San Francisco · Est. 1902
Historic public golf on the cliffs at Lands End
Play 18 holes of historic public golf on the cliffs at Lands End — with breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge, the Pacific, and the San Francisco skyline.
- Established
- 1902
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 68
- Length
- 5,146 yds
- Type
- Public
- Hours
- Daily, 7am–sunset
San Francisco's iconic public golf course
Set on the northwestern tip of the San Francisco peninsula, Lincoln Park is San Francisco's oldest municipal golf course, established in 1902. A three-hole course laid out by local golfers in 1902 grew to a full 18 holes by 1917, on parkland dedicated to President Abraham Lincoln in 1909.
As a public course, Lincoln Park is open to everyone — city dweller or visiting golfer alike. The layout will take your breath away with views of the Golden Gate Bridge, the Pacific Ocean, the San Francisco skyline, and the Legion of Honor.
Five-star views, municipal price
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Pacific Ocean
- Marin Headlands
- San Francisco skyline
- Legion of Honor Museum
Tee times, indoor TrackMan, and coaching
“One of the world’s great golf views — at the price of a public round.”
Accessible luxury
Five-star scenery, at a price that says “bring your friends”
Lincoln Park isn’t trying to be a private club — and that’s the point. It’s a beautiful, historic, genuinely fun day out: world-class Golden Gate views, a short, walkable course that flatters every handicap, and rates that leave room for lunch and a drink after.
Bring the foursome, the family, or the out-of-town guest who’s never held a club. Warm up indoors on TrackMan, walk the cliffs at Lands End, and finish with the bridge glowing beyond the 17th. It’s the best-value great time in San Francisco golf.
A short course with an outsized reputation
Lincoln Park is quirky, walkable, and unforgettable — defended by wind, elevation, and small greens rather than length.
The 17th — the Golden Gate hole
A clifftop par 3 framed by an unobstructed view of the Golden Gate Bridge and the Pacific — one of the most photographed holes in public golf.
Coastal front nine
Tight, tree-lined fairways weave between Monterey cypress before opening to ocean and Marin Headlands vistas.
Legion of Honor turn
Holes wrap the grounds of the California Palace of the Legion of Honor, blending world-class art and golf in one walk.
World-class views, municipal price
Golden Gate Bridge and Pacific Ocean panoramas you'd expect at a private club — on a city-owned course anyone can play.
Historic since 1902
San Francisco's oldest municipal course, grown from three holes in 1902 to a full 18 by 1917 on the heights of Lands End.
Short, walkable, characterful
A par-68, 5,146-yard layout that rewards accuracy over power — quick to walk, fun to play, tough in the wind.
Indoor TrackMan year-round
Two indoor simulator bays with TrackMan let you practice, take lessons, and play 400+ virtual courses — fog or shine.
Hours
Open daily, 7:00 AM to sunset
Pro shop
415-221-9911A few favorite views
Ocean, cypress, and the Golden Gate — the kind of scenery you'd expect to pay a lot more for.
Lincoln Park Golf Course FAQ
How much does it cost to play Lincoln Park Golf Course?
Greens fees range from $24 to $114. A weekday 18-hole round is $63 for non-residents and $49 with an SF Resident Card; weekend rates are $70 and $55. Juniors start at $24, twilight rounds from $38, and club rentals or a cart are $50 each.
How do I book a tee time at Lincoln Park?
Book online through San Francisco Rec & Park's public or SF resident tee-time systems, or call the pro shop at 415-221-9911. Reservations made 8 or more days in advance carry a $2-per-player booking fee. Lincoln Park doesn't take walk-ons — if the course is quiet the pro shop can put you on the next open tee time, but booking ahead is much safer.
Where is Lincoln Park Golf Course located?
Lincoln Park Golf Course is at 300 34th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94121, in the Outer Richmond at Lands End — next to the California Palace of the Legion of Honor on the city's northwestern cliffs.
What are Lincoln Park Golf Course's hours?
The course is open every day from 7:00 AM to sunset, weather permitting.
Which hole has the Golden Gate Bridge view?
The par-3 17th is the signature hole, with an unobstructed view of the Golden Gate Bridge. The course also overlooks the Pacific Ocean, the Marin Headlands, and the San Francisco skyline from several holes.
Is Lincoln Park Golf Course open to the public?
Yes. It's a public, city-owned municipal course operated within the San Francisco Recreation & Park system — open to residents and visitors alike, with discounted rates for SF residents.
Ready when you are
Book your round at Lincoln Park
Reserve a tee time on San Francisco's most scenic public course — up to 6 days in advance, or 7 with an SF Resident Card.