White Heron Golf Club

About
White Heron Golf Club (formerly known as Ridgewood Lakes Golf Club) has had many accolades over its history and for good reason. The Ted McAnlis layout is sculptured from lush rolling land and features immaculate playing conditions year round. Water and natural wetlands come into play on 16 of our 18 holes and the resident breeze can significantly change the course from day to day. Yet despite the natural beauty and obvious pedigree of the layout, with four sets of tees the course is still enjoyable for golfers of all levels.
Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
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Black | 72 | 7409 yards | ||
Blue | 72 | 6907 yards | ||
White | 72 | 6393 yards | ||
Gold | 72 | 5881 yards | ||
Red (W) | 72 | 5294 yards |
Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
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Black M: 76.5/144 | 392 | 442 | 395 | 560 | 392 | 210 | 607 | 190 | 425 | 3613 | 397 | 620 | 230 | 545 | 442 | 206 | 434 | 423 | 380 | 3677 | 7290 |
Blue M: 74.2/139 | 378 | 420 | 377 | 520 | 342 | 190 | 555 | 165 | 392 | 3339 | 361 | 560 | 225 | 510 | 422 | 196 | 404 | 387 | 326 | 3391 | 6730 |
White M: 71.9/131 | 336 | 397 | 330 | 495 | 333 | 160 | 505 | 155 | 382 | 3093 | 334 | 527 | 210 | 460 | 392 | 173 | 379 | 360 | 297 | 3132 | 6225 |
Yellow M: 69.5/124 W: 75.5/130 | 283 | 374 | 294 | 447 | 305 | 145 | 475 | 135 | 314 | 2772 | 271 | 450 | 170 | 410 | 301 | 139 | 353 | 315 | 240 | 2649 | 5421 |
Green M: 66.9/119 W: 71.9/125 | 278 | 334 | 287 | 358 | 290 | 124 | 390 | 107 | 285 | 2453 | 211 | 350 | 150 | 350 | 293 | 129 | 310 | 310 | 232 | 2335 | 4788 |
Handicap | 13 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 12 | 8 | 18 | 14 | 2 | 10 | 16 | |||
Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
Handicap (W) | 13 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 7 | 6 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 14 | 18 | 4 | 10 | 16 |
Course Details
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Golf Advisor: Top 25 Most Improved U.S. Golf Courses (2020 #1)
Reviews
Reviewer Photos
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Photo submitted by 61qZ7JAAqqI2mOVX7dvK on 07/25/2025
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Hidden gem Photo submitted by jazzy1810 on 07/10/2025
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2nd shot on the Par 5 - still managed a birdie. Photo submitted by josiemay on 05/17/2025
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Accurate shot needed Photo submitted by jazzy1810 on 08/26/2024
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Photo submitted by FAST4U on 07/25/2024
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Photo submitted by dlpetrella on 07/06/2024
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Photo submitted by dlpetrella on 07/06/2024
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Photo submitted by dlpetrella on 07/06/2024
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Photo submitted by jazzy1810 on 06/23/2024
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Photo submitted by Cop4God on 06/04/2024
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Photo submitted by MHKIDD on 03/16/2024
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Photo submitted by MHKIDD on 03/16/2024
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Photo submitted by MHKIDD on 03/16/2024
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Photo submitted by MHKIDD on 03/16/2024
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Photo submitted by u314161790046 on 10/24/2023
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Photo submitted by blakecannon on 10/17/2023
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Photo submitted by PaulSturgess on 10/10/2023
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Photo submitted by PaulSturgess on 10/10/2023
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Photo submitted by PaulSturgess on 10/10/2023
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Photo submitted by PaulSturgess on 10/10/2023
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Photo submitted by MrMcCarter9 on 07/24/2023
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Photo submitted by GTWRECK on 05/13/2023
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Photo submitted by u000004080709 on 01/07/2023
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Photo submitted by rafaerosas on 12/25/2022
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Nice touches Photo submitted by sandier on 12/20/2022
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White heron Photo submitted by sandier on 12/20/2022
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4th tee box Photo submitted by sandier on 12/20/2022
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Photo submitted by avrunner02 on 06/09/2022
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This is how all of the green looked. Photo submitted by ZxPw4vZwNv1XPm2PFjif on 05/31/2022
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Photo submitted by u033216939 on 03/30/2022
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Photo submitted by u033216939 on 03/17/2022
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Photo submitted by Darren2542652 on 02/27/2022
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Photo submitted by Darren2542652 on 02/27/2022
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Photo submitted by Darren2542652 on 02/27/2022
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Great par 3! Photo submitted by SYz0vH5624OsXpDGZuTz on 01/21/2022
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Not really in play but cool bunker! Photo submitted by SYz0vH5624OsXpDGZuTz on 01/21/2022
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Photo submitted by Scarantinom on 01/07/2022
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Photo submitted by Scarantinom on 01/07/2022
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Photo submitted by u000005582728 on 01/21/2021
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Photo submitted by u000005582728 on 01/21/2021
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Photo submitted by u000005582728 on 01/21/2021
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Photo submitted by u000005582728 on 01/21/2021
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Photo submitted by u000005582728 on 01/21/2021
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Photo submitted by u000005582728 on 01/21/2021
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Photo submitted by u491522621 on 11/29/2020
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Photo submitted by u491522621 on 11/24/2020
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Photo submitted by u491522621 on 09/20/2020
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Photo submitted by GerardLennon1810 on 05/08/2020
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Photo submitted by GerardLennon1810 on 05/08/2020
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Photo submitted by hxV5FfW16DltxvV2VHza on 03/26/2020
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Photo submitted by hxV5FfW16DltxvV2VHza on 03/26/2020
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Photo submitted by hxV5FfW16DltxvV2VHza on 03/26/2020
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Photo submitted by hxV5FfW16DltxvV2VHza on 03/26/2020
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Photo submitted by hxV5FfW16DltxvV2VHza on 03/26/2020
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Photo submitted by u866879201 on 03/24/2020
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Photo submitted by u866879201 on 03/24/2020
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Photo submitted by Teetotaller289 on 03/11/2020
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Photo submitted by Teetotaller289 on 03/11/2020
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Photo submitted by Teetotaller289 on 03/11/2020
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Photo submitted by Teetotaller289 on 03/11/2020
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Photo submitted by Teetotaller289 on 03/11/2020
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Photo submitted by Teetotaller289 on 03/11/2020
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"Finest greens in Polk County" Photo submitted by JeffMizunoMP54 on 04/02/2017
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10th Tee Box Photo submitted by chadone75 on 07/05/2015
Course condition
Four holes were cart path only due to the previous heavy rain and the greens had been hollow tined and sanded. I really enjoyed the layout and have booked another game for next week. The staff and Professional were were very welcoming and I really enjoyed my day and can’t wait to play again
Good value
They have just completed work on the greens so it needs some time to recover, ( much like most of the courses in the atea) the fairways had benefitted from the recent rain after a long dry spell. The price of the round reflected the fact that work was recently done which I think is fair! We will go back again later in the week to play again, hopefully after some more much needed rain! The course is a good test with some interesting holes & fantastic wildlife on show!
Challenging course in great condition.
The starter told us at the beginning of our round that this was a challenging course, and boy he wasn’t kidding. He recommended being a single digit handicap if you’re going to play the blue tees. We played the white tees and still posted high scores.
The course was in great condition though, no complaints about that. Surprisingly the course was really not busy - I’m guessing the heat is driving people away.

Thank you for playing White Heron Golf Course, we're glad your group enjoyed it as that is our goal for everyone of all skill levels to have a good time, your second time through will be a real treat as you will have a better idea of how to play the course. The course has been in great shape all year and it will only get better. Our goal is to be a must play location for Golfers.
Thanks, WHGC
Enjoyable day here.
Got a great deal, course in good condition. Last played in Sept after a lot of rain so was great to have dry fairways. Greens were a good pace and true.

Thank you for the kind words and for playing White Heron Golf Course.
Hopefully you took advantage of having drier fairways and getting more distance. We will keep improving the Golf Experience everyday so your next visit will be even better,
Thanks again, WHGC
Very nice course
Good layout, 2 or 3 tuff holes , but if you keep it in the fairway you'll be fine.. Good times!
Awesome.
The course was in great shape and the staff is incredibly friendly. You can't ask for more than that.

Thank you very much, it will be even better next time you play here as everyday we continue to improve both inside and outside.
Hope to see you soon, WHGC
Some greens where in ruff shape but over all hard coarse
Great day, little windy but fun time
Great course especially if you are from out of town. Staff was awesome and provided key course information and was extremely helpful. We had a great day and would highly recommend.

Thanks for playing White Heron Golf Course and thank you for the kind words.
Our goal is to always make your golf experience a fun and enjoyable day. The information is extremely helpful on this challenging Golf Course, See you soon, WHGC
Thomas0516
Nice course.
Tight fairways
Lots of water
Some of the greens were under repair
Staff was excellent
Great course
From start to finish made to feel welcome the pro even met us at the first tee to tell us about the course.
Great buggies with GPs. Greens good.
Hopefully will be back later on in our hols.

Thank you very much, we love to hear that everyone ha a good time.
Enjoy the rest of your Vacation.
Thanks, Glenn
Below average
Tee boxes were good. Fairways were dried out can't help that with no rain. Greens were dry and fast. To many past cup spots to putt through. Lots of clover and weeds on the greens. Grouped up with a local couple Sam and Doreen was a pleasure to golf with them. Being from east coast Canada they welcomed me.
Thx Rick
Thomas C
Very tight course. When you drive into the parking lot the bring a golf cart to you !! Some of the greens were under repair . You need to hit the ball straight . A very challenging course.
Great golf course
White Heron is now our go to golf course when visiting from the UK.
Good to see Glen again
Excellent value for money and great customer service
A great golf challenge
Will return again
Challenging
Good course, great staff, very welcoming from the cart guy to the starter, were only to happy to help, hope to play again next week as on holiday
Not worth the money
Had high hopes for this course based on the recent comments but was very disappointed. In my opinion this course should be $50 to play. Poor greens, poor areas around the greens, poor fairways and poor tee boxes. Generally don’t write many reviews but don’t let previous comments fool you.

Thank you for playing White Heron Golf Course,
The course is in great shape for the time of year and price. The previous 20 reviews reflect that.
Hopefully you'll try us again in the future.
Thank you, WHGC
Thank you for playing White Heron Golf Club.
We stopped having on course coolers after Covid, but we provide free ice and water plus coolers on every cart, also we have a fully stocked bar and restaurant at the turn.
Thank you, WHGC