Atlanta's public golf market is smaller than its metro size might suggest — 35+ accessible courses concentrated in the surrounding counties rather than the city proper. Green fees run from $30 at Bobby Jones Golf Course (a Donald Ross design near Buckhead) to $175 at TPC Sugarloaf, with Stone Mountain Golf Club delivering the market's best value in the mid-tier. Atlanta's mild Piedmont climate supports year-round golf with genuine spring and fall conditions.
Atlanta Green Fees by Tier (2026)
| Course | Peak Weekday | Summer Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bobby Jones Golf Course | $32 | $24 | Donald Ross, Buckhead, 4.1 ★ |
| Brown's Mill Golf Course | $30 | $22 | City of Atlanta, south side |
| Mystery Valley Golf Course | $48 | $32 | DeKalb County, 4.2 ★ |
| Stone Mountain (Stonemont) | $62 | $40 | State park land, 4.3 ★ |
| Stone Mountain (Lakemont) | $55 | $35 | State park, lake views |
| Eagle Watch Golf Club | $75 | $48 | Woodstock, 4.3 ★ |
| Chateau Elan Golf Club | $115 | $65 | 3 courses, Braselton, 4.3 ★ |
| TPC Sugarloaf | $155 | $85 | Former PGA Tour venue, 4.4 ★ |
Peak season is March–May and September–November. Verify rates before booking.
Bobby Jones Golf Course: Donald Ross Design Near Buckhead
Bobby Jones Golf Course($32 weekday) is the closest quality public course to central Atlanta — about 4 miles from Midtown — and one of the few public courses in the country with a direct connection to golf's greatest amateur champion. The course was renovated by Rees Jones and reopened in 2021, preserving the Donald Ross design characteristics while upgrading infrastructure. At $32 weekday, it is the best historical value in the Atlanta market.
Stone Mountain Golf Club: The Best Value in Atlanta
Stone Mountain Golf Club — two courses (Stonemont and Lakemont) operated within Georgia State Park — is the consensus best-value golf destination in the Atlanta metro. Stonemont ($62 peak, 4.3 stars) is the stronger of the two; Lakemont ($55) provides lake views and a shorter, more accessible layout. Both courses benefit from state park maintenance standards and a setting that is genuinely distinctive. For visitors who want quality at reasonable rates without driving to the northern suburbs, Stone Mountain is the answer.
TPC Sugarloaf: Atlanta's Premium Public Experience
TPC Sugarloaf($155 peak, 4.4 stars) in Duluth hosted the PGA Tour's BellSouth Classic for years and remains the definitive premium public golf experience in the Atlanta market. Summer rates drop to $85 — making a June or July morning round at TPC Sugarloaf one of the better seasonal value plays in southeastern golf.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest golf course in Atlanta?
Brown's Mill Golf Course (City of Atlanta, $30 weekday) and Bobby Jones Golf Course ($32) are the most affordable options. Mystery Valley Golf Course in DeKalb County ($48) is the best value step up. Stone Mountain Golf Club ($55–62) delivers the best quality-to-price ratio in the metro.
What is the best golf course in Atlanta?
TPC Sugarloaf (former PGA Tour venue, 4.4 stars, $155 peak) is the premium benchmark. For value, Stone Mountain Golf Club Stonemont Course (4.3 stars, $62) is the strongest recommendation — state park setting and consistent conditions at a price that undercuts most daily-fee competition. Eagle Watch Golf Club in Woodstock ($75, 4.3 stars) is also worth the drive.
Is there public golf near downtown Atlanta?
Bobby Jones Golf Course near Buckhead is the closest quality public course to central Atlanta — about 4 miles from Midtown. Brown's Mill Golf Course is about 6 miles south of downtown. Most of the metro's best public golf requires a 25–45 minute drive to the northern suburbs.
When is Atlanta golf cheapest?
Late fall (November–December) and winter (January–February) offer the lowest rates with mild-to-cool playing conditions. Summer (June–August) brings heat and humidity with moderate rate reductions. Peak pricing is March–May and September–October.