Beaver River Course
Beaver River Golf Club
About this course
Beaver River Golf Club sits in the rural southwestern corner of Rhode Island, near the Connecticut border in Richmond. The course occupies rolling terrain characteristic of southern New England, with modest elevation changes and natural woodland framing the holes. The property's namesake river and associated wetlands influence the routing, introducing water hazards and strategic considerations on several holes. The layout reflects mid-twentieth-century design sensibilities common to regional courses of its era, with tree-lined fairways and small to moderately sized greens that reward accurate approach play. The course serves primarily as a daily-fee facility, making it accessible to local golfers and visitors exploring Rhode Island's golf offerings beyond the more prominent coastal clubs. The setting provides a quiet, wooded atmosphere distinct from the ocean-side courses that dominate the state's golfing reputation. Beaver River functions as a straightforward test of golf without dramatic architectural flourishes, typical of many courses built to serve community golfers rather than tournament play. The conditioning and pace of play reflect its role as a public access course in a state with limited land availability. For golfers traveling through southern Rhode Island or based in nearby Connecticut communities, it offers a convenient round in a natural setting that showcases the region's inland landscape rather than its more famous shoreline.
Quick facts
- Location
- Richmond, RI, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 2001
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 5,934 yards
- Difficulty
- 69.2/117
FAQ
Common questions about Beaver River
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Yes. Beaver River is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Beaver River is 70.
Beaver River plays 5,934 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Beaver River is 117.
Beaver River is a 18-hole course.



