Rhode Island Course
Barrington, RI, USA


Rhode Island Country Club, a stalwart of Barrington, holds a revered place in New England golf, its narrative woven into the very fabric of the state's sporting history. The course presents an engaging challenge, where strategic play trumps raw power. Designed in the early Golden Age, the course exhibits classic architectural touches while navigating undulating terrain that slopes gently towards Narragansett Bay. Notable for its strategic bunkering and closely mown approaches, Rhode Island Country Club presents a subtle test, favoring players who can shape shots and think their way around the course. The wind, an ever-present factor blowing in off the bay, demands constant calculation. Its narrow fairways and strategically placed bunkers, and relatively short distance, put a premium on accuracy and course management. The club is home to a membership known for its deep local roots and passion for the game. Social events are frequent and well-attended, fostering a strong sense of community.
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Private column compares member-only and guest-restricted courses.
Best in World
Unranked
Best in USA
Unranked
Best in RI
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8.0
37 players
Known for the holes/driving range on the water that you see when you pull in but the inland holes are better IMO. Great track
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FAQ
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Rhode Island has a Course Vaults score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 18 explicit golfer ratings.
Rhode Island was designed by Donald Ross.
Rhode Island is listed as private on Course Vaults; guest access is typically restricted.
Par at Rhode Island is 71.
Rhode Island plays 6,372 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Rhode Island is 137.