James River Country Club
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 |
White | 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 |
White | 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 |
Yellow | 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 |
Yellow | 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 |
Green | 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 |
Green | 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 |
Medallion | 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 |
Medallion | 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 Course | 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 Course | 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.
| 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 pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, tee times at James River Country Club are available to members and their guests. Use Stymie's Group Finder for guest access.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is James River Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
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?expand_more
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?expand_more
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?expand_more
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?expand_more
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?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at James River Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does James River Country Club offer?expand_more
James River Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is James River Country Club located?expand_more
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?expand_more
James River Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 134. It plays harder than 39% 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?expand_more
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?expand_more
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 would a 15-handicap shoot at James River Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Yellow tees (slope 119, rating 66.5) at James River Country Club would have a course handicap of 12 and an expected score of approximately 82. 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 James River Country Club?expand_more
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.