James River Country Club
Course at a glance
James River Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Newport News, Virginia (23606). The course was designed by James McMenamin and opened in 1931. From the Black tees, James River Country Club plays to 6,598 yards at par 70. The course offers 13 sets of tees ranging from 3,119 to 6,598 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 130 and a course rating of 71.7, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 36% of rated golf courses in Virginia. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. 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 James River Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About James River Country Club
James River Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Newport News, Virginia (23606). The course was designed by James McMenamin and established in 1931. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,598 yards with a par of 70. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 130 and a course rating of 71.7.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 134, James River Country Club is more accessible than most courses in Virginia. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 3,119 to 6,598 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
70
Length
6,598
Slope
130
Rating
71.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
134
This Course
136
VA Average
113
US Average
Based on 206 rated courses in Virginia
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 | 130 | 71.7 | 448 | 400 | 207 | 375 | 374 | 525 | 228 | 372 | 452 | 3381 | 517 | 428 | 398 | 219 | 389 | 146 | 411 | 163 | 546 | 3217 | 6,598 |
Blue | 128 | 70.5 | 435 | 392 | 192 | 367 | 363 | 504 | 215 | 365 | 436 | 3269 | 505 | 423 | 367 | 203 | 366 | 141 | 394 | 155 | 517 | 3071 | 6,340 |
WhiteWomen's | 134 | 74.6 | 417 | 369 | 179 | 346 | 316 | 475 | 194 | 352 | 426 | 3074 | 492 | 414 | 357 | 183 | 340 | 131 | 390 | 140 | 486 | 2933 | 6,007 |
WhiteMen's | 125 | 69.1 | 417 | 369 | 179 | 346 | 316 | 475 | 194 | 352 | 426 | 3074 | 492 | 414 | 357 | 183 | 340 | 131 | 390 | 140 | 486 | 2933 | 6,007 |
White/Yellow | 123 | 67.8 | 387 | 369 | 166 | 346 | 311 | 475 | 153 | 352 | 376 | 2935 | 492 | 335 | 325 | 177 | 340 | 131 | 369 | 140 | 486 | 2795 | 5,730 |
YellowWomen's | 128 | 71.5 | 387 | 322 | 166 | 305 | 311 | 470 | 153 | 336 | 376 | 2826 | 448 | 335 | 325 | 177 | 336 | 107 | 369 | 136 | 404 | 2637 | 5,463 |
YellowMen's | 119 | 66.5 | 387 | 322 | 166 | 305 | 311 | 470 | 153 | 336 | 376 | 2826 | 448 | 335 | 325 | 177 | 336 | 107 | 369 | 136 | 404 | 2637 | 5,463 |
GreenWomen's | 123 | 69.3 | 376 | 291 | 162 | 299 | 271 | 413 | 148 | 301 | 340 | 2601 | 404 | 301 | 287 | 152 | 329 | 102 | 335 | 123 | 380 | 2413 | 5,014 |
GreenMen's | 116 | 64.5 | 376 | 291 | 162 | 299 | 271 | 413 | 148 | 301 | 340 | 2601 | 404 | 301 | 287 | 152 | 329 | 102 | 335 | 123 | 380 | 2413 | 5,014 |
MedallionWomen's | 111 | 63.4 | 319 | 238 | 80 | 210 | 232 | 410 | 78 | 212 | 262 | 2041 | 400 | 242 | 222 | 59 | 251 | 94 | 243 | 52 | 368 | 1931 | 3,972 |
MedallionMen's | 105 | 60.6 | 319 | 238 | 80 | 210 | 232 | 410 | 78 | 212 | 262 | 2041 | 400 | 242 | 222 | 59 | 251 | 94 | 243 | 52 | 368 | 1931 | 3,972 |
JRCC Short CourseWomen's | 100 | 58.6 | 179 | 199 | 76 | 167 | 205 | 295 | 69 | 183 | 212 | 1585 | 308 | 191 | 156 | 59 | 201 | 94 | 182 | 52 | 291 | 1534 | 3,119 |
JRCC Short CourseMen's | 100 | 58.0 | 179 | 199 | 76 | 167 | 205 | 295 | 69 | 183 | 212 | 1585 | 308 | 191 | 156 | 59 | 201 | 94 | 182 | 52 | 291 | 1534 | 3,119 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 1 | 5 | 9 | 15 | 11 | 13 | 7 | 17 | 3 | 12 | 2 | 4 | 14 | 8 | 18 | 6 | 16 | 10 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
James River Country Club offers 13 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 | 6,598 | 130 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,340 | 128 | 70.5 | 5-15 |
White | 6,007 | 134 | 74.6 | 12-22 |
White | 6,007 | 125 | 69.1 | 12-22 |
White/Yellow | 5,730 | 123 | 67.8 | 12-22 |
Yellow | 5,463 | 128 | 71.5 | 20-30 |
Yellow | 5,463 | 119 | 66.5 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,014 | 123 | 69.3 | 20-30 |
Green | 5,014 | 116 | 64.5 | 20-30 |
Medallion | 3,972 | 111 | 63.4 | 25+ |
Medallion | 3,972 | 105 | 60.6 | 25+ |
JRCC Short Course | 3,119 | 100 | 58.6 | 25+ |
JRCC Short Course | 3,119 | 100 | 58.0 | 25+ |
Amenities at James River Country Club
James River 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
As a private club, access at James River Country Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is James River Country Club a public or private golf course?
James River Country Club is a private golf course located in Newport News, VA. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does James River Country Club have?
James River Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1931. The course was designed by James McMenamin.
What is the yardage at James River Country Club?
From the White tees, James River Country Club plays to 6,007 yards (par 71). The course offers 13 tee sets ranging from 3,119 to 6,598 yards.
What is the slope rating at James River Country Club?
The Black tees at James River Country Club have a slope rating of 130 and a course rating of 71.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk James River Country Club?
Yes, walking is allowed at James River Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at James River Country Club?
Visit the official course website at https://www.jamesrivercc.com/ or call 757-596-3112 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does James River Country Club offer?
James River Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is James River Country Club located?
James River Country Club is located at 1500 Country Club Rd in Newport News, VA 23606. You can reach them at 757-596-3112.
What is the difficulty level at James River Country Club?
James River Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 134. It plays harder than 36% of golf courses in Virginia. The average slope rating in Virginia is 136. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at James River Country Club?
James River Country Club offers 13 tee sets. Black tees (6,598 yards, slope 130) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. JRCC Short Course tees (3,119 yards, slope 100) 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 James River Country Club?
Beginners at James River Country Club should play the JRCC Short Course tees, which play 3,119 yards with a slope of 100. 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 James River Country Club?
A golfer with a 15.0 Handicap Index playing the Yellow tees (slope 119, rating 66.5) at James River Country Club has a course handicap of 12, 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 James River Country Club?
A typical round at James River Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.