CONNECT with the CityBalboa Park Golf Course
Balboa Park Golf Course is a challenging par 72, where Sam Snead holds the course record, and a nine-hole executive course.
It features stellar views of downtown San Diego, Balboa Park, Point Loma and the Pacific Ocean. The oldest public golf facility in San Diego, Balboa Park Golf Course also offers a driving range, Pro Shop, coffee shop, halfway house and practice putting greens.
The course is just five minutes away from the San Diego Convention Center, downtown hotels, Little Italy, and the Gaslamp Quarter Historic District.
- Green Fees
- 18 Hole Course Twilight Schedule
- Balboa Maintenance Schedule
- Course Facts and Figures
- Scorecards
- Volunteer
- Cart Rules
- Frost Delay
If you have questions, feel free to stop by the administrative offices at each City course or call or (619) 235-1184. You can also contact us via email at sdcitygolf@sandiego.gov.
Green Fees
2025 Balboa Park GC. Rate Sheet 2025 Balboa Park G.C. Rates(Rates Effective January 1, 2025) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Time Frame | Rate Type | SD City Resident | Non-Resident |
Weekday(Mon-Fri) | 18-Hole Course | $38.50 | $54.00 |
| 18-Hole Course Senior (62 and over) | $28.00 | $54.00 | |
| 18-Hole Course Junior (17 and under) | $34.00 | $37.00 | |
| 18-Hole Course Twilight | $24.00 | $32.00 | |
| 9-Hole Course | $17.50 | $24.50 | |
| 9-Hole Course Senior (62 and over) | $13.00 | $24.50 | |
| 9-Hole Course Junior (17 and under) | $16.50 | $19.00 | |
Weekend | 18-Hole Course | $48.00 | $68.00 |
| 18-Hole Course Twilight | $29.00 | $41.00 | |
| 9-Hole Course | $23.00 | $31.00 | |
San Diego CityResident ID Card |
| $25.00 | N/A |
Junior Monthly Ticket(30 Day Ticket) | Valid Mon-Fri beginning at twilight. Not valid on holidays. | $10.50 | N/A |
Junior Annual Ticket(365 Day Ticket) |
Not valid on holidays. | $75.00 | N/A |
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Rentals and Driving Range | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Item | Description | Fee | Shared Rider Fee |
Golf Cart Rentals* | 18 Hole Course | $38.00 | $19.00 |
| 18 Hole Course Twilight | $30.00 | $15.00 | |
| 9 Hole Course | $24.00 | $12.00 | |
Golf Club Rentals | 18 Hole Course | $50.00 | |
| 9 Hole Course | $25.00 | ||
Range Balls** | Small | $7.00 | |
| Medium | $11.00 | ||
| Large | $14.00 | ||
*Only two golf carts will be permitted per tee time. Single riders will be required to pair up if necessary.
**Driving Range
Hours: (subject to change without notice)
Tues: Closed for maintenance
Wed: 8 a.m. - Sunset
Thurs: Mon: 6:30 a.m. - Sunset
Note: Buckets will be sold up to 30 minutes before sunset.
18 Hole Course Twilight Schedule
Start Date | End Date | Twilight Start Time |
|---|---|---|
| Jan. 1, 2025 | March 8, 2025 | 12:30 p.m. |
| March 9, 2025 | May 31, 2025 | 2 p.m. |
| June 1, 2025 | Aug. 31, 2025 | 3 p.m. |
| Sept. 1, 2025 | Nov. 1, 2025 | 2 p.m. |
| Nov. 2, 2025 | Dec. 31, 2025 | 12:30 p.m. |
Balboa Park Golf Course Adjusted Holiday Hours
Day | Facility Open | Facility Close |
|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving Day | 6:00 a.m. | 5:00 p.m. |
| Christmas Eve | 6:00 a.m. | 5:00 p.m. |
| Christmas Day | 6:00 a.m. | 5:00 p.m. |
| New Years Eve | 6:00 a.m. | 5:00 p.m. |
2025 Balboa Maintenance Information
Date | Course and Status | Description | Impact to Play |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 18-24 | Balboa 9 Hole - Open | Fairways, tees to be aerated | Minimal |
| March 25 | Balboa 9 Hole - Closed | Core aeration, topdressing of greens | Bumpy, sanded greens - Approx. 2-3 weeks |
| March 10-17 | Balboa 18 Hole - Open | Fairways, tees to be aerated | Minimal |
| March 18-19 | Balboa 18 Hole - Closed | Core aeration, topdressing of greens | Bumpy, sanded greens - Approx. 2-3 weeks |
| Sept. 2-8 | Balboa 18 Hole - Open | Fairways, tees to be aerated | Minimal |
| Sept. 9-10 | Balboa 18 Hole - Closed | Core aeration, topdressing of greens | Bumpy, sanded greens - Approx. 2-3 weeks |
| Sept. 10-16 | Balboa 9 Hole - Open | Fairways, tees to be aerated | Minimal |
| Sept. 17 | Balboa 9 Hole - Closed | Core aeration, topdressing of greens | Bumpy, sanded greens - Approx. 2-3 weeks |
Course Facts and Figures
Balboa Park Golf Course is the closest golf course to downtown San Diego, conveniently located near the state Route 94 and Interstate 5 freeways.
Facilities include an 18-hole golf course and a nine-hole executive golf course as well as a driving range, practice putting greens, coffee shop and halfway house.
The Pro Shop offers golf merchandise for sale, rental clubs and hand or power golf carts. The Professional Golf Instruction staff offers group and individual golf lessons.
- Championship Tees - 6,281 yards Rating 71.1/125
- Regular Tees - 5,835 yards Rating 68.9/119
- Red Tees - 5,368 yards Rating 72.1/120
- Regular Tees - 2,175 yards Par 32
- Red Tees - 2,135 yards Par 35
Scorecards
- 9 Hole Course (PDF)
- 18 Hole Course (PDF)
Volunteer
- Volunteer Info (PDF)
- Volunteer Application (PDF)
Cart Rules
Carts must be kept on the paths around all tee and green complexes. Adherence to cart rules is strictly enforced. Please help us maintain the golf course by following the posted cart rules, all Marshal instructions and staying on the cart paths whenever possible.
Should you have any questions or concerns please call the Administration Office at (619) 235-1184.
Frost Delay
Golf Operations found the Frost Delay Procedure (PDF) to be the most equitable procedure for handling delays. We realize this may cause an inconvenience for our customers and we apologize for delays and/or cancellations.
