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Riverside Golf Course

3.7
978 Reviews (978)
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3.7
978 Reviews (978)
5 Stars
182
4 Stars
453
3 Stars
230
2 Stars
67
1 Stars
46
Conditions
3.5
Value
3.9
Layout
3.9
Friendliness
4.5
Pace
4.2
Amenities
3.7
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77.4%
Recommend this course
802 out of 978 reviews
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3.6
50 Reviews (50)
5 Stars
10
4 Stars
19
3 Stars
14
2 Stars
3
1 Stars
4
Conditions
3.2
Value
3.7
Layout
3.7
Pace
3.9
Amenities
3.7
StaffFriendliness
4.5
72.0%
Recommend this course
36 out of 50 reviews
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3.6
76 Reviews (76)
5 Stars
18
4 Stars
26
3 Stars
20
2 Stars
5
1 Stars
7
Conditions
3.2
Value
3.7
Layout
3.7
Pace
4.0
Amenities
3.6
StaffFriendliness
4.4
68.4%
Recommend this course
52 out of 76 reviews
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Course Highlights
Exceptionally friendly staff and a well-designed layout with tight, strategic fairways make Riverside a rewarding challenge for focused golfers. Rounds move at a brisk pace, and the course offers strong overall value for the experience delivered.

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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Tees
Tee Par Length Rating Slope
Blue 71 6167 yards 68.6 121
White 71 5737 yards 66.6 117
Gold 71 5366 yards 65.0 112
Silver 71 4961 yards 63.1 108
Silver (W) 71 4961 yards 68.1 112
Red 71 4520 yards 61.2 104
Red (W) 71 4520 yards 65.6 108
Green (W) 71 4026 yards 62.6 103
Green 71 4026 yards 59.2 97
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Scorecard for Riverside Club Golf Course
Metrics:
Hole 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Out 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 In Total
Blue M: 68.6/121 W: 74.7/126 339 180 379 225 393 352 505 154 298 2825 354 499 154 384 369 409 477 340 356 3342 6167
White M: 66.6/117 W: 72.4/121 315 165 354 193 371 333 484 135 286 2636 303 457 145 358 349 381 458 324 326 3101 5737
Gold M: 65.0/112 W: 70.4/116 302 144 335 169 348 313 467 114 276 2468 265 411 137 340 335 358 428 308 316 2898 5366
Silver M: 63.1/108 W: 68.1/112 244 144 287 169 265 313 442 114 276 2254 265 359 110 340 296 319 428 308 282 2707 4961
Red M: 61.2/104 W: 65.6/108 244 130 242 150 265 268 442 104 176 2021 197 359 110 310 296 319 367 264 277 2499 4520
Green M: 59.2/97 W: 62.6/103 244 130 287 132 232 216 343 104 176 1864 197 314 56 259 238 239 367 264 228 2162 4026
Handicap 11 13 7 3 1 9 5 17 15 18 10 14 4 8 6 2 12 16
Par 4 3 4 3 4 4 5 3 4 34 4 5 3 4 4 4 5 4 4 37 71
Handicap (W) 7 15 3 13 1 9 5 17 11 18 8 16 10 4 6 2 14 12
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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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Reviews

3.7
978 Reviews (978)

What Golfers Are Saying

The 19th Hole is Great For:
Drinks 10
19th Hole Scenic Views 6
Course Challenges Include:
Water Hazards 19
Bunkers 14
Narrow Fairways 10
This course/club is great for:
Locals 17
Seniors 13
Beginners 7
This Course's Location is:
Convenient to the City 10
Worth the Drive 10
In the 'Burbs 8

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tGK18eyFzb0plVHvuHou
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

ENJOYABLE COURSE

It was our first time here and my friend and I enjoyed the course.Only played nine because rain was impending.

Had lunch in the restaurant and were well taken care of by Lisa. Food was delicious and service excellent.

We’ll return.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Moderate
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u314165816252
Played On
Reviews 12
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
First Time Playing

Good Course for Money

Played in the afternoon one day and while my only complaint is the greens were small. I am happy with the rest of the course.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Newmaj
Played On
Reviews 35
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

A Gem of a Find

What a fabulous day all round !

The friendliest of welcomes in the pro shop followed by an excellent round of golf in a beautiful setting.

The course is a little dry and bare in parts, which is only to be expected, but the greens are superb, providing a real test.

We visit Florida annually and will most definitely return.

Conditions Good
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u4975543
Played On
Reviews 28
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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tGK18eyFzb0plVHvuHou
Played On
Reviews 2
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Hot weather
Used cart

Interesting Course

We two girls enjoyed this course very much as we are used to playing an Executive Course.

We got a Hot Price and paid for 18, but only played 9 as rain was coming.

Asked for a rain check, but wasn’t given one.

Had lunch after. Lisa and staff members in restaurant were superb!

Not sure how to get back to Clubhouse after 9 holes. Not marked well.

We’ll be back.

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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u4975543
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Reviews 28
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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alexkeller
Played On
Reviews 120
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u4975543
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Reviews 28
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
Handicap 20-24
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart

Great staff

The course is a nice layout with challenging holes.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 1
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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u314159730606
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Reviews 7
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Previously Played

Riverside

Not a bad course considering the lack of Florida rain. The greens were air rated nicelu.

Conditions Average
Value Average
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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barbaratwitchell
Played On
Reviews 52
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Hot weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
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u314159730606
Played On
Reviews 7
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Florida Heat

Course was in good shape without any recent rain. Green's were a little sandy after air ration

Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Average
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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barbaratwitchell
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Reviews 52
I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
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alexkeller
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Reviews 120
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
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Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
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alexkeller
Played On
Reviews 120
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Previously Played
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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alexkeller
Played On
Reviews 120
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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pennetta
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Reviews 7
1.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Conditions Poor
Value Poor
Layout Average
Friendliness Average
Pace Average
Amenities Average
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u314161200799
Played On
Reviews 17
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
3.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Fair
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Average
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Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Average
Value Excellent
Layout Good
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Good
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