Best Public Golf Courses in Atlanta, Georgia

You don't need a membership to play great golf in Atlanta. From resort courses to municipal gems, here are the best public and semi-private courses in the area — ranked by design quality, conditioning, and value.

TPC Sugarloaf semi-private

Atlanta, Georgia · Greg Norman (1999) · 18 holes · Par 72 · 7,259 yards

A Greg Norman Signature design in Duluth, TPC Sugarloaf offers accessible championship golf in Metro Atlanta. The rolling terrain and mature hardwoods create a peaceful setting for this former PGA Tour venue.

Greg Norman Signature designFormer PGA Tour venueAccessible championship golf

Green Fee: $80–$150 Rating: 4.4/5

Bobby Jones Golf Course public

Atlanta, Georgia · Bob Cupp (redesign) (1932) · 9 holes · Par 35 · 3,525 yards

Named for Atlanta's most famous golfer, Bobby Jones GC is a lovingly redesigned 9-hole course and practice facility in Buckhead. The intimate layout offers a welcoming, walkable experience in the heart of the city.

Named for Bobby JonesHeart of Buckhead locationWalkable 9-hole design

Green Fee: $25–$55 Rating: 4/5

Château Élan Golf Club - Château Course resort

Atlanta, Georgia · Denis Griffiths (1989) · 18 holes · Par 71 · 7,030 yards

Part of the Château Élan Winery & Resort northeast of Atlanta, this Denis Griffiths design pairs north Georgia rolling terrain with a European winery atmosphere. The resort offers three courses total, making it one of the best multi-day golf destinations in the Atlanta area.

Winery resort settingThree courses at one resortRolling north Georgia terrain

Green Fee: $70–$120 Rating: 4.2/5

Best Time to Play

March through May and September through November are ideal, with moderate temperatures and the region's famous dogwood and azalea blooms adding color in spring. Summers are hot and humid; winters are mild but occasionally cold.

Booking Tips

For the best rates, book tee times midweek or during shoulder seasons. Many courses offer twilight rates for afternoon rounds. Resort courses often bundle with hotel stays for significant savings.

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the world's busiest airport with nonstop service from virtually everywhere. Golf courses are spread across the metro area — consider the north side (Alpharetta/Duluth) for TPC Sugarloaf or the east side for East Lake.

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