Playing public golf in Greater Brisbane & Moreton Bay
From the coastal flats of Moreton Bay to the hinterland pockets west of the city, golf in Greater Brisbane rewards you with warm-weather rounds and genuine variety. Every course listed here is pay-and-play, so there is no membership required — just book a tee time and turn up. You will find leafy parkland layouts, tricky short tracks and country club fairways, with green fees running from wallet-friendly twilight rates to a premium round when you feel like treating yourself.
Standouts worth your attention include the well-regarded Carbrook, the scenic Woodford up in the ranges, and Boonah out in the Scenic Rim. With 46 public courses to explore, browse the directory and map below to find your next game.
Best-rated public courses in Greater Brisbane & Moreton Bay
Every public course in Greater Brisbane & Moreton Bay
Cheapest public rounds in Greater Brisbane & Moreton Bay
- Esk Country Golf Club Esk Green fees (9 or 18 holes) $15; Open competition fees: Members $15, Visitors $20
- Oxley Golf Complex - Corinda Golf Course Oxley 9 holes: $20 full / $17 concession / $14 member concession. 18 holes: $27 full / $24 concession / $20 member concession (site pricing as of recent update).
- Kilcoy Golf Club Kilcoy 9 or 18 Holes Walking Weekday $20pp; Weekends $25pp; Cart hire $30 (9 holes) / $45 (18 holes) for non-members (per official site pricing page, 2024/2025)
- Lowood & District Golf Club Lowood Weekend 18 holes $30, cart hire $45; midweek special 2 players + shared cart 18 holes $80; competition entry $20 members/$25 visitors.
- Bulimba Golf Club Bulimba Adults $30 for 18 holes (weekend); Students $26; Seniors/Pensioners $20; Juniors $18; Night Golf $25 (10 holes). $10 weekday golf specials in June; kids play free Sundays with paying adult.
- St Lucia Golf Links Indooroopilly Social golf days starting from $85 per person
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Public golf in Greater Brisbane & Moreton Bay: FAQs
Can visitors play public golf courses in Greater Brisbane & Moreton Bay?
Yes. All 46 courses listed here are public — pay-and-play or public-access layouts open to visitors, with no club membership required. Book a tee time, turn up and play.
Do I need a handicap to play public golf in Greater Brisbane & Moreton Bay?
No. Public courses don't require an official handicap or membership to book a casual round. You may need one for club competitions, but for a standard tee time anyone can play — beginners included.
Which are the best-rated public courses in Greater Brisbane & Moreton Bay?
By player rating, the standouts are Carbrook Golf Club, Woodford Golf Club, Boonah Golf Club. You'll find the full ranked list, with green fees and ratings, in the directory above.
How much is a round of public golf in Greater Brisbane & Moreton Bay?
Green fees vary by course and day. The most accessible option here is Esk Country Golf Club at Green fees (9 or 18 holes) $15; Open competition fees: Members $15, Visitors $20; see the "most accessible" list above for the cheapest rounds in Greater Brisbane & Moreton Bay.
Which public courses are closest to the Greater Brisbane & Moreton Bay CBD?
Use the map above to see every public course plotted by location — the markers nearest Greater Brisbane & Moreton Bay are your closest options. Tap any marker for the course, its green fee and a link to full details.