Augusta is synonymous with the Masters Tournament at Augusta National — but everyday golfers find a genuinely competitive public market spanning Richmond County in Georgia and Aiken County in South Carolina. Green fees range from $25 at city-operated layouts to $120 at Champions Retreat Golf Club in Evans, where three 9-hole courses were designed by Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus, and Arnold Palmer. Outside of Masters Week (when prices spike 5–10x), Augusta is one of the best golf values in the Southeast.
Augusta Green Fees by Tier (2026)
| Course | Weekday 18 | Weekend 18 | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midland Valley Golf Club | $41 | $51 | 3.9 ★ |
| Applewood Golf Course | $43 | $53 | 4.5 ★ |
| Goshen Golf Club | $43 | $54 | 3.7 ★ |
| Belle Meade Country Club | $55 | $85 | 3.7 ★ |
| Mount Vintage Golf Club | $60 | $75 | 4.5 ★ |
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City Courses and the Richmond County Tier
Augusta Municipal Golf Course and Riverbend Park Golf Course anchor the affordable tier at $25–40 weekday. Forest Hills Golf Club — 2 miles from Augusta National — offers semi-private daily-fee access at $35–55, making it the closest quality public course to the legendary private club.
Columbia County: The Premium Public Market
The Evans and Martinez corridor in Columbia County holds the metro's best daily-fee access at $55–95. Jones Creek Golf Club and Bartram Trail Golf Clubare the top standard daily-fee picks. Champions Retreat Golf Club(Evans, $85–120) is the prestige option — the tridesign pedigree and Augusta National-adjacent location make it one of the most unique public golf experiences in Georgia.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the public play golf near Augusta National?
Augusta National is strictly private. The nearest public options are Forest Hills Golf Club (2 miles, $35-55) and Augusta Municipal ($25-40, 4 miles). Both are easily accessible and make solid rounds for golfers who want to be in the Augusta National neighborhood.
How much does golf cost during Masters Week in Augusta?
During Masters Week (first full week of April), courses in the Augusta market typically spike 5-10x normal rates. Courses that charge $50-80 normally ask $200-500+ during Masters Week. Visit any other week for normal pricing.
What is the best public golf course in Augusta?
Champions Retreat Golf Club (Evans, $85-120) is the prestige option — three 9s by Player, Nicklaus, and Palmer. For standard daily-fee, Jones Creek Golf Club ($55-80) and Bartram Trail Golf Club ($50-75) in Columbia County are the top picks.
Are golf courses in Aiken SC cheaper than Augusta GA?
Yes — Aiken County courses run 10-20% cheaper than comparable Augusta-side tracks at $35-70. Cedar Creek Golf Club and Woodside Plantation are the top Aiken options with semi-private daily-fee access.