Indian River Colony Club
About Indian River Colony Club
Indian River Colony Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Melbourne, Florida (32940). The course was designed by Gordon G. Lewis and established in 1988. From the BLUE tees, the course plays to 6,031 yards with a par of 72. The BLUE tees carry a slope rating of 128 and a course rating of 70.3.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 128, Indian River Colony Club is more accessible than most courses in Florida. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 3,444 to 6,031 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Florida offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
72
Length
6,031
Slope
128
Rating
70.3
Course Difficulty Analysis
128
This Course
133
FL Average
113
US Average
Based on 627 rated courses in Florida
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE | 128 | 70.3 | 287 | 546 | 374 | 365 | 331 | 173 | 511 | 134 | 335 | 3056 | 373 | 184 | 284 | 363 | 501 | 349 | 138 | 467 | 316 | 2975 | 6,031 |
BLUE / WHITE | 123 | 68.7 | 287 | 448 | 374 | 354 | 331 | 159 | 457 | 134 | 335 | 2879 | 335 | 184 | 276 | 363 | 456 | 301 | 138 | 467 | 283 | 2803 | 5,682 |
WHITE | 126 | 72.4 | 261 | 448 | 362 | 354 | 273 | 159 | 457 | 117 | 315 | 2746 | 335 | 124 | 276 | 255 | 456 | 301 | 132 | 436 | 283 | 2598 | 5,344 |
WHITE | 117 | 67.4 | 261 | 448 | 362 | 354 | 273 | 159 | 457 | 117 | 315 | 2746 | 335 | 124 | 276 | 255 | 456 | 301 | 132 | 436 | 283 | 2598 | 5,344 |
WHITE / BLACK | 116 | 64.9 | 261 | 448 | 320 | 302 | 273 | 117 | 386 | 117 | 273 | 2497 | 288 | 124 | 276 | 255 | 398 | 244 | 132 | 436 | 255 | 2408 | 4,905 |
BLACK | 112 | 68.8 | 251 | 415 | 320 | 302 | 218 | 117 | 386 | 99 | 273 | 2381 | 288 | 114 | 211 | 249 | 398 | 244 | 122 | 374 | 255 | 2255 | 4,636 |
BLACK | 115 | 63.0 | 251 | 415 | 320 | 302 | 218 | 117 | 386 | 99 | 273 | 2381 | 288 | 114 | 211 | 249 | 398 | 244 | 122 | 374 | 255 | 2255 | 4,636 |
RED | 110 | 66.6 | 195 | 406 | 314 | 292 | 206 | 116 | 380 | 90 | 227 | 2226 | 276 | 70 | 204 | 240 | 392 | 238 | 108 | 367 | 236 | 2131 | 4,357 |
RED | 114 | 61.9 | 195 | 406 | 314 | 292 | 206 | 116 | 380 | 90 | 227 | 2226 | 276 | 70 | 204 | 240 | 392 | 238 | 108 | 367 | 236 | 2131 | 4,357 |
RED / GREEN | 103 | 63.6 | 195 | 309 | 314 | 213 | 206 | 116 | 279 | 90 | 227 | 1949 | 171 | 70 | 204 | 240 | 337 | 238 | 108 | 276 | 236 | 1880 | 3,829 |
GREEN | 100 | 61.1 | 188 | 309 | 230 | 213 | 149 | 111 | 279 | 88 | 192 | 1759 | 171 | 66 | 141 | 200 | 337 | 173 | 105 | 276 | 216 | 1685 | 3,444 |
GREEN | 106 | 59.1 | 188 | 309 | 230 | 213 | 149 | 111 | 279 | 88 | 192 | 1759 | 171 | 66 | 141 | 200 | 337 | 173 | 105 | 276 | 216 | 1685 | 3,444 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 17 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 13 | 4 | 10 | 16 | 8 | 2 | 12 | 18 | 14 | 6 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Indian River Colony Club offers 12 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE | 6,031 | 128 | 70.3 | 12-22 |
BLUE / WHITE | 5,682 | 123 | 68.7 | 20-30 |
WHITE | 5,344 | 126 | 72.4 | 20-30 |
WHITE | 5,344 | 117 | 67.4 | 20-30 |
WHITE / BLACK | 4,905 | 116 | 64.9 | 25+ |
BLACK | 4,636 | 112 | 68.8 | 25+ |
BLACK | 4,636 | 115 | 63.0 | 25+ |
RED | 4,357 | 110 | 66.6 | 25+ |
RED | 4,357 | 114 | 61.9 | 25+ |
RED / GREEN | 3,829 | 103 | 63.6 | 25+ |
GREEN | 3,444 | 100 | 61.1 | 25+ |
GREEN | 3,444 | 106 | 59.1 | 25+ |
Amenities at Indian River Colony Club
Indian River Colony Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Indian River Colony Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Indian River Colony Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Indian River Colony Club is a public golf course located in Melbourne, FL. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Indian River Colony Club have?expand_more
Indian River Colony Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1988. The course was designed by Gordon G. Lewis.
What is the yardage at Indian River Colony Club?expand_more
From the BLUE / WHITE tees, Indian River Colony Club plays to 5,682 yards (par 72). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 3,444 to 6,031 yards.
What is the slope rating at Indian River Colony Club?expand_more
The BLUE tees at Indian River Colony Club have a slope rating of 128 and a course rating of 70.3. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Indian River Colony Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Indian River Colony Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Indian River Colony Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Indian River Colony Club. You can also visit their website directly at https://colonyclub.com/golf/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Indian River Colony Club offer?expand_more
Indian River Colony Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Indian River Colony Club located?expand_more
Indian River Colony Club is located at 1936 Freedom Dr in Melbourne, FL 32940. You can reach them at 321-255-6050.
What is the difficulty level at Indian River Colony Club?expand_more
Indian River Colony Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 128. It plays harder than 26% of golf courses in Florida. The average slope rating in Florida is 133. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Indian River Colony Club?expand_more
Indian River Colony Club offers 12 tee sets. BLUE tees (6,031 yards, slope 128) are recommended for mid-handicap golfers. GREEN tees (3,444 yards, slope 106) are recommended for beginners and casual golfers. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Indian River Colony Club?expand_more
Beginners at Indian River Colony Club should play the GREEN tees, which play 3,444 yards with a slope of 106. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Indian River Colony Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the BLACK tees (slope 115, rating 63.0) at Indian River Colony Club would have a course handicap of 6 and an expected score of approximately 78. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Indian River Colony Club?expand_more
A typical round at Indian River Colony Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.