Ridgewood Country Club
Course at a glance
Ridgewood Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Waco, Texas (76710). It opened in 1947. From the Black tees, Ridgewood Country Club plays to 6,564 yards at par 70. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 5,072 to 6,564 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 73.0, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 77% 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 bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 71-80 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Ridgewood Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About Ridgewood Country Club
Ridgewood Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Waco, Texas (76710). It was established in 1947. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,564 yards with a par of 70. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 73.0.
Walking is permitted.
Ridgewood Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 143, 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 5,072 to 6,564 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
70
Length
6,564
Slope
135
Rating
73.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
143
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 135 | 73.0 | 408 | 350 | 180 | 368 | 142 | 430 | 383 | 426 | 555 | 3242 | 545 | 348 | 228 | 370 | 423 | 434 | 130 | 429 | 415 | 3322 | 6,564 |
Blue | 129 | 71.7 | 391 | 350 | 174 | 340 | 142 | 410 | 383 | 390 | 520 | 3100 | 545 | 348 | 198 | 370 | 381 | 398 | 130 | 380 | 415 | 3165 | 6,265 |
WhiteWomen's | 143 | 78.1 | 400 | 345 | 166 | 340 | 132 | 418 | 390 | 399 | 533 | 3123 | 520 | 342 | 198 | 363 | 393 | 408 | 114 | 393 | 383 | 3114 | 6,237 |
WhiteMen's | 127 | 71.1 | 391 | 340 | 174 | 340 | 132 | 410 | 375 | 390 | 520 | 3072 | 520 | 333 | 198 | 350 | 381 | 398 | 114 | 380 | 383 | 3057 | 6,129 |
GoldWomen's | 139 | 75.9 | 375 | 329 | 166 | 301 | 130 | 405 | 383 | 389 | 461 | 2939 | 520 | 318 | 165 | 325 | 374 | 368 | 104 | 359 | 371 | 2904 | 5,843 |
GoldMen's | 125 | 69.0 | 375 | 325 | 166 | 315 | 130 | 396 | 370 | 370 | 450 | 2897 | 505 | 310 | 165 | 324 | 355 | 364 | 104 | 350 | 371 | 2848 | 5,745 |
GreenMen's | 122 | 67.7 | 375 | 319 | 166 | 287 | 76 | 405 | 269 | 278 | 461 | 2636 | 520 | 318 | 138 | 325 | 353 | 368 | 94 | 288 | 374 | 2778 | 5,414 |
GreenWomen's | 134 | 73.3 | 375 | 319 | 166 | 287 | 76 | 405 | 269 | 278 | 461 | 2636 | 520 | 318 | 138 | 325 | 353 | 368 | 94 | 288 | 371 | 2775 | 5,411 |
Red | 127 | 71.2 | 369 | 319 | 135 | 287 | 76 | 400 | 269 | 278 | 401 | 2534 | 401 | 299 | 138 | 304 | 353 | 336 | 94 | 288 | 353 | 2566 | 5,100 |
Red | 118 | 65.6 | 369 | 317 | 135 | 287 | 76 | 389 | 269 | 278 | 401 | 2521 | 401 | 295 | 138 | 304 | 345 | 333 | 94 | 288 | 353 | 2551 | 5,072 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 9 | 1 | 17 | 7 | 15 | 3 | 13 | 11 | 5 | 12 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 16 | 14 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Ridgewood 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,564 | 135 | 73.0 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,265 | 129 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
White | 6,237 | 143 | 78.1 | 5-15 |
White | 6,129 | 127 | 71.1 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,843 | 139 | 75.9 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,745 | 125 | 69.0 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,414 | 122 | 67.7 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,411 | 134 | 73.3 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,100 | 127 | 71.2 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,072 | 118 | 65.6 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Ridgewood Country Club
Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood Country Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ridgewood Country Club a public or private golf course?
Ridgewood Country Club is a public golf course located in Waco, TX. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Ridgewood Country Club have?
Ridgewood Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1947.
What is the yardage at Ridgewood Country Club?
From the White tees, Ridgewood Country Club plays to 6,237 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,072 to 6,564 yards.
What is the slope rating at Ridgewood Country Club?
The Black tees at Ridgewood Country Club have a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 73.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Ridgewood Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at Ridgewood Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Ridgewood Country Club?
Contact the course directly or call 254-772-2050 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Ridgewood Country Club offer?
Ridgewood Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Ridgewood Country Club located?
Ridgewood Country Club is located at 7300 Fish Pond Rd in Waco, TX 76710. You can reach them at 254-772-2050.
What is the difficulty level at Ridgewood Country Club?
Ridgewood Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 143. It plays harder than 77% 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 Ridgewood Country Club?
Ridgewood Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Black tees (6,564 yards, slope 135) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (5,072 yards, slope 118) 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 Ridgewood Country Club?
Beginners at Ridgewood Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 5,072 yards with a slope of 118. 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 Ridgewood Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Gold tees (slope 125, rating 69.0) at Ridgewood Country Club has a course handicap of 16, 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 Ridgewood Country Club?
A typical round at Ridgewood 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.