Riviera Country Club
- Par
- 71
- Yardage
- 7,322yds
- Holes
- 18
- Opened
- 1926
- Access
- Private
- Design
- Classic
History
Riviera Country Club, designed by George Thomas Jr. and William Bell and opened in 1926 in the Santa Monica Mountains above Los Angeles, earned the nickname the Riviera of America for its glamour and Mediterranean climate. Ben Hogan won the Los Angeles Open there three consecutive years in the 1940s, inspiring another nickname: Hogan's Alley. The course's combination of eucalyptus-lined fairways, strategically placed bunkers, and innovative design features — including a bunker inside the 6th green — has made it one of the most revered PGA Tour venues. The Genesis Invitational is played here annually.
Signature Hole
10th hole, par 4, 315 yards — a dramatic driveable par-4 with a bunker cut into the middle of the green
Notable Tournaments
- Genesis Invitational (annual, PGA Tour, formerly Los Angeles Open)
- 1948 U.S. Open
In the context of the top 100
Where this course sits against every ranked course on the list.
Frequently asked questions
Is Riviera Country Club public or private?
Riviera Country Club is a private club. Play is generally limited to members and their accompanied guests.
Who designed Riviera Country Club?
Riviera Country Club was designed by George Thomas Jr. & William Bell and opened in 1926.
Where does Riviera Country Club rank among the top golf courses in America?
Riviera Country Club ranks #18 on our consensus ranking of America's 100 greatest golf courses, synthesized from Golf Digest, Golfweek, and GOLF Magazine.
What is the signature hole at Riviera Country Club?
The signature hole at Riviera Country Club is the 10th hole, par 4, 315 yards — a dramatic driveable par-4 with a bunker cut into the middle of the green.