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3.8
1503 Reviews (1503)
5 Stars
345
4 Stars
738
3 Stars
293
2 Stars
87
1 Stars
40
Conditions
3.4
Value
4.1
Layout
4.2
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.9
81.2%
Recommend this course
1277 out of 1503 reviews
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3.4
27 Reviews (27)
5 Stars
6
4 Stars
10
3 Stars
5
2 Stars
0
1 Stars
6
Conditions
3.1
Value
3.7
Layout
4.2
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.4
StaffFriendliness
4.8
63.0%
Recommend this course
17 out of 27 reviews
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3.6
116 Reviews (116)
5 Stars
21
4 Stars
51
3 Stars
28
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
10
Conditions
3.2
Value
3.9
Layout
4.2
Pace
3.8
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.7
74.1%
Recommend this course
86 out of 116 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6791 yards
Slope 136
Rating 72.9

River Oaks Golf Club stretches across more than 800 scenic acres along the Intracoastal Waterway. The Course begins with the shortest of the three nines and finishes with the longest. The final hole on the front nine presents one of the most interesting risk-reward opportunities on the golf course. You can aim for the right bunker for an open shot at the green or try a long drive down the left side for a short approach. River Oaks Golf Clubs' Otter nine has several challenges in store including mounding, strategically placed bunkers, and tricky water hazards.

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Course Details

Year Built 1988
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens Champion UltraDwarf Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Gene Hamm Craig Schreiner (2011)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Pull-carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Golf School/Academy Yes - "The Golf School of Myrtle Beach"
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Credit Cards Accepted VISA, MasterCard Welcomed
Metal Spikes Allowed No
Single Allowed Yes
Walking Allowed Yes

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3.8
1503 Reviews (1503)
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Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great day at River Oaks

This course was very busy when we arrived but staff did an excellent job of getting the groups off. Fairways were in very good shape and open considering the rainy winter weather. Greens were great. Would definitely play here again!

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 37
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 68
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Good Time

Pretty much winter conditions for MB, but with all the rain course was in good shape. Carts ope for all but one hole. Greens fast and fairways in good shape. Traps were out of commission but to be expected. Would love to come back, great value.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 18
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

It was a good day with a special couple I played with. The two groups in front of us were very slow and so it made for a slow round. It was wet due to recent rains but very playable. It is a nice course and well worth playing

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Very wet course

Most fairways were very wet and soggy. Only played nine of eighteen because of weather and conditions. Should have been closed or reduced rate. I am handicapped and with carts only on pathways made for trying times coupled with the fact my wife and I are lousy golfers. Hate to be so critical but our outing was painful.

Regards, Phil

Conditions Fair
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Played On
Reviews 18
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Good Day

The condition of the course was in satisfactory shape. The greens were in excellent condition at this time of year. The course was very crowded and I thought the staff handle the crowd in a sufficient manner.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 152
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 250 Contributor
First Time Playing

all around fun course from tee box to green

multiple tee boxes to choose from. tee boxes in good shape. fairways in great shape with good roll. greens well manicured with decent speed. most important the areas 20 to 30 yards were firm and bump and runs were available. this course is well worth playing. the rough areas may not look so good BUT the actual fairways and greens and the green fringes were very playable and fair. I played bear and wolf in 35 to 40 mile winds and played in 2 hr. 45 min.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
2.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Fair
Played On
Reviews 20
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Busy busy

Course is wet ,,and it had not rained in days,, so that is questionable, but the greens are perfectly groomed,, three nines. Helped the pace but still four and half hours,,

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 40
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Bill from Akron

I scheduled an afternoon T time and the course was crowded. The staff was friendly and very efficient given the number of golfers. The course was in very good condition the greens were receptive and well maintained. The T boxes and fairways were well manicured. The only concern was pace of play, which was expected given the number of golfers on the course. I would suggest booking an early T time, or plan for a 5 hour round.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 38
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Cold weather
Used cart

We keep returning

River Oaks is a fun course to play. It is usually in good condition and greens run true although they have some challenging undulations. Fairways are generally good allowing play as the ball lies. The course is "lady friendly" for the most part which keeps my favorite golf partner (my wife) wanting to return.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 22
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 47
Handicap 25+
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 23
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

A good day

The course is very wet and most shots will plug in the fairway. The layout is good and the greens track well. The course could use some TLC but overall it was good value for the money.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 21
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Wet weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Great for the money

Great value for the money. Course was in great shape for the winter.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 38
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

2020 Debut

After escaping Canada's winter, River Oaks was a great way to kick off a new decade. The course is in very good condition and is enjoyed by my wife since it is generally "lady friendly". Fairways were overseeded, pleasant visually and easy to hit from. Overall, River Oaks is a nice golfing experience.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 24
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Great Value and close if in South end of Myrtle

Played there 7 times in last 3 weeks. Conditions were very good generally speaking. A little wet but that was to be expected. Staff were very accommodating and friendly. Enjoyed playing bear, fox and osprey in that order. Pace of play was excellent as it wasn’t super busy at this time of year. Fees were very good using Golfnow. Bang for the buck tough to beat.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great location

The course is straight forward and not tricked up. They had just over seeded but it was still very playable. One of the most exciting cart bridges anywhere adds to the charm and fun. The course is near the Jetport, Waccama Outlets, and the beach resorts. The staff is friendly and they grill burgers, hot dogs etc out under the covered patio. Beer is cold and it’s a nice place to sit and unwind after your round. It’s not as dramatic as some of the “name” courses but you can play in four hours and have an enjoyable round.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 27
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
First Time Playing

Fall golf at River Oaks

The starter was. a riot. He told us that there was a porta John on the third hole of the Fox course but forgot to tell us there was no more. Not good for an old guy in mixed company. The greens were slow making putts challenging. Overall we had a nice afternoon with the couple we were matched with. Darkness comes quick this time of year so starting before 12:30 is a must.

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