👋 First time here? This guide shows you exactly where to park, buy balls, and start hitting.
- Address: 350 Smith Ranch Road, San Rafael, CA 94903, USA
- Mats
- Real Grass
- Covered Bays
- Lights at Night
- Public
- Toptracer
McInnis Park Driving Range
Beginner Friendly
Vibe Check
Social / Hangout
Casual
Scenic / Views
Serious Practice
Lively
Family Friendly
Vibe Notes: Reviewers describe the atmosphere as laid-back, family-friendly, and community-oriented. Key themes from reviews include:
Scenic beauty: Views of San Francisco Bay, Mt. Tamalpais, and Mt. Diablo are frequently praised.
Social/fun Toptracer experience: The technology adds a competitive, social element — “same tech as Topgolf”.
Complete destination: The combination of range, course, mini golf, and restaurant makes it an outing, not just a practice session.
Relaxed Marin County feel: Reddit users call it a “nice double deck range” with laid-back vibes.
Welcoming for beginners: Multiple reviewers recommend it for new golfers.
One reviewer noted it was “too busy” at 1:00 PM on a weekday. Mornings and weekday early hours tend to be less crowded.
Crowded
often
Anxiety Score
friendly
Typical Attire
casual
Description
McInnis Park Driving Range is part of the McInnis Park Golf Center and features a two-level (double-decker) driving range with Toptracer technology in every bay. The range is lighted for night use (lights off at 9 pm), and the lower level includes covered stalls so you can hit while staying dry in rain. Range balls are sold in small/medium/large buckets, and you can use a Range Savings card to go straight to the ball machine. It’s a popular, social practice spot (often crowded), with an on-site pro shop, putting green, short-game area, and golf instruction through the McInnis Park Golf Academy.
Amenities
| Amenity | Available? | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Attached Golf Course | Yes | 9-hole executive course, Par 31, 1,842 yards |
| Practice Putting Green | Yes | Large, free to the public, notable slope |
| Chipping Green | Yes | 2 Short game areas & sand bunker practice |
| Pro Shop | Yes | ~2,400 sq ft; golf gear, equipment, accessories |
| Golf Lessons | Yes | Private + group; 5+ PGA instructors; Operation 36, Junior, Ladies programs |
| Club Fittings | Yes | Callaway Certified Master Club Fitter (Brooks Besson); FlightScope Xi Tour |
| Golf Carts | Yes | Electric, $10/rider, limited, until 4:30 PM, must be 18+ |
| Push Carts | Yes | $4 |
| Club Rentals | Yes | Available at the Pro Shop $5 |
| Restaurant | Yes | The Club Restaurant — indoor/patio dining, DoorDash delivery |
| Miniature Golf | Yes | 18-hole course |
- Putting Green
- Chipping Green
Features
Driving Range Pricing
$23
Public / Private
Public
Surface Type
Grass and Mats
Google Star Rating
4.2
Facility Condition
Excellent
Typical Attire
Casual
Lights at Night
Yes
Lights at Night
Yes
Covered Bays
Yes
Covered Bays
Yes
Technology
Toptracer
Golf Technology
Toptracer
Pro Shop
Yes
Golf Lessons
Yes
Golf Lessons
Yes
Club Fitting
Yes
Club Rentals
Yes
Club Rentals
Yes
Attached Golf Course
Yes
Holes
9 Holes
Vibes
Social / Hangout, Scenic / Views, Family Friendly, Serious Practice, Lively
Vibe Notes
Reviewers describe the atmosphere as laid-back, family-friendly, and community-oriented. Key themes from reviews include:
Scenic beauty: Views of San Francisco Bay, Mt. Tamalpais, and Mt. Diablo are frequently praised.
Social/fun Toptracer experience: The technology adds a competitive, social element — "same tech as Topgolf".
Complete destination: The combination of range, course, mini golf, and restaurant makes it an outing, not just a practice session.
Relaxed Marin County feel: Reddit users call it a "nice double deck range" with laid-back vibes.
Welcoming for beginners: Multiple reviewers recommend it for new golfers.
One reviewer noted it was "too busy" at 1:00 PM on a weekday. Mornings and weekday early hours tend to be less crowded.
Scenic beauty: Views of San Francisco Bay, Mt. Tamalpais, and Mt. Diablo are frequently praised.
Social/fun Toptracer experience: The technology adds a competitive, social element — "same tech as Topgolf".
Complete destination: The combination of range, course, mini golf, and restaurant makes it an outing, not just a practice session.
Relaxed Marin County feel: Reddit users call it a "nice double deck range" with laid-back vibes.
Welcoming for beginners: Multiple reviewers recommend it for new golfers.
One reviewer noted it was "too busy" at 1:00 PM on a weekday. Mornings and weekday early hours tend to be less crowded.
Your First Visit (Step-by-Step)
Parking
Free on-site parking.
1) From US-101, take Lucas Valley Rd/Smith Ranch Rd exit
2) and follow Smith Ranch Rd into McInnis Park Golf Center
3) parking is available near the golf center.
From the Parking Lot – Walking Path Map:
(A) ARRIVE → Park in the main lot at 350 Smith Ranch Road.
(B) WALK TO PRO SHOP → From your car, walk toward the main building complex. The Pro Shop entrance faces the parking lot (~50 feet from most parking spots). Enter through the front door.
(C) PURCHASE → At the Pro Shop counter (inside, near the entrance), buy your range balls or present your Range Savings Card. Receive your token(s).
(D) WALK TO BALL MACHINE → Exit the Pro Shop and turn toward the driving range structure. The ball dispenser machine is located near the entrance/base of the driving range, approximately 50–100 feet from the Pro Shop.
(E) DISPENSE BALLS → Insert your token into the machine. Balls drop into a bucket.
(F) WALK TO THE RANGE → From the ball machine, walk directly onto the range. For the lower covered level, walk straight ahead to find an open bay. For the upper level, take the stairs or ramp up to the second deck and select an open bay.
(G) NEARBY FACILITIES → The practice putting green is located near the Pro Shop area (free to use). The chipping/short game area is also nearby. The 9-hole golf course first tee is accessible from the Pro Shop area. The miniature golf course and The Club Restaurant are also part of the same complex, all within a short walk of the parking lot.
Buy Balls
1) Park in the main parking lot.
2) Walk into the Pro Shop (opens at 7:00 AM daily).
3) At the counter, tell staff which bucket size you want: Small (22 balls, $6), Medium (48 balls, $12), or Large (96 balls, $23).
4) Pay with cash or credit card (Visa, MasterCard, Amex accepted). You will receive a token.
5) Walk to the ball dispenser machine located near the driving range entrance.
6) Insert your token (or tap your Range Savings Card) at the machine to dispense balls into a bucket.
Pro Tip: Purchase a Range Savings Card in the Pro Shop ($99 for 20% off, $199 for 30% off) so you can skip the Pro Shop counter on future visits and go directly to the ball machine.
How You Get Balls
dispenser
Find a Mat / Bay / Grass Spot
1) After dispensing your balls, walk to the double-decker driving range structure. Choose your level:
-Lower Level (21 covered bays): Ideal for rainy days or when you want shade. These fill up first on busy days.
-Upper Level (~31 open-air bays): More availability, open-air, great views. Take the stairs or ramp up.
2) Bays are first-come, first-served — simply walk along the row and select any open, unoccupied stall. For Toptracer bays, look for stalls equipped with screens/monitors.
Detailed Steps:
A) Go to the driving range deck (upper or lower).
B) Choose an open bay; lower level is best in rain (covered).
C) Set your bucket by your bay,
D) and use the Toptracer screen to start a session/game if desired.
E) Be mindful of neighbors and stay within the bay/hitting area.
350 Smith Ranch Road, San Rafael, CA 94903, USA
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