Miami-Dade County has 20+ public-access golf courses ranging from county-operated municipal layouts to well-rated semi-private clubs. Green fees run $35 to $105 for 18 holes — meaningfully more affordable than Fort Lauderdale or Naples, and competitive with the mid-range of the Orlando market.
What You'll Pay at Miami's Public Courses
| Course | Weekday | Weekend |
|---|---|---|
| Briar Bay Golf Course | $35 | $39 |
| Greynolds Golf Course | $39 | $39 |
| Costa Del Sol Golf Club | $49 | $56 |
| Golf Club of Miami | $50 | $62 |
| Country Club of Miami | $50 | $62 |
| Redland Golf & Country Club | $70 | $90 |
| Palmetto Golf Course | $85 | $100 |
| Miami Springs Golf & Country Club | $85 | $105 |
The Cheapest Golf in Miami
Briar Bay Golf Coursein North Miami Beach is Miami's most affordable public course at $35 weekday.Greynolds Golf Course is similarly priced at $39 flat — one of the few courses in Florida where weekday and weekend rates are identical. Both are Miami-Dade County-operated and allow unrestricted walking. For golfers on a strict budget, this is the tier that matters: sub-$40, walkable, no booking surprises.
Best Value: Redland Golf & Country Club
Redland Golf & Country Club (4.2 stars, $70 weekday) offers the strongest quality-to-price ratio in the market. It sits south of the main metro near Homestead — worth the drive for golfers who want a genuine course experience without paying $85+. Miami Springs Golf & Country Club (4.4 stars) is the area's highest-rated public course but priced at the top of the market.
Seasonal Pricing in Miami
Miami follows South Florida's seasonal pattern: peak rates November through April, lowest in summer. Unique to Miami: the weekday/weekend pricing gap is narrower than most Florida markets. Briar Bay and Greynolds charge identical rates regardless of day — municipal pricing reflects city policy rather than demand management. At semi-private courses like Redland and Palmetto, the weekend premium runs $15–20.
- November–April (peak): Highest demand, especially January–March. Semi-private courses fill on weekends. Book 5–7 days out.
- May, October (shoulder): Good weather, fewer crowds, modest savings at non-municipal courses.
- June–September (summer): Lowest rates of the year. Morning rounds before 9 AM are excellent. Afternoon storms are routine — plan accordingly.
Walking in Miami
Miami's flat terrain makes it one of Florida's most walkable golf markets. Briar Bay, Greynolds, Golf Club of Miami, and Palmetto Golf Course all allow walking. Miami-Dade municipal courses in particular are walker-friendly — it is built into their public-access mandate.
Miami vs. Fort Lauderdale vs. Orlando: How Prices Compare
Miami's average weekday rate (~$58) falls between Orlando (~$45) and Fort Lauderdale (~$75). The budget tier in Miami ($35–$50) is genuinely competitive with budget Orlando options. The premium tier ($85–$105) is priced similarly to Fort Lauderdale. For golfers comparing markets: Miami has better budget options than Fort Lauderdale and more course variety than Naples, but Orlando still wins on sheer volume of affordable public courses.