River Birch Golf Course
River Birch Golf Course in Star, Idaho delivers an approachable parkland layout marked by tree-lined fairways and fast greens. Ideal for golfers of all levels, the course balances scenic calm with moments of demanding precision amidst well-kept grounds and friendly service.
Course Overview
River Birch Golf Course presents an 18-hole challenge set against the gently rolling landscape of Star, Idaho. This public course offers a blend of accessible playability with moments that test strategy and precision, making it suitable for golfers at varying skill levels. The layout leans toward a parkland style, featuring tree-lined fairways, water hazards, and subtle elevation changes that influence shot selection throughout the round.
The course’s conditioning stands out, with well-maintained fairways and greens that invite careful approach play. These greens demand attention - known for their speed and subtle breaks, they reward golfers who read the terrain thoughtfully. While the course can offer a relaxing pace during less busy mid-week days, weekends and peak times may see slower play, requiring patience from visitors. Despite occasional congestion, the staff’s friendliness contributes positively to the overall experience.
River Birch’s setting outside Boise offers a quiet atmosphere without distractions, letting golfers concentrate on their game amid quietly swaying trees and occasional water features that frame several holes. The course uses its natural Idaho topography effectively, creating holes that feel connected to the land rather than over-engineered.
Walking the course is encouraged, with mostly gentle terrain that invites players to stay immersed in the surroundings. Golf carts are available but not mandatory, and appropriate footwear is advised to handle early morning dew or light rain. The clubhouse provides essential amenities, including a pro shop with helpful staff and a casual spot to relax before or after rounds.
Visitors should plan tee times with an eye toward less crowded periods for the smoothest experience. Overall, River Birch Golf Course offers a practical yet engaging outing for those seeking a well-kept course with a solid mix of challenge and comfort in a welcoming Idaho golf community.
Course Highlights
River Birch’s layout blends traditional parkland elements with Idaho’s natural landscape, highlighted by tree corridors and water hazards that influence course strategy. Greens are known for being quick and technically demanding, and the course’s tranquil setting offers an inviting space for both relaxation and focused play.
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Guest Reviews
Sean Linn
Record pace! Wife and I came through Boise to see our son on way to Texas. Snuck out early to get a quick 18 in at a new course. I was lucky enough to be paired up with a regular here. It is always so nice to have an experienced player with you when playing a new course. We blew and I mean blew through 18 in 2 hours and 45 min! Oh yeah .. the course was great too lol
Helen Napier
This course and fantastic staff is one of the most female friendly courses in the valley. We love River Birch!
Helen Napier
This course and fantastic staff is one of the most female friendly courses in the valley. We love River Birch!
Tom Schimmel
Will R
No customer service worst experience at a golf club in Idaho. Allowing groups to wait tee off until no one is on the green and then getting pushed by two twosome’s behind us driving their carts right up to the tee box blasting music and and having a full on conversation while teeing off. Thought it would be a fun day golfing with my sons. Won’t be going back and will be telling everyone I know.
Will R
No customer service worst experience at a golf club in Idaho. Allowing groups to wait tee off until no one is on the green and then getting pushed by two twosome’s behind us driving their carts right up to the tee box blasting music and and having a full on conversation while teeing off. Thought it would be a fun day golfing with my sons. Won’t be going back and will be telling everyone I know.
Devin Halls
We’ll start with the good. River birch golf course is a beautiful course with deadly greens. Now the bad. You’ll be paying a premium golf course price to sit around waiting for the backed up course more than you’ll be playing golf. 8 minute increments is a disaster. Hole 14 had 5 groups at the tee box. The pro shop charged us for only 9 because “the course was so backed up all day” The course is backed up because it simply is not possible to squeeze out the extra 1.5 groups. It’s very clear greed and mismanagement. I have a hunch that discounting groups to proactively apologize for the delays undoes any fiscal gain from cramming the extra 1.5 groups so why not just do 10 minute increments like every other golf course that cares about the experience of its patrons? The greenskeepers deserve better management. This course should be a delight to play and instead it’s a slow dull time waiting for the group in front of you to tee off.
Gene
I have played here about a dozen times now. I always enjoy a very relaxing round of golf at RB. Mid-week you rarely have to wait and no one playing into you. Can be a challenging course when the greens are running fast…good value and very friendly staff. The golf course is always in very good condition.
cory bammert
Good golfing
Paul Guggenbuehl
The people are warm and nice. The course is different. It’s a nice break from regular courses.
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Course Details
Access & Location
3740 N Pollard Ln, Star, ID 83669, USA
Main clubhouse featuring pro shop and casual dining
Walking encouraged with mostly gentle terrain; sturdy footwear advised for dew or wet conditions
Open to all players; tee times recommended especially on weekends
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