Date Played: Weekend of 7/25/25
Location: River Club Golf Course, Bradenton, Florida
Rating: 👍 Worth playing again
🟢 Course Conditions
Surprisingly solid. Greens rolled true, fairways were in decent shape, and overall it’s in better condition than it’s been in recent years. Not perfect, but definitely trending in the right direction.
🪄 Facilities & Setup
Okay… so the driving range? Bit of a head-scratcher. You can only access it by taking a separate “range cart”, which honestly feels like it hasn’t been serviced since Tiger was still swinging a Titleist. 🤷♂️
Not ideal, especially if you’re trying to warm up quick. But hey — it still beats hitting into a net.
👨💼 Staff & Vibe
Friendly staff all around. The marshal actually apologized for a slow group ahead of us — even though the total round was a respectable 4 hours and 15 minutes. Appreciate that kind of awareness and courtesy.
Definitely felt like they were trying to keep pace and maintain a good experience.
🔁 Final Verdict
📍 Will it stay in the rotation? Yes.
For the price, pace of play, and the general upkeep, River Club earns its way back into the mix. Great for casual weekend rounds or warm-up games without breaking the bank.
Palm + Par 
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