Top 25 Public Golf Courses in Georgia - Golfers' Choice 2025

The home state of The Masters is also blessed with a strong public golf scene.
Arrowhead Pointe At Richard B. Russell - water
Take on a peninsula tee-off at Arrowhead Pointe Golf Course, surrounded by Lake Richard B. Russell.

Home to the most famous private club in the world, Georgia is also blessed with a plethora of wonderful public golf courses.

To celebrate those playgrounds, GolfPass releases a Top 25 Public Golf Courses in Georgia every year thanks to YOU. We create our annual Golfers' Choice lists by curating the reviews submitted by everyday golfers. We use GolfPass' Ratings Index logic that weights newer reviews and combine it with a course's subcategory averages.

Each course needed at least five reviews and at least some public tee times to qualify. Most of the best public golf courses in Georgia are championship layouts with driving ranges and all the necessary amenities to compete with private courses. Famous pros like Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods and other green jacket winners love golf in the Peach State.

We make our Golfers' Choice best-of lists user friendly. Simply click on the photo of each course to learn more about the facility or to book a tee time (in most cases).

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Georgia golf courses reviewed in 2024: 125
Reviews of Georgia golf courses in 2024: 8,750

Best public golf courses in Georgia

  1. Currahee Golf Club

    Toccoa, Georgia
    Private
    4.614379085
    26

    Green fee: $125-$145
    What they're saying: "Course has some amazing Mountain Views from holes 1, 10, and 17 to name a few holes. The dramatic elevation changes have to be seen to be believed and the 17th has to be one of the most difficult and most gorgeous holes in Georgia. Jim Fazio designed a masterpiece in the Georgia Mountains that is a must play for any golfer." hornedwoodchuck

  2. Richard B. Russell At Arrowhead Pointe Golf Course

    Elberton, Georgia
    Municipal
    4.7778415133
    958

    Green fee: $50-$60
    What they're saying: "I have to say I have played this course 3 times and I have to say it’s the best course for the money. It’s always clean and well maintained. Back nine is beautiful on the water. Will be my favorite course from now on." - Silauter

  3. Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course

    Buford, Georgia
    Resort
    4.6618953999
    673

    Green fee: $100-$115
    What they're saying: "This place is everything they advertise and more! The staff is over the top with customer service. They meet you at your vehicle and take your clubs to your cart with your name on it. The practice balls, food and drinks are included in your price. This will definitely be one of my favorite courses to play a round at for now on!!! Keep this up and everyone I know will be going here to play, no matter the drive!😂😂😂 They don’t have enough stars for me to give them 10 stars. I LOVE this place!" - Rell213

  4. Bartram Trail Golf Club

    Evans, Georgia
    Public
    4.3860974683
    532

    Green fee: $60-$75
    What they're saying: "Bartram Trail is a beautiful and challenging course with lots to offer golfers at all levels. We will definitely be back." -jafr120

  5. Meadow Links At George T. Bagby

    Fort Gaines, Georgia
    Public
    4.7282913165
    235

    Green fee: $47.25
    What they're saying: "This course is awesome. Never crowded and always in great condition." - elgers

  6. Eisenhower Lakes Golf Club - Island View Nine

    Fort Gordon, Georgia
    Military
    4.3336870102
    77

    Green fee: $36-$57
    What they're saying: "Course in great shape! Staff friendly and courteous! Water coolers on course filled with ICE COLD good tasting water. That is rare since COVID and was very much appreciated on a 99 degree day! Overall great day on the course…thank you!" - dIn39

  7. Griffin Bell Golf Links

    Americus, Georgia
    Public
    4.5094194541
    57

    Green fee: $27-$45
    What they're saying: "This course offers different challenges for the average golfer. Located in town, I have always seen wildlife on this course. I am looking forward to seeing the new clubhouse. The new carts are great and the staff is very friendly." - GeorgeDuffer

  8. Echelon Golf Club

    Alpharetta, Georgia
    Semi-Private
    4.5858736086
    780

    Green fee: $79-$95
    What they're saying: "This course was very fun but difficult. Excellent layout with very interesting holes. This was our first time playing and we would know better how to play next time. Definitely play if you get a chance." - msadler100

  9. The Club at Osprey Cove

    Saint Marys, Georgia
    Private/Resort
    4.5919273062
    429

    Green fee: $63-$83
    What they're saying: "Second time playing this course and it lived up to the first impression the first time I played in April. I highly recommend this course, and I will definitely play here again. To the Osprey Cove staff inside and outside keep up the good work." - duke9492

  10. Brasstown Valley Resort Golf Course

    Young Harris, Georgia
    Resort
    4.8100840336
    262

    Green fee: $49-$89
    What they're saying: "Beautiful course in the mountains, everything you want, very well managed and taken care of… beautiful! Highly recommend!" - mikbrumm

  11. King and Prince Beach and Golf Resort

    Saint Simons Island, Georgia
    Resort
    4.6407975767
    1336

    Green fee: $179
    What they're saying: "I’m in the St. Simon’s area at least 6-8 times a year and always make a point to play King and Prince course when I can. The course is always in great shape and a pleasure to play. The views by the marsh are spectacular!! Do yourself a favor, if near the area, and play King and Prince Golf course. You will be glad you did!!!" - Jgenrich

  12. Achasta Golf Club

    Dahlonega, Georgia
    Semi-Private/Resort
    4.4826629451
    255

    Green fee: $100-$120
    What they're saying: "This course was in great shape and different than other courses nearby. Relatively flat with wide open fairways, which allows you to open things up; but bombers beware, the risk reward is staying in the fairways. The rough, although not too deep, will certainly add a stroke to your score. Placement of traps in just the right places and covering some water made it a challenge within itself. I will be back." - bellasdad33

  13. Chimney Oaks Golf Club

    Homer, Georgia
    Semi-Private
    4.5371176471
    415

    Green fee: $65-$90
    What they're saying: "Had a great time playing the course with a few friends. The course is beautiful and not a bad hole on the course. I will definitely be back to play here." - MrWDunnill

  14. Applewood Golf Course

    Keysville, Georgia
    Semi-Private
    4.5748627445
    845

    Green fee: $37-$47
    What they're saying: "Just as the title states! Course conditions were really good. Green's were receptive and rolled true. Course is in great condition right now and the clean up after the Helene is impressive!" - HeyDaddy

  15. Woodmont Golf Club

    Canton, Georgia
    Semi-Private
    4.4284736371
    792

    Green fee: $74-$99
    What they're saying: "Woodmont is an awesome course at an incredible price point compared to others in the area. The course is in good condition, abundance of water stations and bathrooms throughout the course, and the newly renovated clubhouse offers a great dinning experience after the round. Highly recommend avid golfers checking out the course!" - alalani84

  16. Bull Creek Golf Course - East

    Midland, Georgia
    Public/Municipal
    4.359618442
    167

    Green fee: $32-$45
    What they're saying: "Had a great time playing the East Course today. Well kept, and can’t wait to try out the West Course next time." - Vonphilster

  17. Sapelo Hammock Golf Course

    Shellman Bluff, Georgia
    Semi-Private
    4.5012408263
    1054

    Green fee: $45-$75
    What they're saying: "We play this course each Thanksgiving week as we travel through the area. Fantastic course and great people working there." - Garytaormina

  18. Chapel Hills Golf Course

    Douglasville, Georgia
    Private
    4.3782718829
    130

    What they're saying: "Thoroughly enjoyed our time playing this course. Fairways were plush and greens were immaculate. The facilities as a whole were inviting. If I lived near this course I would definitely be a member." - GolfPass Reviewer

  19. Crosswinds Golf Club

    Green fee: $60-$96
    What they're saying: "The course was great with variations of holes. Slow play because of marshall so went around players. They furnish water bottles and ice. The golf shop has all the items we would need including clothes and shoes. The hitting range has the available of using their Top Tracer equipment but does require a fee." - Barbara35

  20. Stonebridge Golf Club

    Rome, Georgia
    Public
    4.4218853672
    451

    Green fee: $50-$85
    What they're saying: "Always a pleasure to play Stonebridge! Well maintained and well managed, wish I lived closer!" - Kennesawbama1

  21. Sea Palms Golf & Tennis Resort

    Saint Simons Island, Georgia
    Resort
    4.4735470588
    695

    Green fee: $80-$149
    What they're saying: "Enjoyed the round. Had some interesting holes, but was most impressed with the greens. Hope I get the chance to play it again sometime." - GolfPass Reviewer

  22. Kingwood Golf Club & Resort

    Clayton, Georgia
    Resort
    4.2614215686
    147

    Green fee: $75-$85
    What they're saying: "Loved the course, the challenges and elevation changes experienced golfing in the mountains. Tee boxes and directions clearly marked on the course." - lisaholden

  23. Bull Creek Golf Course - West

    Midland, Georgia
    Public/Municipal
    4.3162264906
    143

    Green fee: $32-$45
    What they're saying: "This place only has 9 holes (open today) but for the price it’s one of the best I’ve ever played. The fairways and greens are kept up immaculate. Highly recommend." - danhitsbirds

  24. Harbor Club on Lake Oconee

    Greensboro, Georgia
    Semi-Private
    4.5890448582
    253

    Green fee: $189-$239
    What they're saying: "I always enjoy Harbor Club. The staff is friendly and accommodating. The course is in really great shape." - Drew11020

  25. Chicopee Woods Golf Course

    Gainesville, Georgia
    Public
    4.555866871
    1995

    Green fee: $53-$73
    What they're saying: "Was a great day for golf. Course was in excellent condition. (I) played with three wonderful other golfers. We had a great round of golf, (and) will (would be) glad to return for my next round of golf. Come give this course a try. You won't regret it." - ptommy1

Jason Scott Deegan has reviewed and photographed more than 1,200 courses and written about golf destinations in 28 countries for some of the industry's biggest publications. His work has been honored by the Golf Writer's Association of America and the Michigan Press Association. Follow him on Instagram at @jasondeegangolfpass and X/Twitter at @WorldGolfer.
Brooke Taylor is an intern for GolfPass and a senior at the University of Central Florida studying Entertainment Management, Digital Media, and Managing Sporting Events.

Comments (2)

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I have played 10. Need to play some others.

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