River Oaks Golf Course, Nicolaus, CA

River Oaks Golf Course, Nicolaus, CA

River Oaks Golf Course is located in: Nicolaus, CA

Phone: 916.488.4653

Website: http://www.riveroaksgolfclub.net

Course History:

The course is located on the historic Nicolaus Ranch that dates back to the early 1800's. It was formerly known as the Rio La Paz Course but was recently renamed. It is a favorite among locals and everyone appreciates how well the course is kept and the friendly atmosphere. For a course of this quality the rates are surprisingly low.

With more than 6500 yards, this par 71 course offers a terrific challenge for players of all skill levels and a very enjoyable round of golf. It is very quiet here and retains much of the tranquility that drew the initial settlers to this area. It is a little tucked away from the beaten path so we have included directions for you below.

What You Need to Know:

This is a terrific course that is meant for those who truly love the game of golf. You won't get a lot of frills, just some good old fashioned links. There are numerous water hazards to avoid, which we'll get into in the next section.

Playing Hints:

Accuracy is definitely the key to mastering this course. You're going to want to stay as close to the middle of the fairways as you can since the rough can be quite challenging. The first hole is easy enough, but the bunkers on the second hole can throw anyone off. Try to go a little to the left to avoid these.

The fourth hole is a very long par five that is nearly impossible to eagle unless you know what you're doing. The course states that even the best drivers typically have another 240 yards to go before they get to the green. You'll want to give this shot everything you've got. The water hazards to watch out for on the rest of the front nine include a very tricky fifth, sixth and seventh hole.

The twelfth hole is incredibly challenging and may take a few tries just to get around the water hazard that surrounds the green. Do your best to clear your second shot to avoid losing one here. The rest of the course is pretty straightforward and you should have plenty of opportunities to make up some shots on the seventeenth and eighteenth holes.


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Fees:

Rates

Weekday Regular Rates

Weekday Regular Rate

$23 Walk

$35 with cart

Weekday Senior Rate

$20 Walk

$32 with cart

Weekday Twilight Rate (1:00)

$19 Walk

$29 with cart

Weekend Golfing Rates

Weekend Regular Rate

$35 walk

$47 with cart

Weekend Senior Rate

$29 walk

$41 with cart

Weekend Twilight (1:00)

$25 walk

$35 with cart

How to Get There:

From Sacramento Vicinity

Proceed north on Interstate 5 until it transitions into Highway 99-70 to Yuba City-Marysville. Remain on Highway 99 toward Yuba City to the Nicolaus turnoff at the Feather River Bridge. Take the turnoff at Nicolaus before crossing the bridge, then left for about 1 ½ miles to River Oaks Golf Club.

Originally posted 2008-12-03 11:47:25. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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