River Lakes Golf Course is a 18-hole public golf course in Columbia, Illinois, built in 1993. Green fees run $15.00 on weekdays and $17.00 on weekends. The layout features Bermuda Grass fairways and Bent Grass greens, 1-10 bunkers, water hazards in play. The course is open year-round, first tee time at 7:00 AM, metal spikes allowed. The course handles approximately 23,000 rounds per year, serving the local Columbia golf community. River Lakes Golf Course welcomes visitors and locals alike as one of the area’s accessible daily-fee options in Columbia, Illinois.
Contact Details
2218 Ramsey RdColumbia, Illinois 62236
618-281-6665
Course Information
| Course City | Columbia |
|---|---|
| Course County | Monroe |
| Course State | Illinois |
| Course Classification | Public |
| Course Built | 1993 |
| Course Annual Rounds | 23,000 |
| Course Season | Open all year |
| Course Manager | Chick Thornton |
| Course Club Pro | Chick Thornton |
| Course Superintendant | Tony Watkins |
| Course Guest Policy | Open |
| Course Shop Hours | 7:00 AM / N/A |
| Course Dress Code | Shirt and shoes required |
| Course Weekend Fees | $17.00 |
| Course Weekday Fees | $15.00 |
| Course Tee Reservation | Accepted |
| Course Earliest Tee Time | 7:00 AM |
| Course Holes | 18 |
| Course Green | Bent Grass |
| Course Fairway | Bermuda Grass |
| Course Water Hazard | Yes |
| Course Bunker | 1-10 |
| Course Metal Spike | Allowed |
| Course Greens Aerated | May October |
| Course Overseeding | No Overseeding |
| Course Five-somes | Not Allowed |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to play at River Lakes Golf Course?
It costs $17.00 to play at River Lakes Golf Course on the weekend and $15.00 to play on weekdays.
What is the grass type used on the course?
The grass type used on the greens at River Lakes Golf Course is Bent Grass and the grass type used on the fairways is Bermuda Grass.
What is the dress code at River Lakes Golf Course?
The dress code at River Lakes Golf Course is Shirt and shoes required.
How many rounds of golf are played at River Lakes Golf Course each year?
There are an estimated 23,000 rounds of golf played at River Lakes Golf Course each year.
Does River Lakes Golf Course have water hazards?
Yes, there are water hazards on the River Lakes Golf Course course.
Does River Lakes Golf Course have sand bunkers?
Yes, there are 1-10 sand bunkers located on the River Lakes Golf Course course.
When are the greens aerated at River Lakes Golf Course?
Aeration is needed to keep the greens healthy and involves placing small holes in the greens to allow air, water, and nutrients to reach the roots. The greens at River Lakes Golf Course are aerated in May and October.