River Hills Golf & Country Club
About River Hills Golf & Country Club
River Hills Golf & Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Little River, South Carolina (29566). The course was designed by Tom Jackson and established in 1988. From the Teal tees, the course plays to 6,879 yards with a par of 72. The Teal tees carry a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 73.7.
Walking is permitted.
River Hills Golf & Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 140, putting it in the upper half of courses in South Carolina for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,372 to 6,879 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
6,879
Slope
140
Rating
73.7
Course Difficulty Analysis
140
This Course
137
SC Average
113
US Average
Based on 182 rated courses in South 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Teal | 140 | 73.7 | 372 | 532 | 183 | 398 | 441 | 181 | 527 | 387 | 416 | 3437 | 393 | 572 | 185 | 389 | 429 | 165 | 361 | 524 | 424 | 3442 | 6,879 |
Garnet | 133 | 70.8 | 300 | 495 | 163 | 382 | 395 | 156 | 485 | 361 | 382 | 3119 | 363 | 548 | 183 | 361 | 404 | 130 | 344 | 489 | 395 | 3217 | 6,336 |
Orange | 136 | 73.5 | 246 | 458 | 147 | 346 | 381 | 137 | 464 | 334 | 367 | 2880 | 317 | 512 | 111 | 323 | 354 | 108 | 327 | 454 | 333 | 2839 | 5,719 |
Orange | 119 | 68.0 | 241 | 460 | 138 | 343 | 370 | 135 | 464 | 327 | 336 | 2814 | 320 | 512 | 101 | 318 | 354 | 105 | 320 | 452 | 329 | 2811 | 5,625 |
Carolina Blue | 121 | 69.5 | 233 | 430 | 109 | 311 | 343 | 113 | 417 | 294 | 338 | 2588 | 263 | 457 | 90 | 224 | 299 | 83 | 270 | 397 | 308 | 2391 | 4,979 |
Carolina Blue | 112 | 65.1 | 233 | 430 | 109 | 311 | 343 | 113 | 417 | 294 | 338 | 2588 | 263 | 457 | 90 | 224 | 299 | 83 | 270 | 397 | 308 | 2391 | 4,979 |
Purple | 111 | 66.7 | 200 | 380 | 70 | 270 | 302 | 83 | 387 | 260 | 290 | 2242 | 235 | 400 | 85 | 232 | 260 | 70 | 240 | 340 | 268 | 2130 | 4,372 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 | ||
| HCP | 14 | 4 | 18 | 10 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 12 | 8 | 11 | 3 | 15 | 9 | 5 | 17 | 13 | 1 | 7 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
River Hills Golf & Country Club offers 7 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Teal | 6,879 | 140 | 73.7 | 0-5 |
Garnet | 6,336 | 133 | 70.8 | 5-15 |
Orange | 5,719 | 136 | 73.5 | 12-22 |
Orange | 5,625 | 119 | 68.0 | 20-30 |
Carolina Blue | 4,979 | 121 | 69.5 | 25+ |
Carolina Blue | 4,979 | 112 | 65.1 | 25+ |
Purple | 4,372 | 111 | 66.7 | 25+ |
Amenities at River Hills Golf & Country Club
River Hills Golf & Country Club features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for River Hills Golf & Country Club. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is River Hills Golf & Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
River Hills Golf & Country Club is a semi private golf course located in Little River, SC.
How many holes does River Hills Golf & Country Club have?expand_more
River Hills Golf & Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1988. The course was designed by Tom Jackson.
What is the yardage at River Hills Golf & Country Club?expand_more
From the Teal tees, River Hills Golf & Country Club plays to 6,879 yards (par 72). The course offers 7 tee sets ranging from 4,372 to 6,879 yards.
What is the slope rating at River Hills Golf & Country Club?expand_more
The Teal tees at River Hills Golf & Country Club have a slope rating of 140 and a course rating of 73.7. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk River Hills Golf & Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at River Hills Golf & Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at River Hills Golf & Country Club?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at River Hills Golf & Country Club. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does River Hills Golf & Country Club offer?expand_more
River Hills Golf & Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is River Hills Golf & Country Club located?expand_more
River Hills Golf & Country Club is located at Cedar Creek Run in Little River, SC 29566. You can reach them at 843-399-2100.
What is the difficulty level at River Hills Golf & Country Club?expand_more
River Hills Golf & Country Club is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 140. It plays harder than 61% of golf courses in South Carolina. The average slope rating in South Carolina is 137. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at River Hills Golf & Country Club?expand_more
River Hills Golf & Country Club offers 7 tee sets. Teal tees (6,879 yards, slope 140) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Purple tees (4,372 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 River Hills Golf & Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at River Hills Golf & Country Club should play the Purple tees, which play 4,372 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 River Hills Golf & Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Orange tees (slope 119, rating 68.0) at River Hills Golf & Country Club would have a course handicap of 12 and an expected score of approximately 84. 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 River Hills Golf & Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at River Hills Golf & Country 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.