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4.1
2114 Reviews (2114)
5 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
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1 Stars
48
Conditions
3.9
Value
4.3
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.5
90.4%
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4.2
38 Reviews (38)
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4 Stars
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Conditions
4.1
Value
4.5
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.1
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.7
92.1%
Recommend this course
35 out of 38 reviews
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4.1
172 Reviews (172)
5 Stars
58
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
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1 Stars
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Conditions
4.0
Value
4.2
Layout
4.2
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.5
StaffFriendliness
4.6
89.0%
Recommend this course
153 out of 172 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 70
Length 6293 yards
Slope 124
Rating 70.5

River Run Golf Links is a municipal course owned by the city of Bradenton. Unlike many others in the area, golfers won't have to worry about hitting homes on this non-residential course. The layout is player friendly enough for all skill levels to enjoy but it's also a fair test that is anything but boring. The two nines are referred to as the River Nine, the front, and the Pirate nine. The golf course is mostly straightforward and a pleasure to walk, although there are carts available. Ancient oak trees draped with Spanish moss provide shade and scenery throughout the course. Water has a prominent presence, coming into play on almost every hole. Some of the holes are tight and can be quite challenging but beginners can still approach River Run Golf Links with confidence.

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Course Details

Year Built 1987
Greens Bermuda Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Ward Northrup Jed Azinger (2005) Gordon G. Lewis (2005)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Golf School/Academy Yes
Teaching Pro Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Walking Allowed Yes
Dress code Properly dressed, no cut offs or tank tops

Food & Beverage

Snacks
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4.1
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Great as always

The course is great and the staff are awesome. The people in front of my group were truly beginners, yet played like they could hit the ball 400 yds - but could barely hit it past the next tee box. They actually were waiting for the green to clear before they would tee off - even the par 5's. Other than the extra hour to play, the experience was great as always.

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Windy weather
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Fun In The Wind

The course let us switch with another couple so both couples had a woman golfer. We were able to team up with a couple we never met before. Had a blast with this couple. Even exchanged phone numbers at the end of the 18 holes. We also love this course!!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
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Pace Average
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Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Conditions Good
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Conditions Fair
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Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
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Reviews 3
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Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Nice friendly staff, well maintained

Enjoyed the time got 18 on after teaming up with 2 guys that were fun to be with and pretty good golfers

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Reviews 10
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Conditions Average
Value Good
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Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
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3.0
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Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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Skill Intermediate
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I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Poor
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 10
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
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Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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Reviews 10
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3.0
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Enjoyed the round.

Course was in fair to good condition for this time of year. Staff was friendly. Was hoping to hit some practice balls off the grass, but had to use mat.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing

Hidden Gem

Nice course. Nice length. A few water challenges. Great value

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 2
I Recommend This Course
3.0
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Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 53
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

favorite course

This is Bradenton's municipal course and as such, you wouldn't expect a great course but that is where the surprise exists. It's definitely my favorite of the area in a course where you can play without a second mortgage on your home. The staff makes the best impression to start with and then the golf is very enjoyable too. It's not a real difficult layout but it is not boring either. They get a LOT of play so be prepared to have a lot of company but staff seems to be always in the right place to monitor play. Greens are healthy for the time of year but as you would expect in dormancy, they are rather slow. For me, it's the best value for the money anywhere within 50 miles.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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Reviews 82
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I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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