River Place Country Club
Course at a glance
River Place Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Austin, Texas (78730). The course was designed by Tom Kite & Roy Bechtol and opened in 1982. From the Black tees, River Place Country Club plays to 6,381 yards at par 71. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 4,347 to 6,381 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 144 and a course rating of 79.6, well above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and among the harder courses for mid-handicap golfers. That ranks it harder than roughly 80% of rated golf courses in Texas. 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 tifdwarf grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 61-70 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at River Place Country Club are booked through the course's official website or pro shop; Stymie does not show live tee-time inventory.
About River Place Country Club
River Place Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Austin, Texas (78730). The course was designed by Tom Kite & Roy Bechtol and established in 1982. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,381 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 144 and a course rating of 79.6.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 144, River Place Country Club is one of the more challenging courses in Texas, playing harder than 80% of rated 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 10 tee sets ranging from 4,347 to 6,381 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
71
Length
6,381
Slope
144
Rating
79.6
Course Difficulty Analysis
144
This Course
135
TX Average
113
US Average
Based on 426 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BlackWomen's | 144 | 79.6 | 372 | 139 | 364 | 558 | 378 | 169 | 416 | 394 | 371 | 3161 | 436 | 392 | 133 | 497 | 363 | 287 | 209 | 576 | 327 | 3220 | 6,381 |
BlackMen's | 139 | 72.1 | 372 | 139 | 364 | 558 | 378 | 169 | 416 | 394 | 371 | 3161 | 436 | 392 | 133 | 497 | 363 | 287 | 209 | 576 | 327 | 3220 | 6,381 |
MemberWomen's | 142 | 77.7 | 351 | 139 | 364 | 533 | 353 | 169 | 370 | 360 | 371 | 3010 | 389 | 363 | 133 | 468 | 343 | 287 | 178 | 555 | 327 | 3043 | 6,053 |
MemberMen's | 137 | 70.2 | 351 | 139 | 364 | 533 | 353 | 169 | 370 | 360 | 371 | 3010 | 389 | 363 | 133 | 468 | 343 | 287 | 178 | 555 | 327 | 3043 | 6,053 |
BronzeWomen's | 140 | 76.6 | 351 | 132 | 354 | 533 | 353 | 130 | 338 | 360 | 332 | 2883 | 389 | 363 | 106 | 468 | 343 | 257 | 178 | 555 | 317 | 2976 | 5,859 |
BronzeMen's | 135 | 69.3 | 351 | 132 | 354 | 533 | 353 | 130 | 338 | 360 | 332 | 2883 | 389 | 363 | 106 | 468 | 343 | 257 | 178 | 555 | 317 | 2976 | 5,859 |
GreenWomen's | 132 | 73.7 | 341 | 126 | 325 | 476 | 314 | 109 | 303 | 327 | 310 | 2631 | 358 | 332 | 89 | 447 | 311 | 227 | 135 | 526 | 281 | 2706 | 5,337 |
GreenMen's | 127 | 66.9 | 341 | 126 | 325 | 476 | 314 | 109 | 303 | 327 | 310 | 2631 | 358 | 332 | 89 | 447 | 311 | 227 | 135 | 526 | 281 | 2706 | 5,337 |
Red | 123 | 68.2 | 318 | 66 | 286 | 443 | 206 | 87 | 240 | 239 | 298 | 2183 | 238 | 294 | 66 | 349 | 219 | 217 | 109 | 421 | 251 | 2164 | 4,347 |
Red | 120 | 63.1 | 318 | 66 | 286 | 443 | 206 | 87 | 240 | 239 | 298 | 2183 | 238 | 294 | 66 | 349 | 219 | 217 | 109 | 421 | 251 | 2164 | 4,347 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 17 | 15 | 3 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 1 | 7 | 12 | 6 | 18 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 16 | 10 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
River Place 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 | 6,381 | 144 | 79.6 | 5-15 |
Black | 6,381 | 139 | 72.1 | 5-15 |
Member | 6,053 | 142 | 77.7 | 12-22 |
Member | 6,053 | 137 | 70.2 | 12-22 |
Bronze | 5,859 | 140 | 76.6 | 12-22 |
Bronze | 5,859 | 135 | 69.3 | 12-22 |
Green | 5,337 | 132 | 73.7 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,337 | 127 | 66.9 | 20-30 |
Red | 4,347 | 123 | 68.2 | 25+ |
Red | 4,347 | 120 | 63.1 | 25+ |
Amenities at River Place Country Club
River Place Country Club 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 Place Country Club. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is River Place Country Club a public or private golf course?
River Place Country Club is a public golf course located in Austin, TX. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does River Place Country Club have?
River Place Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1982. The course was designed by Tom Kite & Roy Bechtol.
What is the yardage at River Place Country Club?
From the Black tees, River Place Country Club plays to 6,381 yards (par 71). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 4,347 to 6,381 yards.
What is the slope rating at River Place Country Club?
The Black tees at River Place Country Club have a slope rating of 144 and a course rating of 79.6. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk River Place Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at River Place Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at River Place Country Club?
Contact the course directly or call 512-346-6784 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does River Place Country Club offer?
River Place Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is River Place Country Club located?
River Place Country Club is located at 4207 River Pl Blvd in Austin, TX 78730. You can reach them at 512-346-6784.
What is the difficulty level at River Place Country Club?
River Place Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 144. It plays harder than 80% 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 River Place Country Club?
River Place Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Black tees (6,381 yards, slope 144) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (4,347 yards, slope 120) 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 Place Country Club?
Beginners at River Place Country Club should play the Red tees, which play 4,347 yards with a slope of 120. 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 Place Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Bronze tees (slope 135, rating 69.3) at River Place 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 River Place Country Club?
A typical round at River Place 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.