Budget Guide

Cheapest Golf Courses in San Diego, CALIFORNIA

The cheapest public golf courses in San Diego start at just $23 for 18 holes on weekdays. This ranked list is sorted by weekday green fee — the best indicator of everyday affordability. All courses are public or semi-private and open to walk-in play. Prices are regularly verified but may change seasonally, so always call ahead.

$23

Lowest rate

$65

City average

9

Courses ranked

#1

Emerald Isle Golf Course

Cheapest in San Diego

San-Diego, CA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $204.5 (411)
Listed on course website · Checked May 6, 2026
$23
weekday 18 holes
$28 weekend
+cart fee
#2

Rancho Carlsbad Golf Course

San-Diego, CA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $234.2 (258)
Listed on course website · Checked May 6, 2026
$28
weekday 18 holes
$33 weekend
+cart fee
#3

Bonita Golf Course

San-Diego, CA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $404.4 (784)
Listed on course website · Checked May 6, 2026
$50
weekday 18 holes
$65 weekend
+cart fee
#4

Boulder Oaks Golf Club

San-Diego, CA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $353.8 (364)
Listed on course website · Checked May 6, 2026
$59
weekday 18 holes
$79 weekend
+cart fee
#5

Singing Hills Golf Club at Sycuan

San-Diego, CA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $554.4 (2,072)
Listed on course website · Checked May 6, 2026
$65
weekday 18 holes
weekend
+cart fee
#6

Mt. Woodson Golf Club

San-Diego, CA · 18 holes · Par 70

Walking allowed4.6 (904)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
$70
weekday 18 holes
$105 weekend
#7

Oaks North Golf Course

San-Diego, CA · 18 holes · Par 60

Walking allowed Twilight $404.6 (211)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
$77
weekday 18 holes
weekend
#8

Steele Canyon Golf Club

San-Diego, CA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $854.5 (522)
Listed on course website · Checked May 6, 2026
$105
weekday 18 holes
$145 weekend
#9

Encinitas Ranch Golf Course

San-Diego, CA · 18 holes · Par 72

Walking allowed Twilight $604.4 (232)
No public pricing currently available · Call to confirm rates
$110
weekday 18 holes
$125 weekend

How to Save Even More on Golf in San Diego

Play twilight

Twilight rates in San Diego typically kick in 2–3 hours before sunset. Expect to save 30–50% off standard rates.

Walk instead of riding

Walking saves $10–20 per round at courses that allow it. It's also better exercise.

Senior & junior rates

Golfers 55+ and juniors under 18 typically save $5–15 off standard green fees at most public courses.

Book weekday mornings

Weekday rates are consistently $10–40 cheaper than weekend rates at the same course.