Riverwood Golf Club
About Riverwood Golf Club
Riverwood Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Clayton, North Carolina (27520). The course was designed by David Postlethwait and established in 1997. From the BLACK tees, the course plays to 6,947 yards with a par of 72. The BLACK tees carry a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 74.8.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 143, Riverwood Golf Club is one of the more challenging courses in North Carolina, playing harder than 87% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 14 tee sets ranging from 4,181 to 6,947 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.
Par
72
Length
6,947
Slope
139
Rating
74.8
Course Difficulty Analysis
143
This Course
134
NC Average
113
US Average
Based on 349 rated courses in North Carolina
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLACK | 139 | 74.8 | 400 | 366 | 501 | 393 | 176 | 418 | 194 | 431 | 528 | 3407 | 410 | 408 | 547 | 178 | 411 | 389 | 209 | 535 | 453 | 3540 | 6,947 |
BLUE | 133 | 72.7 | 382 | 352 | 471 | 374 | 150 | 385 | 186 | 411 | 489 | 3200 | 389 | 388 | 486 | 168 | 398 | 331 | 184 | 494 | 424 | 3262 | 6,462 |
BLUE/WHITE | 131 | 71.7 | 372 | 352 | 471 | 354 | 150 | 354 | 173 | 400 | 489 | 3115 | 355 | 388 | 486 | 168 | 354 | 331 | 147 | 494 | 412 | 3135 | 6,250 |
WHITE | 143 | 75.8 | 372 | 335 | 437 | 354 | 140 | 354 | 173 | 400 | 477 | 3042 | 355 | 352 | 465 | 135 | 354 | 296 | 147 | 428 | 412 | 2944 | 5,986 |
WHITE | 131 | 70.0 | 372 | 335 | 437 | 354 | 140 | 354 | 173 | 400 | 477 | 3042 | 355 | 352 | 465 | 135 | 354 | 296 | 147 | 428 | 412 | 2944 | 5,986 |
WHITE/GOLD | 122 | 67.6 | 321 | 335 | 437 | 312 | 140 | 354 | 158 | 340 | 424 | 2821 | 355 | 352 | 418 | 135 | 319 | 296 | 105 | 428 | 333 | 2741 | 5,562 |
GOLD | 135 | 72.2 | 321 | 282 | 400 | 312 | 121 | 327 | 158 | 340 | 424 | 2685 | 338 | 316 | 418 | 123 | 319 | 270 | 105 | 419 | 333 | 2641 | 5,326 |
GOLD | 120 | 66.6 | 321 | 282 | 400 | 312 | 121 | 327 | 158 | 340 | 424 | 2685 | 338 | 316 | 418 | 123 | 319 | 270 | 105 | 419 | 333 | 2641 | 5,326 |
GOLD/RED | 131 | 70.4 | 321 | 282 | 400 | 312 | 121 | 277 | 119 | 272 | 374 | 2478 | 299 | 316 | 418 | 123 | 319 | 270 | 105 | 375 | 299 | 2524 | 5,002 |
GOLD/RED | 117 | 65.1 | 321 | 282 | 400 | 312 | 121 | 277 | 119 | 272 | 374 | 2478 | 299 | 316 | 418 | 123 | 319 | 270 | 105 | 375 | 299 | 2524 | 5,002 |
RED | 121 | 67.9 | 286 | 240 | 368 | 261 | 100 | 277 | 119 | 272 | 374 | 2297 | 299 | 276 | 371 | 95 | 291 | 246 | 100 | 375 | 299 | 2352 | 4,649 |
RED | 117 | 64.2 | 286 | 240 | 368 | 261 | 100 | 277 | 119 | 272 | 374 | 2297 | 299 | 276 | 371 | 95 | 291 | 246 | 100 | 375 | 299 | 2352 | 4,649 |
GREEN | 115 | 65.5 | 230 | 240 | 315 | 261 | 100 | 230 | 119 | 230 | 335 | 2060 | 245 | 270 | 325 | 95 | 250 | 246 | 100 | 330 | 260 | 2121 | 4,181 |
GREEN | 111 | 62.1 | 230 | 240 | 315 | 261 | 100 | 230 | 119 | 230 | 335 | 2060 | 245 | 270 | 325 | 95 | 250 | 246 | 100 | 330 | 260 | 2121 | 4,181 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 7 | 13 | 15 | 9 | 17 | 3 | 11 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 16 | 18 | 8 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 4 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Riverwood Golf Club offers 14 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BLACK | 6,947 | 139 | 74.8 | 0-5 |
BLUE | 6,462 | 133 | 72.7 | 5-15 |
BLUE/WHITE | 6,250 | 131 | 71.7 | 5-15 |
WHITE | 5,986 | 143 | 75.8 | 12-22 |
WHITE | 5,986 | 131 | 70.0 | 12-22 |
WHITE/GOLD | 5,562 | 122 | 67.6 | 20-30 |
GOLD | 5,326 | 135 | 72.2 | 20-30 |
GOLD | 5,326 | 120 | 66.6 | 20-30 |
GOLD/RED | 5,002 | 131 | 70.4 | 20-30 |
GOLD/RED | 5,002 | 117 | 65.1 | 20-30 |
RED | 4,649 | 121 | 67.9 | 25+ |
RED | 4,649 | 117 | 64.2 | 25+ |
GREEN | 4,181 | 115 | 65.5 | 25+ |
GREEN | 4,181 | 111 | 62.1 | 25+ |
Amenities at Riverwood Golf Club
Riverwood Golf Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for Riverwood Golf 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 Riverwood Golf Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Riverwood Golf Club is a public golf course located in Clayton, NC. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Riverwood Golf Club have?expand_more
Riverwood Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1997. The course was designed by David Postlethwait.
What is the yardage at Riverwood Golf Club?expand_more
From the BLUE/WHITE tees, Riverwood Golf Club plays to 6,250 yards (par 72). The course offers 14 tee sets ranging from 4,181 to 6,947 yards.
What is the slope rating at Riverwood Golf Club?expand_more
The BLACK tees at Riverwood Golf Club have a slope rating of 139 and a course rating of 74.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Riverwood Golf Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Riverwood Golf Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Riverwood Golf Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at Riverwood Golf Club. You can also visit their website directly at http://www.rgac.com/rw-golf.cfm. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does Riverwood Golf Club offer?expand_more
Riverwood Golf Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Riverwood Golf Club located?expand_more
Riverwood Golf Club is located at 400 Riverwood Dr in Clayton, NC 27520. You can reach them at 919-550-1919.
What is the difficulty level at Riverwood Golf Club?expand_more
Riverwood Golf Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 143. It plays harder than 87% of golf courses in North Carolina. The average slope rating in North Carolina is 134. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Riverwood Golf Club?expand_more
Riverwood Golf Club offers 14 tee sets. BLACK tees (6,947 yards, slope 139) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. GREEN tees (4,181 yards, slope 111) 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 Riverwood Golf Club?expand_more
Beginners at Riverwood Golf Club should play the GREEN tees, which play 4,181 yards with a slope of 111. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Riverwood Golf Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the GOLD tees (slope 120, rating 66.6) at Riverwood Golf Club would have a course handicap of 11 and an expected score of approximately 83. 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 Riverwood Golf Club?expand_more
A typical round at Riverwood Golf 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.