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4.1
2167 Reviews (2167)
5 Stars
511
4 Stars
1171
3 Stars
353
2 Stars
84
1 Stars
48
Conditions
3.9
Value
4.3
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.5
90.1%
Recommend this course
1937 out of 2167 reviews
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4.1
61 Reviews (61)
5 Stars
21
4 Stars
25
3 Stars
13
2 Stars
2
1 Stars
0
Conditions
3.8
Value
4.2
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.6
86.9%
Recommend this course
53 out of 61 reviews
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4.2
147 Reviews (147)
5 Stars
61
4 Stars
59
3 Stars
20
2 Stars
4
1 Stars
3
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.3
Layout
4.3
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.6
StaffFriendliness
4.6
89.1%
Recommend this course
131 out of 147 reviews
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Course Highlights
The welcoming staff consistently makes golfers feel at home, and the course delivers strong value with well-maintained greens that roll true. The layout suits all skill levels, with fairways and tee boxes kept in consistently solid condition.

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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Reviews

4.1
2167 Reviews (2167)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 17
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 47
Bunkers 38
Narrow Fairways 32
This course/club is great for:
Locals 45
Seniors 38
Walkers 37
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 58
Worth the Drive 20
In the 'Burbs 10

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Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
3.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 19
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Fair
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Fair
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 11
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Challenging and enjoyable

Beautiful course, pace of play was fantastic. Greens are lightning fast but roll true. Shots take careful preparation as there iare hazards on many holes.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Response from on 02/13/2026:
We truly appreciate the five-star rating! It’s great to hear you enjoyed your visit — we’ll keep working hard to make every experience just as memorable.
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Great Mid Range Course

We really enjoyed this course.

All the staff I interacted with were excellent and Down to earth.

I would play it again good pace of play and plenty of interesting holes

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Response from on 02/11/2026:
We truly appreciate the five-star rating! It’s great to hear you enjoyed your visit — we’ll keep working hard to make every experience just as memorable.
Played On
Reviews 15
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Slow play

Followed a foursome that was sloooooow.

Also saw a 6some that’s right a 6 some.

Never saw a Marshall/ranger.

Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Nice layout

the layout is fun to play. BUT the greens are rolled and dead grass that is painted green and are super fast. The pace on the front was pleasant but then the back was very slow. I have played way better courses in the area within 40 miles

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Response from on 02/06/2026:
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We understand this visit didn’t fully meet expectations and will use your comments to continue improving. We hope to provide a better experience next time.
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Very nice course

This course was very nice. The greens were awesome and the layouts were great. I had an awesome time for my first time out

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 02/04/2026:
Thank you for the great review! We’re thrilled you had a positive experience and look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Played On
Reviews 10
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Nice Course

We had a Frost Delay for approx 45 minutes, then we were 1st off the tee. Pace of play was excellent. The course is in very good condition. Will return next week.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 34
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

What I expected

Munipal course. Played two days after heavy rain. Greens were inconsistent, not smooth. Some had damage around the perimeter. Played after 12. Four and 1/2 hr. round which is a normal pace.. Worth playing for the right price. It's a $30 to $40 course but they are charging premium prices at this time of the year.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 46
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Men’s league awful pace

Tee time was 10:30. Starter was very friendly and tried to get us off on time. However, the remainder of the men’s league were slower than watching paint dry. Our group waited on every shot from the first hole to the last. Pace was right at 4 1/2 hours which for a shorter course is just horrible. Saw the marshal a couple times but just passing by never stopping or attempting to actually do his job.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Orlando Advisor
Previously Played

Much improved!

Excellent value for the price and really nice conditions.

You can tell they have put some time and money into the recent improvements. Staff is always friendly and inviting.

Pace of play is excellent if you can get out early.

Played 18 in 3.5 hours including a little waiting on the back 9.

Layout is fun and fair with a good mix of open and tight holes. Some holes require a little strategy to avoid the hazards.

Tee boxes, fairways and greens were all in great shape

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Response from on 12/29/2025:
Thank you for the awesome review! We're so glad to hear you had a great experience and look forward to having you back again.
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Slow pace

course was in fair condition. Greens were fast, but somewhat rough. pace was extremely slow.

Conditions Average
Value Fair
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Poor
Amenities Average
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 11
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing

Overall good, average course but value for money. Friendly staff and members.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Decent Course That Will Test You

Really liked the layout of this course. Some tight spots that will make you really think about your shot and some interesting holes laid out to make you test your approach or drive off the tee.

Some of the holes had some ground under repair but that is what it is. Courses will always need to be updated and aren’t always in perfect conditions on every hole, especially in Florida.

Pace of play could have been better. There was a foursome in front of me that was taking 20 mins to play a hole and holding up me and three other groups behind them. They weren’t letting anyone pass till people started really pressing them to move faster. No ranger drove around to check which was needed to make them go faster. If there are multiple groups waiting for you, don’t try to fish your ball out of water or look for it in the woods. Drop and move on.

Outside that I would for sure play here again.

Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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