Best Public Golf Courses in Durham, North Carolina
What makes a public course "best" in Durham? 8 non-member courses qualify (averaging 4.1★); the top 5 below average 4.1★.
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Ranked courses
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Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club
3001 Cameron Blvd, Durham, NC 27705, USA, Durham, NC 27705★ 4.7 (1,547 reviews) - 2
Hillandale Golf Course
1600 Hillandale Rd, Durham, NC 27705, USA, Durham, NC 27705★ 4.3 (367 reviews) - 3
Umstead Pines @ Willowhaven Golf & Swim Club
253 Country Club Dr, Durham, NC 27712, USA, Durham, NC 27712★ 4.5 (277 reviews) - 4
The Crossings Golf Club
4023 Wake Forest Hwy, Durham, NC 27703, USA, Durham, NC 27703★ 3.8 (293 reviews) - 5
Falls Village Golf Club
115 Falls Village Dr, Durham, NC 27703, USA, Durham, NC 27703★ 3.4 (326 reviews) - 6
Old Chatham Golf Club
1480 O'Kelly Chapel Road, Durham, NC 27713 - 7
Treyburn Country Club
1 Old Trail Drive, Durham, NC 27712 - 8
Umstead Pines Golf & Swim Club
253 Country Club Drive, Durham, NC 27712
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public golf courses are in Durham, North Carolina?▾
FairwayRadar lists every public, municipal, semi-private, and resort course open to non-member play in Durham, North Carolina. Counts update daily as we verify access policies.
What's the best public golf course in Durham?▾
Our top-ranked public course in Durham 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 Durham?▾
Most public courses in Durham 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 Durham?▾
Green fees in Durham 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.