The Links At Riverlakes Ranch is an 18-hole golf course in Bakersfield, CA with a par of 72. It offers 5 tee sets: black (6,781 yards, slope 130, rating 72.9), blue (6,339 yards, slope 125, rating 70.8), white (5,816 yards, slope 119, rating 68.3), gold (5,324 yards, slope 113, rating 65.7), red (4,999 yards, slope 107, rating 64). The hardest hole is #4, a par 5 playing 452 yards from the first tee.
The Links At Riverlakes Ranch
Bakersfield, CA
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A straightforward par 4 that opens with a wide fairway before narrowing as it approaches the green. Bunkers guard the right side of the green, while the left offers a safer bailout area.

A demanding par 4 that plays longer than its yardage suggests, with a fairway that gradually tightens toward the green. Water hazards along the left side and bunkers protecting the right require accurate approach play.

A short par 3 that plays downhill to a well-bunkered green. The elevated tee provides a clear view of the target, but wind exposure and lateral bunkers make club selection critical.

The course's signature hole—a long par 5 with a dramatic dogleg right that tempts aggressive players to bite off more than they can chew. Water lurks along the right side throughout, while bunkers guard the inside of the turn and frame the green.

A deceptive short par 3 playing downhill over marshy ground to a small, elevated green. The reduced yardage masks the difficulty, as the confined landing area and surrounding hazards demand precision over power.

A strong par 4 with a dogleg left that narrows significantly in the landing zone and again near the green. Out of bounds left and water right create a tight corridor, making position off the tee essential.

A forgiving par 4 with a wide fairway that plays slightly downhill before rising to a green framed by bunkers on both sides. The hole's length is moderate, allowing most players to attack the green directly.

A challenging par 4 with a narrow, tree-lined fairway that demands accuracy from the start. Bunkers protect both sides of a small, well-defined green that sits at the end of a tight chute.

A sweeping par 5 that bends gently left through mature trees, with water hazards guarding the inside of the turn. The green sits elevated and is protected by bunkers, making the approach shot as crucial as the tee shot.

A majestic par 5 that demands strategic placement over length, with water running the entire length of the left side. The fairway widens near the green, but the water hazard continues to threaten aggressive lines throughout the hole.

A brutally long par 4 that represents the course's sternest test, playing uphill the entire way with out of bounds threatening the right side. Bunkers frame the elevated green, and the length alone makes reaching it in two a significant achievement.

A mid-length par 4 with a fairway that narrows in the landing zone, requiring attention off the tee. Bunkers left and right of the green force an accurate approach, and water left adds hazard near the green.

A mid-range par 3 playing to an island green completely surrounded by water, leaving no margin for error. The isolated green and lack of bailout areas make this a high-risk, high-reward test of nerve and accuracy.

A forgiving par 4 with a generous fairway that allows players to position themselves well for the approach. The green sits open on the left, but bunkers right create a preferred line through the fairway.

A petite par 3 with a scenic but severe character, as the small green sits surrounded by water and difficult rough. The short yardage is deceptive—wind and the confined target make this appear easier than it plays.

The shortest par 4 on the course, playing to a green that is more accessible than typical, making it an excellent scoring opportunity. Despite its length, subtle bunkering and a narrow approach corridor prevent it from being a giveaway hole.

A strikingly beautiful par 4 with a dramatic dogleg right that hugs water throughout its length. The elevated green sits at the bend, and bunkers guard its right side, demanding a bold approach for scoring opportunities.

A fitting finale—a long par 5 that doglegs left with water and bunkers protecting the inside of the turn. The expansive green offers multiple tiers, rewarding strategic placement and positioning while punishing overly aggressive attempts to finish strong.
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| HCP | 11 | 9 | 7 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 15 | 5 | 13 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 12 | 10 | 16 | 18 | 6 | 14 | |||
| black | 342 | 364 | 183 | 566 | 163 | 432 | 345 | 378 | 510 | 3283 | 573 | 491 | 415 | 216 | 377 | 168 | 331 | 405 | 522 | 3498 | 6781 |
| blue | 325 | 347 | 154 | 541 | 138 | 410 | 327 | 358 | 496 | 3096 | 542 | 465 | 389 | 180 | 328 | 157 | 310 | 381 | 491 | 3243 | 6339 |
| white | 311 | 327 | 127 | 501 | 122 | 353 | 302 | 348 | 474 | 2865 | 529 | 402 | 354 | 141 | 314 | 127 | 283 | 348 | 453 | 2951 | 5816 |
| gold | 281 | 295 | 109 | 459 | 114 | 320 | 293 | 309 | 444 | 2624 | 480 | 374 | 325 | 126 | 303 | 111 | 266 | 316 | 399 | 2700 | 5324 |
| red | 248 | 265 | 102 | 452 | 99 | 313 | 274 | 281 | 433 | 2467 | 448 | 344 | 317 | 118 | 278 | 93 | 232 | 310 | 392 | 2532 | 4999 |