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Helensvale · 18 holes · Par 70 · Public
Good value green fees · Challenging layout with water and doglegs
From $35 for 18 holes
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 61
- Access
- Public
- From (18 holes)
- $20
Overview
At a glance
Chinderah Golf is a public 18-hole, par 61 course on Tweed Coast Road at Chinderah in northern NSW. It is a short, flat layout with a driving range, and play is first come, first served with no tee time bookings. Green fees are low, with 18 holes for an adult listed at $20.
How it compares
Short and friendly- Par 61.
- Green fees from $20 for 18 holes, well below the typical $60 on the Gold Coast (the cheapest of the 11 18-hole courses that publish visitor rates).
- Rated 4.5 on Google, about the typical 4.4 for courses on the Gold Coast.
Chinderah is a short public course on the Tweed, made up mostly of par 3s and a handful of par 4s for a total par of 61. It is flat and walkable, which golfers often cite as a reason it works well for beginners, juniors and anyone sharpening their iron play. Reviewers say the par 4s are fairly wide, but the short holes ask for accuracy off the tee, and club selection matters more than distance.
Golfers often mention that the course is well kept for the price, though greens can get soggy after rain and leaves collect on them. Some would like more signage between greens and tees. The price is the main drawcard, with 9 or 18 hole options, concession, student and junior rates, and club hire that includes a pull buggy.
There are no tee time bookings and no cart bookings, so it is first come, first served, and weekend mornings can be busy. Reviewers report waits of about 20 minutes at peak times, and electric carts are limited and described as slow. Monday and Thursday are competition days for a local group, and the course opens to public play after 11:30 am on those days. There is no bistro or dining area, and alcohol is not allowed on the property. Reviewers also mention that card payment options are limited, so bring a card that works with a standard reader or some cash.
The driving range is popular, with turf tees, some undercover bays, a chipping and putting area, practice bunkers and a resident pro who gives lessons. It is open seven days from dawn until 5 pm. The course suits casual social rounds, families and learners rather than low handicappers chasing a test.
Before you go
Who can play
- Visitor times
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday open to the public; Monday and Thursday after 11:30 am
- Competition days
- Monday and Thursday until 11:30 am
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Green fees
| Rate | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Adult, 9 holes | $18 | cart extra: $22 Mon-Fri, $26 Sat-Sun |
| Adult, 18 holes | $20 | cart extra: $28 Mon-Fri, $32 Sat-Sun |
| Concession, 9 or 18 holes | $16 | seniors and pensioners |
| Student, 9 or 18 holes | $16 | valid student card required |
| Junior (12 and under), 9 or 18 holes | $12 |
Visitor rates from the club (source) , checked 20 October 2026. Prices change, so confirm with the club when you book.
Practice and hire
Practice facilities
- Driving range
- Putting green
- Chipping and short-game area
Range hours: Last call 5 pm
Range balls: Small bucket (about 40 balls) $9 · Large bucket (about 80 balls) $14
Range club hire $2 per club or $5 per set.
| Hire | Holes | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorised cart | 18 | $28 | Mon-Fri adult; $32 Sat-Sun; 9 holes $22 Mon-Fri, $26 Sat-Sun |
| Golf clubs | 18 | $10 | set, includes pull buggy |
| Pull buggy | 18 | $4 |
From the club's website, checked 20 October 2026. Confirm with the club before you go.
The course
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Reviews
4.5
295 reviews
What golfers say
- Cheap green fees
- Flat and good for beginners
- Good driving range
- Friendly staff
- No dining or bar
- Carts limited and slow
- No tee time bookings
Our summary of recent Google reviews.
4 out of 5
“Not a bad course. Went on a Friday in December and had to wait 20 minutes to tee off as you can’t book tee times. Carts are really slow limited and not worth the extra money. Great value course though. Would really appreciate a bar or…”
5 out of 5
“Went for the driving range. Staff were friendly and the price was very reasonable for what you get. We hired a whole set of decent clubs for $5. Not many covered bays but we got in on an artificial tee and it was great fun. Nice area too”
5 out of 5
“Love the driving range here and the course is a stunning walk too. Lovely staff and wonderful facilities. How lucky are we to have such an incredible grass area to hit off with that view!? Both Dale and Ben are amazing coaches if you…”
Facilities
- Driving range
- Practice putting green
- Chipping area
- Pro shop
- Cart hire
- Club hire
- Golf lessons
Accessibility: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance.
Location
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Tweed Coast Rd, Chinderah NSW 2487
Getting there
- From Gold Coast Airport 12 min 12 km
- From Surfers Paradise 36 min 39 km
- From Brisbane CBD 1 h 23 min 110 km
- From Brisbane Airport 1 h 29 min 118 km
Typical driving times without heavy traffic, from OpenStreetMap road data.
Nearby golf courses
- Club Banora Golf Club · Banora Point · 3.5 km · 4.2
- Coolangatta & Tweed Heads Golf Club · Tweed Heads South · 4.5 km · 4.3
- Pottsville Golf Course · Pottsville · 16.2 km · 4.7
- Meadow Park Golf Course · Tallebudgera · 16.6 km · 4.6
Courses like Chinderah Golf
Similar in size, price, access and rating, a little further afield.
Churchill · 18 holes · Par 70 · Public
Cheap green fees for the quality · Greens well maintained
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Tallebudgera · 18 holes · Par 67 · Public
Fairways and greens well maintained · Friendly staff
From $40 for 18 holes
Chinderah Golf FAQs
Is Chinderah Golf a public course?
Yes. It is open to the public, with no bookings taken and play on a first come, first served basis.
How much does it cost to play 18 holes at Chinderah?
An adult 18 holes is listed at $20 on the club's website, with concession and student rates at $16 and juniors at $12. Carts cost extra.
What is the par at Chinderah Golf?
The course is 18 holes with a par of 61.
Can I hire carts and clubs at Chinderah?
Yes. A set of clubs with a pull buggy is $10, and electric carts are available but can't be booked ahead. Carts seat a maximum of two.
Does Chinderah Golf have a driving range?
Yes. It is open seven days until 5 pm, with turf tees and undercover bays. A small bucket is $9 and a large bucket is $14.
Details checked 20 October 2026 from the club's website, Google and OpenStreetMap. Something out of date? Tell the club, or let us know and we'll fix it.
Photos: Chinderah Golf website; Brian Kenny via Google Maps; Mark Kaki via Google Maps; Jarrod Fozzard via Google Maps; Barry Edwards via Google Maps. Photos remain the property of their owners.