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Rio Hondo Golf Club

10627 Old River School Rd, Downey, California 90241, Los Angeles County
(562) 927-2329, (562) 927-2420
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3.6
1236 Reviews
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A view over the water from Rio Hondo Golf Club. Rio Hondo GC
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A sunny day view from Rio Hondo Golf Club. Rio Hondo GC
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Rio Hondo Golf Club: 2nd green
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A view of hole #3 at Rio Hondo Golf Club
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A view of the 4th fairway from green at Rio Hondo Golf Club
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Rio Hondo Golf Club: 7th green

About

Located just minutes from LAX, Rio Hondo Golf Club is conveniently accessible from the South Bay and Orange County. Golf Digest has ranked the course as one of southern California's "Places to Play." The 6,370-yard layout is narrow and challenging, placing a premium on accuracy off the tee. Many locals consider it to be the toughest golf course in the area. The course features tight, tree-lined fairways and subtly contoured greens that are faster than they look. It's not a particularly long layout but the par 3s provide some good length. Golfers will face a variety of challenges throughout, but there is also plenty of scenic respite. Sparkling lakes and cascading waterfalls are scattered across the landscape, coming into play on a few holes as well. In addition to the golf course, there is also a lighted, 30-station driving range at Rio Hondo G.C.

Holes 18
Par 71
Length 6370 yds
Rating 70.9
Slope 125
Type Public
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Practice & Instruction

Driving Range
Bunker
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Pitching & Chipping Area
Putting Green

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Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes
Fivesomes Allowed
Walking Allowed
Dress code Shirts with collars and full length shorts are required.

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Bar
Grill
Restaurant

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Clubhouse
Meeting Facilities
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Year Built 1924
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect(s) John Duncan Dunn (1924) Gerry Pirkl (1994)
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3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars, based on 15 reviews
53.3%
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15
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  • 4 Stars
  • 3 Stars
  • 2 Stars
  • 1 Stars
  • Conditions
    3.1
  • Value
    2.9
  • Layout
    3.7
  • Friendliness
    3.7
  • Pace
    2.5
  • Amenities
    3.5

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Golfers Often Mention

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 27
Watching the Game 12
19th Hole Scenic Views 10
Course Challenges:
Water Hazards 41
Bunkers 39
Narrow Fairways 36
Best For:
Locals 38
Walkers 36
Advanced Golfers 30
Location is:
Convenient to the City 43
Worth the Drive 20
Near the Airport 13

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Chulgee
Review 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played
First Time Playing
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
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Commented on 01/22/2021

We would love to hear more about your 4-star experience on our course. Please tell us what we can do to earn that last star, and thanks for golfing at Rio Hondo Golf Club!

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u286538361
Reviews 6
Recommended
Played

Rio Hondo GC

Course played great. Had a twilight tee time so couldn't get back 9 in but front 9 was perfect. A few fairways that could use some work but overall 8-10

First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 2.0
Difficulty 3.0
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Commented on 01/20/2021

We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. Thank you for the 4 stars! We aim for a 5-star experience, so we always welcome the feedback for improvement. Thank you for playing Rio Hondo Golf Club.

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babos73
Reviews 3
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 1.0
Value 1.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 1.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 1.0
Difficulty 3.0
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Commented on 01/18/2021

Hello and thanks for the review. We see you rated the course 1 star. We take single star feedback very seriously at our course. Please reach out to our management team at (562) 927-2329. Thank you for playing Rio Hondo Golf Club.

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Wenchow
Reviews 228
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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Commented on 01/12/2021

We appreciate you leaving a review and rating us 4 stars. We look forward to having you back at Rio Hondo Golf Club!

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Burich13
Reviews 13
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
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Commented on 01/12/2021

We would love to hear more about your 4-star experience on our course. Please tell us what we can do to earn that last star, and thanks for golfing at Rio Hondo Golf Club!

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zachhayes
Reviews 16
Recommended
Played
First Time Playing
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 2.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 2.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
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Commented on 01/11/2021

Thank you for reviewing us. We see you rated the course 3-stars and are want to know what we can do to improve before your next round. Feel free to comment on this review or reach out to the team in the golf shop. We always appreciate the feedback.

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u314159815494
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
3.0
3.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 2.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 2.0
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Commented on 01/11/2021

We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review. We would love to know how we can earn those last two stars next time! Thanks for playing Rio Hondo Golf Club.

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coachmylo
Reviews 32
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Hole-in-one!!!

One of life’s greatest achievements happened today for me-my third one...

I got a hole-in-one on the 14th 168 yards !!!

One of my favorite course!!!

It was a Special day on a special course

Coach Mylo

Verified Purchaser
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
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Commented on 01/11/2021

We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. Congratulations on the hole-in-one! Thank you for playing Rio Hondo Golf Club. We hope to see you back at the course again soon!

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Boknows3
Reviews 20
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 5.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 2.0
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Commented on 01/06/2021

Hello and thank you for your 5-star rating, Greg! We're delighted you enjoyed your round. Please book another round with us soon, and thanks for choosing Rio Hondo Golf Club!

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poctjays69
Review 1
Played

Was turned away when I showed up for my time because of weather. Did not get a notification prior. Better communication with customers would help!

Verified Purchaser
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Pace 1.0
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Commented on 01/05/2021

Hello and thanks for the review. We see you rated the course 1 star. We take single star feedback very seriously at our course. Please reach out to our management team at (562) 927-2329.

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Boknows3
Reviews 20
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 3.0
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Commented on 01/05/2021

Thank you for taking the time to review us, Greg. Your feedback is valuable, and we look forward to delivering you excellent service again soon. Rio Hondo Golf Club thanks you!

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sangshin
Reviews 2
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Difficulty 4.0
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Commented on 01/05/2021

Hello and thank you for visiting us at Rio Hondo Golf Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

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u475557669
Review 1
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 3.0
Difficulty 4.0
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Commented on 01/05/2021

Thank you so much for the great review. We are glad you had an incredible time, and we hope to see you again soon! Thanks for choosing Rio Hondo Golf Club.

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Wenchow
Reviews 228
Handicap 5-9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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Commented on 01/05/2021

Thank you for visiting us at Rio Hondo Golf Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

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Joelzsantana21
Reviews 9
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Home Course

Played multiple times

POP is usually about 4 hours and 30-40min

Being that I live down the street I'm pretty lucky to be able to consider this my home course, The course is always in great shape. The POP can get a little backed up though which can get pretty aggravating (right around 6-7-8 holes get ready to stand around a while. Then again on 10-11). The other thing that sucks is getting a good morning tee time is impossible due to the men's club having priority.

Overall though the course itself and the management are definitely 5 stars..

Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
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u314159932818
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Stickler for Good Conditions? Rio is Worth It

This course seems consistently well-kept (granted I’ve only played here twice). But if you’re picky like me and play often, on many different courses, you’ll appreciate this one. Especially for under $60

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 01/05/2021

We appreciate you leaving a review and rating us. We will inform the entire team, so they know their hard work is paying off. We look forward to having you back at Rio Hondo Golf Club!

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Boknows3
Reviews 20
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
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 1.0
Amenities 3.0
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Commented on 01/05/2021

Hello, Greg. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are sorry to see that your overall experience was anything short of 5 stars, but we hope you'll give us another try in the near future. Thanks for choosing Rio Hondo Golf Club.

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coachmylo
Reviews 32
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Coach Mylo

Great course! One of my favorite and one of the best on the area!!!

Pace little slow so we’re the greens... but what a gorgeous track in the middle of Downey of all places.

We are all.blessed to be playing golf under the circumstances

Please wear your mask and fairways and greens.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 01/05/2021

We appreciate you taking the time to review the course and rate us. Thank you for the 4 stars! We aim for a 5-star experience, so we always welcome the feedback for improvement. Thank you for playing Rio Hondo Golf Club.

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LAMerc
Reviews 45
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played

Course in good shape, excellent pace

Course in pretty good shape. Very green, partly due to fairways being painted green... but in good shape. This course is usually in very good condition and this round was no different. No complaints from me.

Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 5.0
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Commented on 01/05/2021

We appreciate you leaving a review and rating us. We will inform the entire team, so they know their hard work is paying off. We look forward to having you back at Rio Hondo Golf Club!

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jkeng7676
Reviews 13
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Difficulty 3.0
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Commented on 01/05/2021

Thank you for visiting us at Rio Hondo Golf Club. We appreciate your 4-star rating and review. We hope you join us for another round soon.

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