
Eighteen Course
River Pines Golf Club
About this course
Eighteen at River Pines Golf Club, carved into the rolling hills of Johns Creek, stands as a testament to Southern golf's enduring appeal. The layout, a classic parkland design, unfolds through stands of mature pines and alongside the meandering Chattahoochee River, a constant presence that tests strategic decision-making. Length isn’t the primary defense; instead, subtly contoured greens and cleverly placed bunkers reward thoughtful approaches. Originally designed by Arthur Hills, the course has evolved over the years, retaining its playability while incorporating modern agronomic practices. The fairways, generous in width, invite aggressive play off the tee, yet demand precision into the greens where subtle breaks and undulations will test even the most confident putter. Eighteen at River Pines doesn’t boast a national championship pedigree, but it is a well loved course in the North Atlanta area. River Pines is more than a golf club; it is a hub of activity where you can find golfers of all types and skill level enjoying the atmosphere of the club. Members can be seen congregating on the patio after their rounds, enjoying the camaraderie and food that are part of this Atlanta golf community.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in GA
Quick facts
- Location
- Johns Creek, GA, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1992
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Denis Griffiths
- Par
- 70
- Length
- 6,602 yards
- Difficulty
- 71.4/128
- Course Vaults score
- 6.2
Getting there
River Pines Golf Club is most readily accessed via Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), one of the world's busiest hubs, situated roughly thirty miles southwest of the club; the drive north through Atlanta's northern suburbs typically takes forty-five minutes to an hour, depending on traffic patterns. For those arriving by private aircraft, Peachtree DeKalb Airport (PDK) and Fulton County Airport (FUL) both lie within twenty minutes of Johns Creek, offering a more discreet entry point into the Georgia Piedmont. The final approach winds through the affluent, tree-lined neighborhoods of north Atlanta's Fulton County, where the landscape transitions from suburban thoroughfares into the rolling, wooded terrain that frames River Pines Golf Club - a sanctuary of manicured fairways and native Georgia pines set deliberately apart from the metropolitan bustle below.

FAQ
Common questions about Eighteen at River Pines Golf Club
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Eighteen at River Pines Golf Club has a Course Vaults score of 6.2 out of 10 based on 47 logged golfers.
Eighteen was designed by Denis Griffiths.
Yes. Eighteen at River Pines Golf Club is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Eighteen is 70.
Eighteen plays 6,602 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Eighteen is 128.



