Question 1

What is the average green fee in San Diego?

Accepted Answer

The average weekday green fee at public golf courses in San Diego is approximately $60–90 for 18 holes. City of San Diego municipal courses (Balboa Park, Mission Trails, Torrey Pines South) average $45–120, mid-tier daily-fee courses run $70–120, and premium resort layouts average $150–300+.

Question 2

How much does it cost to play Torrey Pines?

Accepted Answer

Torrey Pines Golf Course is a city of San Diego municipal course. The South Course (where the US Open is held) runs approximately $110–170 for San Diego residents and $185–265 for non-residents on weekdays, higher on weekends. The North Course is approximately $85–135 for residents and $145–210 for non-residents. Rates vary by season.

Question 3

What is the cheapest golf course in San Diego?

Accepted Answer

The most affordable public golf in San Diego is at city-operated courses. Balboa Park Golf Course, Mission Trails Golf Course, and Coronado Golf Course typically charge $35–55 for 18 holes on weekdays. Resident rates at Torrey Pines are significantly lower than non-resident rates.

Question 4

Is San Diego a good golf destination?

Accepted Answer

Yes — San Diego is one of the premier golf destinations in America. The year-round mild climate, scenic oceanside courses, and concentration of world-class layouts (led by Torrey Pines) make it exceptional. No other major US city offers golf at a US Open venue for under $200.

Question 5

When is the best time to play golf in San Diego?

Accepted Answer

San Diego golf is good year-round, but spring (March–May) offers the best combination of green conditions and comfortable temperatures. Fall (September–November) is also excellent. Summers are warm but rarely extreme, though marine layer (morning fog) can delay play at coastal courses before burning off by midday.

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Mt. Woodson Golf Club Cheapestpublic	$70	$105	—	Yes	4.6(904)	Verified · Last checked Apr 19, 2026
Coronado Golf Course public	Call for rates	—	—	Yes	4.6(1,272)	Pricing not verified — call to confirm
Mission Bay Golf Course and Practice Center public	Call for rates	—	—	Yes	3.9(193)	Pricing not verified — call to confirm
Oaks North Golf Course public	Call for rates	—	—	Yes	4.6(211)	Pricing not verified — call to confirm
Balboa Park Golf Course public	Call for rates	—	—	Yes	4.3(594)	Pricing not verified — call to confirm
The Loma Club public	Call for rates	—	—	Yes	4.5(672)	Pricing not verified — call to confirm
Colina Park Golf Course public	Call for rates	—	—	Yes	4.7(179)	Pricing not verified — call to confirm
The Grand Golf Club public	Call for rates	—	—	Yes	4.6(141)	Pricing not verified — call to confirm
Riverwalk Golf Club public	Call for rates	—	—	Yes	3.8(319)	Pricing not verified — call to confirm
Mission Trails Golf Course public	Call for rates	—	—	Yes	3.8(463)	Pricing not verified — call to confirm
Admiral Baker Golf Course public	Call for rates	—	—	Yes	4.4(701)	Pricing not verified — call to confirm
Presidio Hills Golf Course public	Call for rates	—	—	Yes	3.5(66)	Pricing not verified — call to confirm
Encinitas Ranch Golf Course public	Call for rates	—	—	Yes	4.4(232)	Pricing not verified — call to confirm
Torrey Pines Golf Course: South Course public	Call for rates	—	—	Yes	4.5(41)	Pricing not verified — call to confirm
The Santaluz Club public	Call for rates	—	—	Yes	4.6(246)	Pricing not verified — call to confirm
Singing Hills Golf Club at Sycuan public	Call for rates	—	—	Yes	4.4(2,071)	Pricing not verified — call to confirm
Torrey Pines Golf Course public	Call for rates	—	—	Yes	4.7(3,194)	Pricing not verified — call to confirm
The Crossings at Carlsbad public	Call for rates	—	—	Yes	4.5(999)	Pricing not verified — call to confirm

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