Riverbend Country Club
Course at a glance
Riverbend Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Sugar Land, Texas (77478). The course was designed by Press Maxwell and opened in 1957. From the Gold tees, Riverbend Country Club plays to 6,908 yards at par 72. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 5,378 to 6,908 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 74.3, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 63% of rated golf courses in Texas. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bermuda grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 41-50 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Riverbend Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Riverbend Country Club
Riverbend Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Sugar Land, Texas (77478). The course was designed by Press Maxwell and established in 1957. From the Gold tees, the course plays to 6,908 yards with a par of 72. The Gold tees carry a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 74.3.
Walking is permitted.
Riverbend Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 139, putting it in the upper half of courses in Texas for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,378 to 6,908 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.
Texas offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
72
Length
6,908
Slope
139
Rating
74.3
Course Difficulty Analysis
139
This Course
135
TX Average
113
US Average
Based on 424 rated courses in Texas
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 | 139 | 74.3 | 559 | 386 | 371 | 191 | 387 | 420 | 203 | 483 | 398 | 3398 | 415 | 407 | 502 | 403 | 187 | 484 | 387 | 158 | 567 | 3510 | 6,908 |
Gold/Blue | 137 | 73.3 | 559 | 355 | 371 | 191 | 387 | 381 | 178 | 483 | 374 | 3279 | 415 | 391 | 481 | 384 | 187 | 447 | 387 | 158 | 553 | 3403 | 6,682 |
Blue | 134 | 72.5 | 541 | 355 | 359 | 147 | 368 | 381 | 178 | 469 | 374 | 3172 | 395 | 391 | 481 | 384 | 176 | 447 | 348 | 137 | 553 | 3312 | 6,484 |
Blue/White | 130 | 71.1 | 541 | 300 | 343 | 147 | 368 | 347 | 149 | 469 | 344 | 3008 | 371 | 391 | 481 | 340 | 166 | 427 | 348 | 137 | 553 | 3214 | 6,222 |
WhiteMen's | 129 | 69.5 | 523 | 300 | 343 | 126 | 350 | 347 | 149 | 431 | 344 | 2913 | 371 | 351 | 452 | 340 | 166 | 427 | 328 | 110 | 479 | 3024 | 5,937 |
WhiteWomen's | 135 | 74.9 | 523 | 300 | 343 | 126 | 350 | 347 | 149 | 407 | 344 | 2889 | 371 | 351 | 452 | 340 | 166 | 427 | 328 | 110 | 479 | 3024 | 5,913 |
Red/WhiteMen's | 122 | 67.4 | 451 | 300 | 343 | 86 | 350 | 317 | 113 | 407 | 344 | 2711 | 352 | 351 | 452 | 328 | 142 | 361 | 328 | 110 | 440 | 2864 | 5,575 |
Red/WhiteWomen's | 134 | 73.3 | 451 | 300 | 343 | 86 | 350 | 317 | 113 | 380 | 344 | 2684 | 352 | 351 | 452 | 340 | 142 | 361 | 300 | 90 | 479 | 2867 | 5,551 |
Red | 120 | 66.4 | 451 | 296 | 328 | 86 | 331 | 317 | 113 | 407 | 293 | 2622 | 352 | 330 | 440 | 328 | 142 | 361 | 300 | 90 | 440 | 2783 | 5,405 |
Red | 127 | 71.5 | 451 | 296 | 328 | 86 | 331 | 317 | 113 | 380 | 293 | 2595 | 352 | 330 | 440 | 328 | 142 | 361 | 300 | 90 | 440 | 2783 | 5,378 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 13 | 7 | 17 | 9 | 3 | 15 | 1 | 11 | 8 | 12 | 4 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 16 | 14 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Riverbend Country Club 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold | 6,908 | 139 | 74.3 | 0-5 |
Gold/Blue | 6,682 | 137 | 73.3 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,484 | 134 | 72.5 | 5-15 |
Blue/White | 6,222 | 130 | 71.1 | 5-15 |
White | 5,937 | 129 | 69.5 | 12-22 |
White | 5,913 | 135 | 74.9 | 12-22 |
Red/White | 5,575 | 122 | 67.4 | 20-30 |
Red/White | 5,551 | 134 | 73.3 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,405 | 120 | 66.4 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,378 | 127 | 71.5 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Riverbend Country Club
Riverbend Country Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Riverbend Country Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Riverbend Country Club a public or private golf course?
Riverbend Country Club is a public golf course located in Sugar Land, TX. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Riverbend Country Club have?
Riverbend Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1957. The course was designed by Press Maxwell.
What is the yardage at Riverbend Country Club?
From the Blue/White tees, Riverbend Country Club plays to 6,222 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,378 to 6,908 yards.
What is the slope rating at Riverbend Country Club?
The Gold tees at Riverbend Country Club have a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 74.3. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Riverbend Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Riverbend Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Riverbend Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.riverbendcountryclub.org/ or call 281-491-2500 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Riverbend Country Club offer?
Riverbend Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Riverbend Country Club located?
Riverbend Country Club is located at 1214 Dulles Ave in Sugar Land, TX 77478. You can reach them at 281-491-2500.
What is the difficulty level at Riverbend Country Club?
Riverbend Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 139. It plays harder than 63% of golf courses in Texas. The average slope rating in Texas is 135. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Riverbend Country Club?
Riverbend Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Gold tees (6,908 yards, slope 139) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Red tees (5,378 yards, slope 127) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Riverbend Country Club?
Beginners at Riverbend Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,378 yards with a slope of 127. 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 Riverbend Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the White tees (slope 135, rating 74.9) at Riverbend Country Club has a course handicap of 21, 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 Riverbend Country Club?
A typical round at Riverbend 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.