Best Public Golf Courses in Detroit, Michigan
What makes a public course "best" in Detroit? 12 non-member courses qualify; the top 5 below average n/a★.
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Ranked courses
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Chandler Park Golf Course
12801 Chandler Park Drive, Detroit, MI 48213 - 2
Detroit Golf Club
17911 Hamilton Road, Detroit, MI 48203 - 3
Detroit Municipal Golf Course
1500 Country Club Road, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI 49386 - 4
Detroit Oaks Golf Club
3000 Clubhouse Circle, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI 48181 - 5
Detroit Valley Golf Course
1500 Tournament Drive, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI 49048 - 6
North Course
, Detroit, MI 48203 - 7
Rouge Park Golf Course
, Detroit, MI 48219 - 8
South Course
, Detroit, MI 48203 - 9
The Bear at Grand Traverse
100 Championship Drive, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI 48180 - 10
The Club at Detroit
3000 Fairway Drive, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI 49872 - 11
Urban Put Put
, Detroit, MI 48216 - 12
Whistling Straits
500 Club House Drive, Detroit, MI, Detroit, MI 48462
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public golf courses are in Detroit, Michigan?▾
FairwayRadar lists every public, municipal, semi-private, and resort course open to non-member play in Detroit, Michigan. Counts update daily as we verify access policies.
What's the best public golf course in Detroit?▾
Our top-ranked public course in Detroit 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 Detroit?▾
Most public courses in Detroit 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 Detroit?▾
Green fees in Detroit 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.