Best Public Golf Courses in Athens, Alabama

Athens's public golf scene: 6 non-member courses tracked. The top-ranked is Southern Gayles Golf Club & Grill (4.1★ from 232 reviews).

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Ranked courses

  1. 1

    Southern Gayles Golf Club & Grill

    22230 Mooresville Rd, Athens, AL 35613, USA, Athens, AL 35613
    ★ 4.1 (232 reviews)
  2. 2

    Hot Shots Driving Range

    17035 Brownsferry Rd, Athens, AL 35611, USA, Athens, AL 35611
    ★ 4.1 (38 reviews)
  3. 3

    Par 72 Driving Range

    25065 US-72, Athens, AL 35613, USA, Athens, AL 35613
    ★ 4.1 (17 reviews)
  4. 4

    Westside Drive Golf Range

    17035 Brownsferry Rd, Athens, AL 35611, USA, Athens, AL 35611
    ★ 4.8 (6 reviews)
  5. 5

    Canebrake Club

    23015 Founders Circle, Athens, AL 35613
  6. 6

    Southern Gayles Golf Club and Grill

    22230 Mooresville Road, Athens, AL 35613

Frequently Asked Questions

How many public golf courses are in Athens, Alabama?▾
FairwayRadar lists every public, municipal, semi-private, and resort course open to non-member play in Athens, Alabama. Counts update daily as we verify access policies.
What's the best public golf course in Athens?▾
Our top-ranked public course in Athens is the highest-rated by Google reviews. See the ranked list above for current standings — rankings shift as new reviews come in.
Are tee times required at public courses in Athens?▾
Most public courses in Athens accept tee times 1–14 days in advance. Walk-ons are typically allowed on weekdays but rarely on weekend mornings. Click any course for its booking link and phone number.
What do public golf courses cost in Athens?▾
Green fees in Athens vary by course and time of day. The ranked list above shows weekday and weekend rate ranges where available. Twilight rates (typically after 2pm) run 30–50% below morning prices.
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