Tee off in the Sierra
Compare mountain layouts, lakefront fairways, affordable nine-hole rounds and championship golf around Lake Tahoe and Truckee.
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Lake Tahoe course finder
Search by course or experience, filter by region and holes, then compare current fee guidance and live guest reviews.
12 courses found
18 HOLESSouth ShoreBest for · Iconic lakefront golf
Everything Tahoe take: The bucket-list choice for lake views, polished service and a special-occasion round. Premium pricing, but the setting is difficult to match.
18 HOLESSouth ShoreBest for · Scenic value
Everything Tahoe take: A relaxed mountain round beside the Upper Truckee River with approachable tee choices and better value than Tahoe’s luxury courses.
9 HOLESSouth ShoreBest for · Affordable casual golf
Everything Tahoe take: The easiest choice for beginners, families or a quick round. Simple, friendly and centrally located without resort-course pricing.
18 HOLESNorth ShoreBest for · Championship challenge
Everything Tahoe take: A beautiful, demanding Robert Trent Jones Sr. layout where elevation changes, tall pines and polished conditions reward strategic play.
18 HOLESNorth ShoreBest for · Shorter mountain round
Everything Tahoe take: Shorter than the Championship Course but still full of elevation, scenery and shot-making. A strong fit for mixed-ability groups.
9 HOLESNorth ShoreBest for · Historic Tahoe character
Everything Tahoe take: A charming, walkable-feeling classic with real personality. Nine holes suit a lighter day; playing twice creates a full round.
9 HOLESNorth ShoreBest for · Convenient nine holes
Everything Tahoe take: Convenient, historic and close to downtown. Ideal when golf is one part of a larger North Shore day rather than the entire itinerary.
18 HOLESNorth ShoreBest for · Olympic Valley scenery
Everything Tahoe take: Dramatic valley walls frame a strategic layout with wetlands and mountain weather adding personality to every round.
18 HOLESTruckeeBest for · Two distinct nines
Everything Tahoe take: The open Meadow Nine and tighter Mountain Nine create welcome variety, making this a balanced test for visiting groups.
18 HOLESTruckeeBest for · Secluded mountain golf
Everything Tahoe take: A pure mountain-golf experience with no homes lining the course, memorable granite features and generous landing areas.
18 HOLESTruckeeBest for · Serious public golf
Everything Tahoe take: A thoughtfully renovated mountain layout offering strong conditions, varied holes and a fair challenge from multiple tees.
18 HOLESTruckeeBest for · Nicklaus design
Everything Tahoe take: A polished Jack Nicklaus Signature course with wide visual appeal, strategic bunkering and a premium club atmosphere.
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Quick comparison
| Course | Best for | Holes | Fee guidance | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edgewood Tahoe | Lakefront splurge | 18 | $200–$450 | South Shore |
| Bijou | Beginners & families | 9 | From $22 | South Shore |
| Old Brockway | Historic character | 9 | $50–$130 | North Shore |
| Everline | Valley scenery | 18 | $89–$139 | North Shore |
| Coyote Moon | Secluded mountain golf | 18 | $120–$225 | Truckee |
| Old Greenwood | Premium design | 18 | $191–$279 | Truckee |
Plan a better golf day
Tahoe golf is highly seasonal and many courses use dynamic pricing. Morning rounds generally offer calmer wind and firmer plans, while twilight can provide meaningful savings. At elevation, the ball may travel farther than at sea level—adjust club selection and stay hydrated.
Prime summer mornings and weekend tee times can sell out early.
Check whether carts, range balls, GPS and resort parking are included.
Late-day rates can make premium Tahoe courses more approachable.
Hydrate, use sun protection and expect changing mountain weather.
Lake Tahoe golf courses combine crisp mountain air, towering pine forests and dramatic Sierra scenery. South Lake Tahoe golfers can choose the famous lakefront holes at Edgewood Tahoe, the relaxed Upper Truckee River setting at Lake Tahoe Golf Course or an affordable nine-hole round at Bijou. North Lake Tahoe offers championship golf in Incline Village, historic layouts in Tahoe Vista and Tahoe City, and resort golf in Olympic Valley.
Truckee expands the choices with Coyote Moon, Northstar, Tahoe Donner and Old Greenwood. Whether you want a premium golf getaway, a family-friendly nine-hole course or a challenging mountain layout, this interactive guide helps compare locations, estimated fees and playing experiences. Always verify current green fees, course conditions, cart policies and tee-time availability directly with the golf course.
Golf planning answers
Most Tahoe and Truckee courses operate from late spring into fall. Exact opening and closing dates depend on snow, weather and course conditions.
Edgewood Tahoe is especially famous for lakefront scenery. Incline Championship, Coyote Moon and several Truckee courses also provide memorable mountain views.
Bijou Golf Course is an affordable nine-hole option. Incline Mountain Course and Tahoe City Golf Course can also work well for shorter or more relaxed rounds.
Published and typical prices range from roughly $22 for a municipal nine-hole round to $450 for peak-season premium resort golf. Dynamic pricing means the same course may cost less later in the day.
Policies vary. Some premium and resort rates include a shared cart, while nine-hole and municipal courses may charge separately or encourage walking. Confirm before booking.
The “Everything Tahoe take” is editorial guidance summarizing the character and best use of each course. Use the Live Reviews button to see current public guest feedback and ratings.
Fees are informational estimates based on publicly available 2026 course information and can change without notice. Everything Tahoe is not responsible for pricing, availability, course conditions or third-party reviews.
Golf season in Lake Tahoe is generally concentrated in the late spring, summer, and early fall. Snowpack and weather can significantly affect opening dates, particularly at higher-elevation courses.
For 2026, opening dates varied by course, with some Truckee-area courses opening in April while others were scheduled for May, weather permitting.
Summer is generally the most popular time to play Lake Tahoe golf, when the weather is warm, the fairways are open, and the surrounding mountains are green.
Early morning tee times can be particularly enjoyable because temperatures are often cooler and mountain weather can change quickly during the afternoon.
There are plenty of golf destinations around the country, but Lake Tahoe golf is different.
Here, a round of golf can take you through towering pine forests, high-elevation meadows, granite outcroppings, mountain streams, and dramatic Sierra Nevada terrain. Some courses offer spectacular views of Lake Tahoe itself, while others immerse golfers deep in the surrounding forest.
The combination of mountain golf, high elevation, incredible scenery, and year-round outdoor recreation makes Tahoe an outstanding destination for a golf vacation.
And when the round is over, golfers can enjoy everything else Lake Tahoe has to offer — including hiking, boating, beaches, restaurants, casinos, mountain biking, fishing, and nightlife.
Whether you’re looking for a quick 9-hole round in South Lake Tahoe, a championship course in Truckee, a scenic North Shore golf experience, or a luxury golf getaway, the Tahoe region has a course for virtually every type of golfer.
EverythingTahoe.com is your guide to discovering the best things to do, places to stay, restaurants, events, outdoor activities, and golf courses in Lake Tahoe.
Before booking a tee time, always check the course’s current operating schedule, rates, availability, dress code, and weather conditions. Tahoe golf is seasonal, and course conditions can change quickly because of mountain weather.
