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3.9
914 Reviews (914)
5 Stars
167
4 Stars
431
3 Stars
214
2 Stars
63
1 Stars
39
Conditions
3.7
Value
4.2
Layout
4.0
Friendliness
4.6
Pace
4.3
Amenities
3.7
83.4%
Recommend this course
756 out of 914 reviews
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4.2
26 Reviews (26)
5 Stars
10
4 Stars
11
3 Stars
4
2 Stars
1
1 Stars
0
Conditions
4.0
Value
4.3
Layout
4.0
Pace
4.5
Amenities
4.0
StaffFriendliness
4.7
76.9%
Recommend this course
20 out of 26 reviews
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3.9
87 Reviews (87)
5 Stars
20
4 Stars
49
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
6
1 Stars
3
Conditions
3.8
Value
4.1
Layout
4.0
Pace
4.4
Amenities
3.8
StaffFriendliness
4.6
81.6%
Recommend this course
71 out of 87 reviews
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About

Holes 18
Type Semi-Private/Resort
Par 71
Length 6167 yards
Slope 121
Rating 68.6

Situated along Florida's Gulf Coast, Riverside Golf Club in Ruskin is part of a peaceful retirement community. At just over 6,100 yards from the tips, the golf course is on the short side but it still offers an enjoyable round. From the back tees, the course actually presents quite a formidable test. The layout meanders along a creek before wandering across idyllic farmland and finishing along the river bluffs overlooking Hayes Bayou. The diverse terrain provides an array of scenery as well as a variety of different challenges. Water hazards come into play on several holes and there are several strategically placed bunkers lurking along the greensides, waiting to swallow errant shots. Riverside Golf Club's layout combines more difficult holes with player-friendly features, which makes it approachable for players of any skill level.

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Course Details

Year Built 1954
Fairways Bermuda Grass
Greens TifEagle Grass
Golf Season Year round
Architect Ward Northrup (1954)

Rentals/Services

Carts Yes
Clubs Yes

Practice/Instruction

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

Policies

Metal Spikes Allowed No

Food & Beverage

Bar, Snacks, Grill

Available Facilities

Clubhouse, Banquet Facilities, Spa

Available Activities

Swimming, Billiards

Available Sports

Fitness, Tennis
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3.9
914 Reviews (914)
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Conditions Average
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Layout Fair
Friendliness Excellent
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Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
1.0
First Time Playing

Rude. Unfriendly. Dishonest.

To preface, I rarely leave reviews and have played 30+ courses in the past year. My experience at Riverside was unfortunately the worst and I wasn’t able to even play. I made a tee time on GN for two people. The day prior I called ahead to make sure, before we drove 45 min, that I could bring my mom and fiancé to ride along in the cart. I was told that wouldn’t be an issues and they’d see me tomorrow. Upon arrival, I was greeted by a sign that said “cash only,” followed by being told they no longer could ride and they didn’t know what to tell me. The staff member was rude during the entire interaction and it felt like he could care less we weren’t able to play.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Fair
Friendliness Poor
Pace Average
Amenities Fair
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 53
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

always a pleasure

not a long course but very tight, lots of water. in good shape

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 3
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 239
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 50 Contributor
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Played On
Reviews 6
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 Average
Played On
Reviews 31
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Hidden gem

Great place to play at reasonable rates. Staff are always super friendly and the course offers a good challenge. Played here a number of times the last few weeks. The greens are good and the fairways and tees are good. Will be back again. Lovely views over the river from the decking at the clubhouse bar. Great way to finish off the day with some food and a drink with great views.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
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 Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Will be back - Great Value

Fun loop! Greens were in amazingly good shape. Pace of play was the best I’ve seen in a long time. Was in town visiting family & ended up playing with a few residents, and had a blast. Booked on a GN hot deal & glad I did. Fun loop!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Would play again!

Greens. Fairways. Amazing hidden gem for the money. I will be back!

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 31
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played

Friendly staff good value

All staff were very friendly. Course was very busy when we arrived but after a few holes the pace picked up and there was hardly any waiting to play your shots. Greens are good and fairways and tees are in decent condition. A nice lay out and well worth a visit for the price.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
Played On
Reviews 25
Handicap 0-4
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Good value

Greens are consistently good!

Fairways are generous but the grass is thin, a lot of sandy lies.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Pace Average
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 16
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Great Time!

I've lived here for 5+ years and wish I would have found this course sooner. Only recommendation I would make would be to hire a cart girl - other than that, I had a great time and I will be back!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 6
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Worth it

1st time playing here and it’s worth it. Course conditions were very nice and greens in perfect shape (they could have been a little faster but no complaints).

If you’re looking for a winter round and don’t want to break the bank play out here! I’ll be back.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Fair
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Poor
Played On
Reviews 182
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Top 100 Contributor
Previously Played

Good Conditions, Excellent Pace of Play, Friendly Staff

Played late morning weekend round as a twosome. Although weather was perfect, course was not crowded and we finished in less than four hours. Greens and sand traps were in very nice shape. Fairways were a bit thin, but we played ’ball down’ the entire round. Mike in the clubhouse was welcoming and made us feel as if our business was appreciated. Would play here again and can recommend this course (especially at their rates compared to other nearby venues).

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