Playing public golf in Adelaide
From the coastal links near the gulf to the foothills tucked against the Adelaide Hills, golf here rewards both the seaside breeze and the rolling climb. Every course on this page is public — pay-and-play, no membership required — so you can simply book a tee time and go. That includes well-regarded names like Glenelg, with its mature tree-lined fairways, and the elevated, view-laden layout at Mount Osmond.
Across the metropolitan region you'll find nineteen public courses, ranging from parkland tracks to gentler community layouts. If you're roaming further, the wider South Australia guide and the Eyre Peninsula are worth a look too. Browse the full directory and map below to find your next round.
Best-rated public courses in Adelaide
Every public course in Adelaide
Cheapest public rounds in Adelaide
- Drummond Golf Driving Range West Beach Range ball pricing from $16.00; mini golf rounds from $19.50 (per official site)
- Regency Park Community Golf Course Regency Park Casual green fees advertised around $16pp (9 holes); season passes available via monthly direct debit.
- Thaxted Park Golf Club Woodcroft Visitors: $45 (18 holes)/$30 (9 holes) weekdays; $55/$35 Sun & public holidays; various member/junior/pensioner rates; cart hire available.
- Flagstaff Hill Golf Club Flagstaff Hill 18 holes $60 pp (Mon/Thu/Fri), $70 pp (Sun & public holidays); 9 holes $35/$45. Cart hire 9 holes $33, 18 holes $50.
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Public golf in Adelaide: FAQs
Can visitors play public golf courses in Adelaide?
Yes. All 18 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 Adelaide?
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 Adelaide?
By player rating, the standouts are Mount Osmond Golf Club, Valley View Golf Course, West Lakes 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 Adelaide?
Green fees vary by course and day. The most accessible option here is Drummond Golf Driving Range at Range ball pricing from $16.00; mini golf rounds from $19.50 (per official site); see the "most accessible" list above for the cheapest rounds in Adelaide.
Which public courses are closest to the Adelaide CBD?
Use the map above to see every public course plotted by location — the markers nearest Adelaide are your closest options. Tap any marker for the course, its green fee and a link to full details.