👋 First time here? This guide shows you exactly where to park, buy balls, and start hitting.
- Address: Davis Golf Course, 24439, Fairway Drive, Davis, Yolo County, California, 95616, United States
- Mats
- Real Grass
- Covered Bays
- Public
Davis Golf Course Driving Range
Beginner Friendly
Vibe Check
Social / Hangout
Casual
Food / Drinks
Vibe Notes: College-town casual, welcoming, affordable muni. Reviewers describe friendly staff, easy-going atmosphere, and great value. Popular with UC Davis students and locals. Very walkable with a cafe serving cold beer. Community-driven feel.
Crowded
rarely
Anxiety Score
friendly
Typical Attire
casual
Description
Davis Golf Course Driving Range is a public driving range with real grass and mats. It is attached to Davis Golf Course, a public municipal course located at 24439 Fairway Drive, Davis, CA 95616. Opened in 1964, this 18-hole executive-style course offers a challenging yet accessible layout in the heart of Yolo County, serving golfers from the UC Davis college town and surrounding Sacramento area.
Special Technology: None – No mention of Toptracer, Trackman, or similar technologies in practice facilities
- Putting Green
- Chipping Green
Features
Driving Range Pricing
$16
Public / Private
Public
Surface Type
Grass and Mats
Google Star Rating
4.4
Facility Condition
Acceptable
Typical Attire
Casual
Lights at Night
No
Lights at Night
No
Covered Bays
Yes
Covered Bays
Yes
Technology
None
Golf Technology
None
Pro Shop
Yes
Golf Lessons
Yes
Golf Lessons
Yes
Club Fitting
Yes
Club Rentals
Yes
Club Rentals
Yes
Attached Golf Course
Yes
Holes
18 Holes
Vibes
Social / Hangout, Food / Drinks
Vibe Notes
College-town casual, welcoming, affordable muni. Reviewers describe friendly staff, easy-going atmosphere, and great value. Popular with UC Davis students and locals. Very walkable with a cafe serving cold beer. Community-driven feel.
Your First Visit (Step-by-Step)
Parking
Parking lot -> Walk to Pro Shop/clubhouse (30 sec) -> Buy token at counter -> Walk to driving range (1-2 min, east side of facility) -> Insert token at ball dispenser -> Collect balls -> Hit from tee line. Two putting greens flanking the clubhouse.
Free parking lot at 24439 Fairway Drive, Davis. Park near the clubhouse/pro shop. Easy access from I-80. Small lot but usually sufficient.
Buy Balls
Steps: 1) Park at 24439 Fairway Dr. 2) Walk to Pro Shop. 3) Buy token ($5) from staff. 4) Walk to driving range. 5) Insert token at ball dispenser. 6) Collect ~40 balls and hit from any open spot.
Details: Purchase range tokens at the Pro Shop counter from staff. Each token costs $5 (~40 balls). Range card: 25 tokens for $95. Insert token into ball dispenser machine on the range to receive balls.
How You Get Balls
staff
Find a Mat / Bay / Grass Spot
From the Pro Shop/clubhouse, walk to the driving range area (east-facing). The covered section is closest. Find any open spot on the mat or grass tee line. Simple open layout.
Parking lot -> Walk to Pro Shop/clubhouse (30 sec) -> Buy token at counter -> Walk to driving range (1-2 min, east side of facility) -> Insert token at ball dispenser -> Collect balls -> Hit from tee line. Two putting greens flanking the clubhouse.
Davis Golf Course, 24439, Fairway Drive, Davis, Yolo County, California, 95616, United States
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