Budget Guide

Cheapest Golf Courses in San Francisco Bay Area, CALIFORNIA

The cheapest public golf courses in San Francisco Bay Area 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

$43

City average

12

Courses ranked

#1

Mission Hills of Hayward Golf Course

Cheapest in San Francisco Bay Area

San-Francisco, CA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.2 (347)
Listed on course website · Checked May 6, 2026
$23
weekday 18 holes
$23 weekend
+cart fee
#2

Diablo Hills Golf Course

San-Francisco, CA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $204.1 (304)
Listed on course website · Checked May 6, 2026
$25
weekday 18 holes
$25 weekend
+cart fee
#3

Redwood Canyon Golf Course

San-Francisco, CA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $234.2 (415)
Listed on course website · Checked May 6, 2026
$30
weekday 18 holes
$40 weekend
+cart fee
#4

Gleneagles

San-Francisco, CA · 18 holes · Par 74

Walking allowed4.1 (141)
Listed on course website · Checked May 6, 2026
$35
weekday 18 holes
$35 weekend
+cart fee
#5

Poplar Creek Golf Course

San-Francisco, CA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $344.1 (476)
Listed on course website · Checked May 6, 2026
$45
weekday 18 holes
$62 weekend
+cart fee
#6

Los Lagos Golf Course Maintenance

San-Francisco, CA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $344.6 (16)
Listed on course website · Checked May 6, 2026
$47
weekday 18 holes
$64 weekend
+cart fee
#7

Metropolitan Golf Links

San-Francisco, CA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $324.2 (435)
Listed on course website · Checked May 6, 2026
$47
weekday 18 holes
$73 weekend
+cart fee
#8

Callippe Preserve Golf Course

San-Francisco, CA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $364.5 (796)
Listed on course website · Checked Apr 24, 2026
$49
weekday 18 holes
$65 weekend
+cart fee
#9

Las Positas Golf Course

San-Francisco, CA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $364.0 (539)
Listed on course website · Checked May 6, 2026
$50
weekday 18 holes
$60 weekend
+cart fee
#10

Santa Teresa Golf Club

San-Francisco, CA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed Twilight $354.2 (310)
Listed on course website · Checked May 6, 2026
$54
weekday 18 holes
$79 weekend
+cart fee
#11

Cinnabar Hills Golf Club

San-Francisco, CA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.7 (1,095)
Listed on course website · Checked May 6, 2026
$70
weekday 18 holes
$80 weekend
#12

Palo Alto Municipal Golf Club

San-Francisco, CA · 18 holes · Par

Walking allowed4.3 (57)
Listed on course website · Checked May 6, 2026
$75
weekday 18 holes
weekend
+cart fee

How to Save Even More on Golf in San Francisco Bay Area

Play twilight

Twilight rates in San Francisco Bay Area 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.