | 5,775 | 137 | 74.5 | 12-22 |
River | 5,775 | 129 | 68.5 | 12-22 |
Island | 4,873 | 120 | 64.4 | 25+ |
Island | 4,863 | 122 | 69.1 | 25+ |
Amenities at River Islands Golf Club
River Islands Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for River Islands Golf Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is River Islands Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
River Islands Golf Club is a public golf course located in Kodak, TN. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does River Islands Golf Club have?expand_more
River Islands Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1990. The course was designed by Arthur Hills.
What is the yardage at River Islands Golf Club?expand_more
From the Champion tees, River Islands Golf Club plays to 7,001 yards (par 72). The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 4,863 to 7,001 yards.
What is the slope rating at River Islands Golf Club?expand_more
The Champion tees at River Islands Golf Club have a slope rating of 146 and a course rating of 74.3. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk River Islands Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at River Islands Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at River Islands Golf Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at River Islands Golf Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does River Islands Golf Club offer?expand_more
River Islands Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is River Islands Golf Club located?expand_more
River Islands Golf Club is located at 9610 Kodak Rd in Kodak, TN 37764. You can reach them at 865-933-0100.
What is the difficulty level at River Islands Golf Club?expand_more
River Islands Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 146. It plays harder than 96% of golf courses in Tennessee. The average slope rating in Tennessee is 129. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at River Islands Golf Club?expand_more
River Islands Golf Club offers 6 tee sets. Champion tees (7,001 yards, slope 146) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Island tees (4,863 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 River Islands Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at River Islands Golf Club should play the Island tees, which play 4,863 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 River Islands Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the River tees (slope 129, rating 68.5) at River Islands Golf 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 River Islands Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at River Islands 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.