If you live in West Palm Beach or Greenacres and just want to play good golf without joining a private club, you're in one of the best public-golf pockets in Florida. The area has a Golfweek-ranked standout, a 27-hole county park course, and a handful of solid daily-fee options — all open to the public, all bookable without a membership.
Here's a straight-shooting look at five public golf courses worth your time in the West Palm Beach and Greenacres corridor, plus what you should know about pricing, booking windows, and local quirks before you tee it up.
Why West Palm Beach and Greenacres Are a Public Golfer's Sweet Spot
West Palm Beach carries the bigger public-golf reputation, and Greenacres sits close enough to share the same courses. The dominant player in the market is Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation, which operates 93 holes across five facilities — a rare amount of accessible, no-membership golf for a single county.
That means golfers around Greenacres, Lake Worth, and central West Palm rarely have to drive more than 15-20 minutes to hit a legitimately good public track. Snowbird months (roughly November through April) tighten up tee sheets, so booking ahead matters more than in the summer shoulder season.
1. The Park West Palm
The Park West Palm is the headliner. It ranked No. 5 on Golfweek's 2026 Florida public-access list, which puts it in serious statewide company and makes it the standout premium public course in the immediate West Palm Beach market.
Expect a modern layout, real conditioning, and the demand that comes with a top-ranked public course. If you're visiting the area or want one "treat yourself" round on the calendar, this is the one to plan around.
Who it's for
Golfers who want a ranked, destination-quality round and don't mind planning ahead for a tee time.
2. Okeeheelee Golf Course
Okeeheelee is 27 holes of Palm Beach County public golf set inside a park, which gives it a genuinely different feel from the strip-mall daily-fee vibe you'll find in a lot of Florida. Three nines means you can mix and match, and the wildlife and scenery are a real part of the experience.
Because it's county-operated, it competes on accessibility and pricing rather than exclusivity. It's a favorite for locals in both West Palm Beach and Greenacres who want quality golf without a resort-course price tag.
3. Osprey Point Golf Course
Osprey Point is another Palm Beach County facility and one of the courses Greenacres-area golfers use regularly. Same county system, same booking rules, same value orientation — but a different layout and setting, which is why locals tend to rotate through several county courses rather than sticking to just one.
If you liked Okeeheelee, put Osprey Point on your list next.
4. Southwinds Golf Course
Southwinds rounds out the trio of county courses most relevant to the Greenacres market. It's part of the same 93-hole Palm Beach County public system, which means the same walking rates, junior discounts, and Frequent Player Card benefits apply here.
For golfers based in Greenacres specifically, Southwinds is one of the closer county options and a reliable weekday round.
5. Madison Green Country Club
Madison Green is a public-access course in the West Palm Beach area that leans into value, marketing itself as a top-value favorite for locals and visitors. It rounds out the list because it gives you a private-club look and feel without the membership commitment — a genuinely useful category to have in the rotation.
If you want the country-club aesthetic on a daily-fee budget, this is the one to check out.
What Public Golf Actually Costs Around Here in 2026
Full countywide price sheets aren't published in one place, but the shape of the market is clear. You'll find three tiers around West Palm Beach and Greenacres:
- Value county golf — the Palm Beach County-operated courses (Okeeheelee, Osprey Point, Southwinds, Park Ridge, John Prince Golf Learning Center), which offer walking rates, junior discounts, and resident-type pricing.
- Mid-priced daily-fee golf — courses like Madison Green that sit between muni pricing and destination pricing.
- Premium public golf — The Park West Palm, where you're paying for a ranked, high-conditioning experience.
For ancillary spend, a nearby public course in the county charges $16 for a 9-hole cart and $22 for 18 holes, with range balls running $10 to $20 depending on bucket size. That's a reasonable local benchmark, not a countywide standard — call the pro shop for exact rates.
Booking Rules You Should Know Before You Play
Palm Beach County sets specific booking and pricing rules across its public golf system, and they matter if you play here often.
- Tee times can be booked up to 7 days in advance, or 10 days in advance if you hold a Frequent Player Card.
- Walking rates are offered at all county locations.
- Junior discounts of 50% apply except during certain high-demand periods.
- Holiday rates kick in on New Year's Day, MLK Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
- Valid driver's license is required at some area facilities to book and use a cart — worth having on you regardless.
If you're a frequent player based in Greenacres or West Palm Beach, the Frequent Player Card's extra booking window is the single most useful upgrade during peak season.
How to Pick the Right Course for Your Round
A quick way to think about it:
- Best for a bucket-list round: The Park West Palm.
- Best for variety in one place: Okeeheelee, with its 27 holes.
- Best for a Greenacres-close weekday round: Southwinds or Osprey Point.
- Best for a country-club feel on a public budget: Madison Green.
- Best for practice and range work: The county facilities, including John Prince Golf Learning Center, tend to compete strongly on practice amenities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there golf courses near Greenacres, FL that don't require a membership?
Yes. Every course on this list is open to the public with no membership required. The Palm Beach County-operated courses (Okeeheelee, Osprey Point, Southwinds) are the closest no-membership options for Greenacres residents, and Madison Green and The Park West Palm are a short drive up into West Palm Beach.
How far in advance can I book a tee time?
At Palm Beach County public courses, you can book up to 7 days in advance, or up to 10 days in advance if you have a Frequent Player Card. Independent public courses set their own windows, so check directly.
Is there a discount for walking?
Yes — Palm Beach County offers walking rates at all its public locations. Juniors also get a 50% discount outside of certain high-demand periods.
When is the best time of year to play public golf in West Palm Beach?
Fall and late spring offer the best combination of conditions and tee-time availability. Winter (snowbird months) has the best weather but the tightest tee sheets and highest rates; summer is quieter and cheaper but hot and humid, with afternoon storms common.
The Bottom Line
Between The Park West Palm at the top end, three county courses handling the value and everyday-play category, and Madison Green filling in the country-club-feel niche, public golfers in West Palm Beach and Greenacres have a genuinely deep bench to work with. Learn the county's 7-day and 10-day booking rules, keep an eye on holiday-rate dates, and rotate through a few courses instead of locking into one.
If you're weighing where to play next and want a public-access course in the West Palm Beach area, Palm Beach National Golf & Country Club is one of the local options worth a look — you can see current tee-time availability and course details at palmbeachnational.com.
