Wilmington NC sits at the southern end of North Carolina's coast — a beach town with Brunswick County golf on one side and Onslow/Jacksonville military golf on the other. The region's 27+ public-access courses include affordable city layouts and premium resort tracks oriented toward beach tourists. Weekday rates across the market vary from $30 at municipal courses to $80+ at Wilmington-area resorts.
Wilmington NC Green Fees: Current Pricing
| Course | Weekday 18 | Weekend 18 | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Island Par 3 Golf Course | $17 | $17 | 3.9 ★ |
| Maccripine Country Club | $24 | $34 | 4.4 ★ |
| The Lakes Golf Club | $33 | $38 | 3.9 ★ |
| Olde Point Country Club | $44 | $49 | 3.7 ★ |
| Olde Point Golf Course Maintenance | $44 | $49 | 4 ★ |
| Ironclad Beer Garden | $44 | $49 | 4.7 ★ |
| Ironclad Golf | $44 | $49 | 4 ★ |
| Mountain Aire Golf Course | $60 | $60 | 4.8 ★ |
| Castle Bay Links Golf Course | $63 | $72 | 4.3 ★ |
| North Shore Golf Course | $70 | $85 | 4.4 ★ |
| Magnolia Greens Golf Course | $75 | $75 | 4.4 ★ |
| Beau Rivage Golf & Resort | $89 | $109 | 4.4 ★ |
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Brunswick County: The Value Tier
Brunswick County south of Wilmington has a cluster of public-access courses that cater to retirees and seasonal residents. Lockwood Folly Country Club, Boiling Spring Lakes Golf Club, and Meadowlands Golf Cluboffer full-length layouts in the $30–55 range.
Wilmington Resort Golf
Landfall Club and Beau Rivage Golf & Resortrepresent the premium end. Wilmington's beach proximity (Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, Topsail Island) supports seasonal pricing spikes — courses closest to the beach often charge peak rates from April through September.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest public golf near Wilmington NC?
Brunswick County courses south of Wilmington offer the best value — Boiling Spring Lakes Golf Club and Meadowlands Golf Club run $30-45 for 18 holes. Wilmington Municipal Golf Course is the city's affordable option.
Are there golf courses near Wrightsville Beach NC?
No courses directly on Wrightsville Beach. The closest are 15-20 minutes inland — Landfall Club, Echo Farms Golf and Country Club, and Porter's Neck Country Club are the nearest options to Wrightsville Beach.
How does Wilmington NC golf compare to Myrtle Beach?
Myrtle Beach is 90 minutes south and has dramatically more golf (90+ courses). Wilmington's market is more local-oriented with 25-30 courses and lower peak-season visitor volume. Wilmington is cheaper and less crowded than Myrtle Beach's Grand Strand.
Is there good golf near Camp Lejeune NC?
Yes. Jacksonville NC (adjacent to Camp Lejeune) has several courses. The base operates Tarawa Terrace Golf Course for military access. Civilian courses in the Onslow/Jacksonville area run $35-55 on weekdays.