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2.9
1104 Reviews (1104)
5 Stars
254
4 Stars
424
3 Stars
211
2 Stars
108
1 Stars
107
Conditions
2.5
Value
3.0
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.2
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.5
48.6%
Recommend this course
786 out of 1104 reviews
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Average Rating
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2.4
97 Reviews (97)
5 Stars
9
4 Stars
16
3 Stars
14
2 Stars
25
1 Stars
33
Conditions
2.0
Value
2.6
Layout
4.1
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.4
StaffFriendliness
4.0
29.9%
Recommend this course
29 out of 97 reviews
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Average Rating
Avg Rating
2.4
128 Reviews (128)
5 Stars
12
4 Stars
22
3 Stars
19
2 Stars
30
1 Stars
45
Conditions
2.0
Value
2.6
Layout
4.1
Pace
3.7
Amenities
3.4
StaffFriendliness
4.0
31.2%
Recommend this course
40 out of 128 reviews
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Course Highlights
The course layout consistently earns high praise from recent players, offering an engaging design with memorable water features and wildlife encounters. Friendly staff and smooth pace of play make for a welcoming round.

About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private
Par 72
Length 6964 yards
Slope 143
Rating 74.5

Formerly known as River Wilderness Golf and Country Club.

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Course Details

Year Built 1985
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Ted McAnlis (1985)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes
Pitching/Chipping Area Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted MasterCard Visa card(s) Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Appropriate golf attire.

Available Facilities

Clubhouse

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards

Available Sports

Fitness, Tennis
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Reviews

2.9
1104 Reviews (1104)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 8
Course Challenges Include:
Bunkers 31
Water Hazards 27
Forced Carries 14
This course/club is great for:
Locals 22
Advanced Golfers 21
Wildlife/ Scenic Views 14
This Course's Location is:
Worth the Drive 21
In the 'Burbs 15
Convenient to the City 7

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Played On
Reviews 163
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Top 100 Contributor
First Time Playing

Nice course

Nice course. . Pretty average conditions. Pace of play was great until we hit a log jam after about 12 holes. I would play again, but I like Waterlefe which is nearby, much better and essentially the same price.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 48
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 42
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great course.

My first time playing this course was about 3 weeks ago, and I was hoping to be able to get back soon. I was able to get out today, and again, the course did not disappoint.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 28
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser

Bit of a disappointing day. Incompatible pairing, which very rarely happens to us. Slow play. Hate to say it, but maybe they should use a ranger for a bit to educate the golfers on keeping pace, and limit time players spend fishing and searching for balls. Course not in as nice of shape as a couple weeks ago - drying out a bit.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 42
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

New golf carts are most annoying

The new golf carts are quick but the GPS starts beeping a million times when you get around the greens and tees. In addition to that it doesn't let you go certain places. The cart stops and makes you go in reverse at -2 miles per hour. Wait until the lawsuits begin when there is lightning and people cant take a shortcut to get off the course in time.

Aside from the obnoxious carts and gPS system, the course is great. Staff is very friendly and the conditions are improving anf the driving range is free and fun with the fee. I recommend River Wilderness highly and love to play it

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Played On
Reviews 28
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 42
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great day of golf

This course is great in all aspects except pace of play. They need a Marshall to move slow players along.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 28
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great Day

Enjoyed it thoroughly, great pace of play, the greens were good and the layout is a lot of fun.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 59
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Tournament anyone?

We didn’t realize we were part of a tournament until we checked in but it worked out great as it was a shotgun and we’re able to breeze through 18 and played a couple of extra holes in before leaving. We played as a 3 some with Brian a former MLB player and had fun even if we weren’t included in the tournament.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Pleasantly surprised.

Was surprised at the difference at the course. It was very enjoyable and in good shape, especially the greens.

Pace of play was super 3 1/2 hr round.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 16
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Fun day at River Wilderness!!

Had a great time, and course was a lot of fun!?Will play again!!

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 5
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

the club at River Wilderness

The course is under pressure. Greens putted well and the course was ok. The biggest complaint is it's a members course and the 6 some of the members who played in front of us didn't really care about any of the non-member players behind them and staff was powerless.

the club appears to not be investing in the course at this time. Looks like all cash is going into the clubhouse.. Looked and sounded more exciting in the advertisements but it's really a housing development country club.. excellent wildlife of birds and some alligators.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

In great shape

First time playing here. Course was in great shape. Greens rolled true. Course set up made you have to think about your shots. Loved the challenge. Will come back.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Beginner
Plays Twice a year
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 50
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Fun layout

River Wilderness was playing very challenging due to 20 mph winds. The greens rolled well and were consistent speeds. The bunkers need maintenance badly - grass was growing in several of them. Overall, it’s a solid track!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 23
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Amenities Good
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