Rivers Edge GC
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4.3
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Conditions
3.7
Value
4.0
Layout
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Pace
4.6
Amenities
4.9
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4.0
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3.0
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About

Holes 18
Type Public
Par 72
Length 6909 yards
Slope 149
Rating 74.7

Rivers Edge Golf Club is a salute to Shallotte (pronounced sha-loot), a beautifully laid-out stunner along the banks of the Shallotte River and the surrounding marshes, at the northern tip of the Grand Strand. Just don't let your friends coerce you into being Macho Man and play it from the back tees if you're a mid- to high-handicapper.

The slope rating is 149 from the tips, one of the highest in the low country, and will throw 10 forced carries at you, either off the tee, to the green, or both. If you fit the above description and try it from the backs, you'll end up tired and frustrated with a scorecard either bloated or unreliable.

A description of Rivers Edge wouldn't be complete without mentioning No. 9, a 570-yard par-5. You can get in trouble if you're long off the tee, in that the second half of the fairway rolls downhill to the marsh. However, if you're short off the tee, you'll be looking at either laying up well to the right of the green, where you will still be in marsh-danger if you venture too far left or are short, or trying to carry a broad expanse of marsh to reach the green, which juts out precariously into the marsh.

Course Details

Year Built 1999
Fairways Bermuda
Greens Sunday Ultradwarf Bermuda
Golf Season Year round
Architect Arnold Palmer (1999)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes

Practice/Instruction

Driving Range Yes
Bunker No
Teaching Pro Yes
Putting Green Yes

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No
Dress code Proper attire is required.

Food & Beverage

Bar, Restaurant

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4.3
220 Reviews (220)
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Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing

Give folks a break

For the half backs that expect perfect conditions just know all will be well in a few weeks. We can only expect what Mother Nature gives....you seed and a Frost happens...it sucks. Give Myrtle a break. It’s treated you all so well over the years.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Commented on 04/26/2018

Appreciate your support! Mother Nature has not been kind to our region. Rivers Edge is one of the more fortunate courses but we all still have some grass still in dormancy. We are healthy and will survive!

Played On
Reviews 24
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great layout tough course.

Second 18 of the day. Best played as 1st round when over 60.would play again.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 05/09/2018:
Thanks for joining us here at Rivers Edge Golf Club! Nothing better than playing 36 holes in a day. Come back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Very difficult for high handicappers

I will be back to play this Arnold Palmer course once I improve my game. Very difficult and requires precise shot and club placement and selection. Incredible course as far as the physical setting and layout.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Response from on 04/26/2018:
Thank you for playing Rivers Edge Golf Club! Although the layout can be difficult, we hope you still had fun. Come back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
2.0
First Time Playing

Don't waste your money. So many courses in a lot better condition.

If this course was overseeded, they skimped on seed. It was mostly dormant Bermuda grass Its a shame because the course design deserves better. Probably a money issue.

Conditions Poor
Value Fair
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
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Commented on 04/24/2018

We are sorry to hear you did not enjoy your experience. Our market has been terribly impacted by mother natures weather patterns and our turf is 4 weeks behind in it's growing patterns as a result. Our turf has been tested and is healthy however we need warmer temps to bring all the bermuda out of dormancy. Please don't hesitate to follow up direct with us so we can better serve you.

Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Nice course

The course was in excellent shape greens were plush and staff very friendly. I would certainly recommend this course as one I will play again.

Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 04/20/2018:
Thank you very much for playing Rivers Edge! We appreciate you recommending our golf course to others and we look forward to seeing you out here again in the near future.
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Windy weather
Used cart

Exceptionnal layout

Everything was very good, the greens were not at their best but playable.

Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 04/20/2018:
Thank you for your kind words and feedback. Due to the harsh winter, some of our greens are still working their way back to 100%. We're almost there though and we hope to see you out here at Rivers Edge Golf Club again soon.
Played On
Reviews 24
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Previously Played

Great course

Well maintained. Great layout with great greens. Staff was awesome from bag guys to course staff to clubhouse staff. Very reasonable prices in club house. Highly recommend if you visit the area. Not sure what we paid as it was part of a package

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 04/20/2018:
Thank you for playing Rivers Edge Golf Club! Sounds like you had a great day out here. We take great pride in our customer service so we appreciate you pointing out how awesome our staff was. We hope you book another tee time with us soon!
Played On
Reviews 209
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
California Advisor
Top 50 Contributor
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Mixed Bag

On the positive side, really liked the course layout and scenery. The course has a good variety of holes and scenery. Local knowledge is very helpful here. Definitely a fun, challenging course to play. On the down side, some of the greens definitely felt the effects of the harsh winter and were in bad shape. Hopefully as the weather warms, they will begin to fill in and green up. Would play again though.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 04/20/2018:
Thank you for your kind words and feedback. We appreciate you sharing some photos from your round as well. We're thrilled to hear how much you enjoy the layout of our course. Like you said, this past winter was a tough one and some of the greens are not back to 100% yet. As the weather continues to get warmer, the greens will get back to normal. Come back to Rivers Edge Golf Club again soon.
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Wonderful golf experience!

It is a unique and challenging golf course and the vistas are breathtaking especially on the back nine. I rate this course as one of the best in the area. Would definitely play here again. Worth the drive!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 04/13/2018:
Wow! What an awesome review. Sounds like you had a great time at Rivers Edge Golf Club. We're thrilled to hear that you consider us to be one of the best courses in the area. See you again soon!
Played On
Reviews 6
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 04/05/2018:
Thanks for the 4 stars!
Played On
Reviews 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Always great

Despite its difficulty, this course always is a pleasure to play! Love the back nine!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 04/05/2018:
That's what we like to hear! Thank you for your 5-star review, Jim.
Played On
Reviews 25
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Frost damage to greens

The greens are normally perfect, but the sudden cold weather and frost have severely damaged the greens. All courses in this area are damaged.

Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Fair
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 04/05/2018:
Although the sudden cold weather was not ideal, our maintenance crew has been out there working hard to keep the course in great shape. Come back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 04/05/2018:
Thanks for the 4 stars, Rudy!
Played On
Reviews 14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 04/05/2018:
Thank you, Rudy! Come back again soon.
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Interesting layout but greens not great

Course has an interesting layout with a good variety of open and narrow holes. The greens were not in great shape and not consistent. The pace of play was very slow, 5 hours.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Fair
Response from on 04/02/2018:
Hello, thank you for sharing your review, Karen. We truly appreciate both your positive and constructive feedback and will be sure to pass it along to our team. We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our layout of the course and also appreciate your input on the pace of play. We hope to welcome you back for an enjoyable experience on the course in the near future.
Played On
Reviews 8
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

beautiful setting

this course was not in top condition due to cold winter, rain and little sun...but has spectacular vista's...we were able to use carts and drive pretty much all over usually allowed area's...greens ok but will be great when weather co-operates. Worth it.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Extremely Challenging
Response from on 04/05/2018:
Thank you for playing Rivers Edge Golf Club. Your 4-star rating is much appreciated. We hope you have better weather next time you play out here.
Played On
Reviews 9
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Windy weather
Used cart

Hidden Gem

This is one of the best course I have played. The course's design is so fun to play. It rewards good shots and makes you pay for hitting a bad shot- not to mention you get some great views, especially on Nos. 9,16,17,18. I can't imagine how beautiful it is in summer when the marshes and rough green up.

I played in late March and while other courses were struggling with their conditions, River's Edge was great. The greens were a little slow, but they were letting them grow to avoid killing them in the cold temps so it was understandable.

The staff was very friendly and helpful

I feel like this course is a hidden gem in the Myrtle Beach area, especially considering I got for $33 on Golf Now.

I would 100% play this course again.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 04/05/2018:
Thank you for your review, Jarrod! We're thrilled to hear that Rivers Edge Golf Club is one of the best courses you've played. Thanks for sharing pictures from your round as well. Be sure to come back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 42
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Slowly improving

Everything was fine with the course. They are making improvements, widening the fairways by removing trees. The sand traps have had some work done too them. They finished the work on Arnie's Revenge.

My only complaint would be and this is with all courses, when there's a frost or a delay of any significant amount notify Golf Now, and you could pass it on to your customers. I had a 12:54 tee time and was delayed 45 mins.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Response from on 04/05/2018:
Thank you for playing Rivers Edge Golf Club! We appreciate you noticing all the improvements we have made. We apologize for the inconvenience of your round being delayed due to frost. Like and Follow us on Facebook for the latest course news.
Played On
Reviews 8
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Challenging Course

Course getting into great shape , tee boxes almost there fairways are very good and greens nice for this time of the year , Good track will be back soon

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Response from on 04/03/2018:
Thank you for your kind words, Roger! Our maintenance crew works very hard and we appreciate you noticing how great the course conditions are. Come back again soon!
Played On
Reviews 69
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Response from on 04/03/2018:
Thanks for the 4 stars!
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