Sacramento and the Central Valley offer some of California's most affordable golf. While the Bay Area averages $80–120+, Sacramento's public courses average $49 on weekdays — making it one of the best-value markets in the entire state. The region has over 40 public-access courses in Sacramento, Elk Grove, Roseville, Folsom, and Davis.
Sacramento Green Fees: Current Pricing
| Course | Weekday 18 | Weekend 18 | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald Lakes Golf Course | $26 | $33 | 4.4 ★ |
| Indian Creek Country Club | $34 | $35 | 4.2 ★ |
| Cherry Island Golf Course | $36 | $47 | 4.3 ★ |
| Mather Golf Course | $38 | $49 | 4.3 ★ |
| Black Oak Golf Course | $38 | $38 | 4.4 ★ |
| Wildhorse Golf Club | $48 | $74 | 4 ★ |
| River Oaks Golf Club | $52 | $60 | 4.4 ★ |
| Turkey Creek Golf Club | $59 | $79 | 4.5 ★ |
| Teal Bend Golf Club | $61 | $81 | 4.4 ★ |
| Empire Ranch Golf Club | $65 | $89 | 4.2 ★ |
| Ridge Golf Course & Events Center | $80 | $90 | 4.5 ★ |
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The Municipal Course Network
The City of Sacramento operates William Land Golf Course and Haggin Oaks Golf Complex— two courses on the same property that are among the top-value layouts in Northern California. Haggin Oaks' MacKenzie Course (a Alister MacKenzie design) is a bucket-list round for California golf historians, at a remarkably accessible price point.
Suburban Value: Folsom, Roseville, Elk Grove
Bartley Cavanaugh Golf Course, Bing Maloney Golf Complex, and Ancil Hoffman Golf Coursein Carmichael fill out the city-operated tier. Roseville's Diamond Oaks Golf Club and Timber Creek Golf Courseoffer slightly higher-end conditions in the $45–70 range.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest public golf in Sacramento CA?
Haggin Oaks Golf Complex and William Land Golf Course (both city-operated) are Sacramento's most affordable options, typically $26-45 for 18 holes. Bartley Cavanaugh and Bing Maloney Golf Complex are similarly priced.
Is Haggin Oaks worth playing?
Yes — especially the Alister MacKenzie-designed MacKenzie Course, which is a historically significant layout at an affordable price. The complex hosts the annual Haggin Oaks Golf Classic. It's one of the more underrated public golf destinations in California.
How does Sacramento golf compare to the Bay Area?
Sacramento averages $49/round on weekdays versus $80-120+ in the Bay Area. The quality is not as high at the top end, but for daily-fee golf Sacramento is dramatically more affordable and less crowded.
Are there golf courses near downtown Sacramento?
Haggin Oaks Golf Complex and William Land Golf Course are 10-15 minutes from downtown. Ancil Hoffman Golf Course in Carmichael is 20 minutes. The American River Parkway area has several walkable courses accessible from the city.