Best Public Golf Courses in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
What makes a public course "best" in Philadelphia? 14 non-member courses qualify; the top 5 below average n/a★.
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Ranked courses
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Bala Golf Course
, Philadelphia, PA 08065 - 2
Bedford Springs Resort
1500 Links Lane, Philadelphia, PA, Philadelphia, PA 19135 - 3
Cobbs Creek Golf Course Olde
7752 Woodbine Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19151 - 4
Greater Philadelphia Golf Club
1500 Links Lane, Philadelphia, PA, Philadelphia, PA 16915 - 5
Hershey Country Club
4000 Club House Drive, Philadelphia, PA, Philadelphia, PA 19353 - 6
JC Melrose Country Club
, Philadelphia, PA 19111 - 7
John F. Byrne Golf Club
, Philadelphia, PA 19114 - 8
Juniata Golf Course
, Philadelphia, PA 19124 - 9
Karakung Golf Course
, Philadelphia, PA 19151 - 10
Philadelphia Resort Golf Club
4000 Fairway Drive, Philadelphia, PA, Philadelphia, PA 18915 - 11
Saint Martin's Golf Course
, Philadelphia, PA 19118 - 12
Saucon Valley Country Club
3000 Golf Course Drive, Philadelphia, PA, Philadelphia, PA 19124 - 13
Union League Golf Club
, Philadelphia, PA 19114 - 14
Walnut Lane Golf Course
800 West Walnut Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19127
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public golf courses are in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania?▾
FairwayRadar lists every public, municipal, semi-private, and resort course open to non-member play in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Counts update daily as we verify access policies.
What's the best public golf course in Philadelphia?▾
Our top-ranked public course in Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?▾
Most public courses in Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?▾
Green fees in Philadelphia 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.