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Riverside Golf Course

2034 Pier Dr, Ruskin, Florida 33570, Hillsborough County
(888) 317-1102, (813) 645-2000
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A view of a hole at Riverside Golf Course. Riverside GC
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A view of the clubhouse at Riverside Golf Course

About

Situated along Florida's Gulf Coast, Riverside Golf Club in Ruskin is part of a peaceful retirement community. At just over 6,100 yards from the tips, the golf course is on the short side but it still offers an enjoyable round. From the back tees, the course actually presents quite a formidable test. The layout meanders along a creek before wandering across idyllic farmland and finishing along the river bluffs overlooking Hayes Bayou. The diverse terrain provides an array of scenery as well as a variety of different challenges. Water hazards come into play on several holes and there are several strategically placed bunkers lurking along the greensides, waiting to swallow errant shots. Riverside Golf Club's layout combines more difficult holes with player-friendly features, which makes it approachable for players of any skill level.

Holes 18
Par 71
Length 6167 yds
Rating 68.6
Slope 121
Type Semi-Private/Resort
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Year Built 1954
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens TifEagle Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect(s) Ward Northrup (1954)
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3.7
3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 985 reviews
76.8%
Recommend
985
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  • 1 Stars
  • Conditions
    3.5
  • Value
    3.9
  • Layout
    3.9
  • Friendliness
    4.5
  • Pace
    4.2
  • Amenities
    3.7
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Course Highlights
Exceptionally friendly staff and a well-designed layout with tight, strategic fairways make Riverside a rewarding challenge for focused golfers. Rounds move at a brisk pace, and the course offers strong overall value for the experience delivered.

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Golfers Often Mention

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 10
19th Hole Scenic Views 6
Course Challenges:
Water Hazards 19
Bunkers 14
Narrow Fairways 10
Best For:
Locals 17
Seniors 13
Beginners 7
Location is:
Convenient to the City 10
Worth the Drive 10
In the 'Burbs 8

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colehouston
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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g8r06
Reviews 41
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

Meh at best

Fairways overgrown. Greens are just the same grass cropped shorter, and still overgrown.They roll maybe like a 5

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Layout 2.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 2.0
Commented Sep 11, 2026
We're disappointed to hear that your visit fell short of what you expected. Providing a positive experience for every guest is important to us, and we appreciate you bringing your concerns to our attention.
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stg1mix
Reviews 13
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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u000003194932
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u757966953
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
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Thatgolflife
Reviews 18
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

First timer

My buddy and I really enjoyed this course. We were a 2some and there was a 4some ahead of us that we were trying hard not to press them. We backed off a hole earlier but as a 2some you just go faster. They were putting on a par 3 when we came around to the hole, finished, and waved is on. It was very nice and doesn't happen as much as it should.

Everyone there was nice and the course was in good shape.

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First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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alexkeller
Reviews 122
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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u000005359064
Reviews 51
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Old friend

I lived in Ruskin from 2011 to 2016 and played Riverside every Monday with our park league. Nothing much has changed except for a lot more houses on the course. Greens are still slow but, putt pretty true. I enjoyed getting to play it again.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
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u000005359064
Reviews 51
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Replay

From 2011 thru 2016 I played this course every Monday morning during the winter I played here with our park league. Nice course with some challenging holes. The course was in good shape. The greens were as slow as I remembered them but, putted true. I enjoyed playing it again.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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Dugindeep
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
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KingOsi
T O P 100
Reviews 176
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

Feel cheated

We were not told that the greens had been aerated.

Top 100 Contributor
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
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drjohn93
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

Avoid this course

Not much better than a pitch snd putt course. Tee boxes and fairways are in bad shape. This course is best left to members who are part of a modular(really?) home golf course community. We had to have the carts back by 5pm ( with 3 hrs of light left) because the retired people working there needed to go home early. Ridiculous

First Time Playing
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Layout 1.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 2.0
Commented May 19, 2026
Sorry to hear about your experience. We’re looking into the situation and addressing it with our team. We appreciate the feedback and the opportunity to learn from it.
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kpack1970
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 4.0
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Gerad7637499
Reviews 26
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

It’s a Shame

Tee boxes and fairways were is rough shape. The course is very tight with houses. Seems the course gets a lot of play. Better conditions it would be a fun course to play. If you spray the ball stay away.

First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
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u893307285
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played

Needs water

Tee boxes and fairway need water. Greens where good shape.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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Dugindeep
Reviews 5
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
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OhqULeioLOv1V5BjasD0
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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camscamp
Reviews 140
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
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HQTRdQPfENhBCz87p49D
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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Maderia708
T O P 250
Reviews 346
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 3.0
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