Best Public Golf Courses in Albany, New York

What makes a public course "best" in Albany? 5 non-member courses qualify (averaging 4.4★); the top 5 below average 0.9★.

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Ranked courses

  1. 1

    Capital Hills at Albany

    65 O'Neil Rd, Albany, NY 12208, USA, Albany, NY 12208
    ★ 4.4 (295 reviews)
  2. 2

    Albany Municipal Golf Course

    123 Golf Course Dr, Albany, NY, Albany, NY
  3. 3

    Golf Galaxy Albany

    9566 Golf Dr, Albany, NY
  4. 4

    Golf Learning Center - Albany

    3660 Golf Dr, Albany, NY
  5. 5

    Practice Center - Albany

    , Albany, NY

Frequently Asked Questions

How many public golf courses are in Albany, New York?▾
FairwayRadar lists every public, municipal, semi-private, and resort course open to non-member play in Albany, New York. Counts update daily as we verify access policies.
What's the best public golf course in Albany?▾
Our top-ranked public course in Albany 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 Albany?▾
Most public courses in Albany 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 Albany?▾
Green fees in Albany 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.