The River Club Golf Course
Plan your round at The River Club Golf Course
The River Club is a family-owned course in Bradenton near Lakewood Ranch, open to the public with no memberships of any kind. Designed by Ron Garl, it has large mounding and tree-lined fairways, with water in play on several holes including an island-green 16th. A public driving range and the River Club Grille are on site.
- Public
- 18 holes
- Designed by Ron Garl
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The River Club Golf Course hole by hole
Hole 1
Straightaway par 4 with mounds on the right and out-of-bounds on the left. Favor the right side off the tee, then a mid-iron to a small green.
Hole 2
Par 3 with hazards short of the green, so it needs both distance and accuracy. Coming up short is the miss to avoid.
Hole 3
Slight dogleg right. Long hitters can go for the green in two with a straight drive, but laying up to the right is safer because water guards the left.
Hole 4
Aim down the right side off the tee, where there is more room than it looks. A short to mid iron then reaches the green.
Hole 5
The longest hole on the course. Hit a straight tee shot over the fairway bunkers, lay up short of the lake with a long iron, then play a mid-iron to a sloping green.
Hole 6
Short par 4. A tee shot on the right leaves a short iron in, and there is trouble beyond the green.
Hole 7
Long dogleg left that suits a right-to-left shot. A well-struck drive turns the corner, and you need enough club to reach the green.
Hole 8
Par 3 with water and bunkers that looks intimidating. Wind is a major factor, so club selection matters most.
Hole 9
Drive to the left side for a better angle into a long, narrow green.
Hole 10
Trouble on both sides rewards straight hitters. The second shot plays longer than it looks, so take an extra club.
Hole 11
Play to the right to avoid bunkers. The approach needs to move left to right to hold a long, narrow, three-tiered green.
Hole 12
The hardest par 3 on the course, with a very small target that demands an accurate tee shot.
Hole 13
Drive down the right side. Long hitters can reach in two, but watch the waste bunker and water on the left on the second shot.
Hole 14
Long, straightaway par 4 to an elevated green that is a tough target for a fairway wood or long iron.
Hole 15
Shortest of the demanding par 3s, with a large bunker guarding the front. Aim for the center of the green.
Hole 16
Distinctive hole with water on both sides off the tee and an island green. Keep the ball dry.
Hole 17
Long, sharp dogleg left with water down the left side. Do not try to cut the corner; lay up to the right for the best angle.
Hole 18
The signature hole. A straight drive avoids trouble on both sides, then a short iron to a well-guarded green.
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Open seven days a week, 7 AM to 6 PM
- Book tee times online through Chronogolf
- The driving range is open to the public
- No memberships are offered, so everyone plays as a public golfer
Practice facilities
The turf driving range is open to the public, with range balls sold by the bucket in two sizes. The Novice League runs weekly group lessons led by the head professional, so ask the pro shop about it.
Rentals & pro shop
The pro shop is full service and sells equipment, apparel and souvenirs from well-known brands.
Food & drink
The River Club Grille serves concession-style meals daily, with daily specials. It is on the top floor of the clubhouse and also hosts parties of up to about 220 people.
Policies
The course is open to the public and the club does not offer memberships of any kind, including seasonal or range memberships. It is open seven days a week from 7 AM to 6 PM, and tee times are booked online.
Quick answers
The River Club Golf Course at a glance
Is The River Club Golf Course open to the public?
Yes. The River Club Golf Course is a public course.
How many holes does The River Club Golf Course have, and what's the par?
The River Club Golf Course has 18 holes.
Is there a hole-by-hole guide to The River Club Golf Course?
Yes. This guide covers The River Club Golf Course hole by hole, with the course's own notes on its holes.
Who designed The River Club Golf Course?
The River Club Golf Course was designed by Ron Garl.
What practice facilities does The River Club Golf Course have?
The turf driving range is open to the public, with range balls sold by the bucket in two sizes. The Novice League runs weekly group lessons led by the head professional, so ask the pro shop about it.
What food and drink does The River Club Golf Course have?
The River Club Grille serves concession-style meals daily, with daily specials. It is on the top floor of the clubhouse and also hosts parties of up to about 220 people.
How do you book a tee time at The River Club Golf Course?
Book online through the course's tee-time page, or call (941) 751-4211.
Where is The River Club Golf Course?
The River Club Golf Course is at 6600 River Club Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34202.
Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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