Riversdale Golf Club

Historic Melbourne parkland by Alex Russell, all stone bridges and city glimpses

Riversdale Golf Club is a private parkland course in Mount Waverley, Victoria, Australia, established in 1892 and designed by Alex Russell. It plays to a par of 73 over a layout measuring 5,768 metres, with 116 mapped bunkers across its tree-lined, undulating fairways. Notable features include stone bridges and tranquil lakes set throughout the grounds. Facilities include a driving range, putting green, pro shop, restaurant/dining, club hire, coaching, and parking.

Set in the heart of Melbourne, Riversdale enjoys a reputation as a beautifully presented, shorter parkland course laid out across hilly, undulating terrain. Players consistently praise the excellent course conditioning, the abundance of water, and the elevated views from the clubhouse down across the fairways, with some even catching glimpses of the city skyline. The routing is sometimes described as a touch unconventional, but the layout is regarded as solid and rewarding, presenting a genuine challenge that feels especially fun in match play. Beyond the golf, visitors frequently highlight the warm hospitality, attentive staff, and the quality of the food and dining, making it a popular setting for both rounds and functions. As a private club with a long history, it carries a sense of heritage and occasion that members and guests speak of fondly.