What Makes a Golf Course "Municipal"?
Municipal golf courses are owned and operated by city, county, or park district governments. Unlike private clubs or semi-private courses, municipal courses are open to the general public without membership. They're funded in part by city budgets, which keeps green fees lower than comparable private facilities.
Dallas has a long tradition of public golf — Tenison Park Golf Course, established in 1927, is one of the oldest municipal golf operations in Texas.
Dallas-Area Public Golf Courses — Current Prices
Prices shown are for Sunday, August 9, 2026 from live booking data. Click any course name for full tee time listings.
| Course | City | From | Avg Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bear Creek Golf Club - East City | Dallas | $23 | $74 | 52 available |
| Cedar Crest Golf Course City | Dallas | $27 | $79 | 58 available |
| Keeton Park Golf Course City | Dallas | $22 | $75 | 67 available |
| L.B. Houston Golf Course City | Dallas | $23 | $80 | 57 available |
| Stevens Park Golf Course City | Dallas | $25 | $75 | 57 available |
| Tenison Park - East City | Dallas | $33 | $75 | 53 available |
| Tenison Park - West (Glen Lakes) City | Dallas | $27 | $72 | 58 available |
| Meadowbrook Golf Course City | Fort Worth | $26 | $60 | 47 available |
| Pecan Valley Golf Course City | Fort Worth | $29 | $73 | 52 available |
| Grand Prairie Municipal - Prairie Lakes City | Grand Prairie | $25 | $58 | 77 available |
| Riverside Golf Club City | Grand Prairie | $21 | $66 | 80 available |
| Tangle Ridge Golf Club City | Grand Prairie | $16 | $55 | 52 available |
| Mansfield National Golf Club City | Mansfield | $26 | $59 | 71 available |
| Mesquite Golf Course City | Mesquite | $25 | $63 | 51 available |
| Woodbridge Golf Club City | Wylie | $22 | $65 | 70 available |
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Search Dallas Tee TimesWhy Play Municipal Golf in Dallas?
- Lower green fees: Municipal rates are typically 20–40% lower than comparable semi-private courses.
- No membership required: Show up, pay, and play. No initiation fees or annual dues.
- Accessible locations: City-owned courses are spread throughout Dallas neighborhoods, not just suburban enclaves.
- Resident discounts: Dallas residents often qualify for reduced rates. Check with the course directly.
- Walking-friendly: Many municipal courses allow walking, which cuts costs further.
Dallas Municipal Golf — What to Know Before You Go
Booking: Most Dallas municipal courses are bookable through GolfNow and TeeOff, the same platforms FairwayFinder tracks. You can book up to 7 days in advance.
Cart vs. Walking: Green fees typically don't include a cart. Walking rates save $10–$20 per round at most courses.
Twilight Rates: After 3pm (sometimes 2pm in summer), many courses offer heavily discounted twilight rates — often under $20.
Junior & Senior Rates: Most Dallas municipal courses offer discounted rates for juniors (under 18) and seniors (60+).