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Public Golf Courses in South Dakota

South Dakota has 61 public golf courses on the Clubhouse Collector map, out of 94 courses in all. Public means anyone can book a tee time, with no membership needed. 25 more are semi-private, which usually means members get priority but visitors can play at certain times. The public courses are spread across 35 cities and towns, with the most in Sioux Falls (4), Brandon (4) and Mitchell (3).

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South Dakota public golf questions

How many public golf courses are in South Dakota?

Our map lists 61 public golf courses in South Dakota. That is the number we have mapped, not an official total, so the real figure may be higher.

What is the difference between public, semi-private and private?

Public courses sell tee times to anyone. Semi-private courses have members but also let non-members play, often with limits on days or times. Private clubs are for members and their guests.

Which South Dakota cities have the most public courses?

On our map: Sioux Falls (4), Brandon (4), Mitchell (3), Aberdeen (2), Brookings (2).

How do I book a tee time?

Most courses take bookings online through their own website, or by phone through the pro shop. Municipal courses often give residents lower rates or earlier booking. Call ahead for current prices and rules.

All 61 public courses in South Dakota

Listed by city. A dash means we do not have that detail. Always confirm access and prices with the course.

* For 37 of these courses the public/semi-private/private type is our best estimate, because our sources did not say. Confirm with the course before you go.

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