Is the 2026 Annual Pass worth it?
Quick answer
The 2026 Annual Pass costs $1,200 and pays back after about 43 rounds (scenario: City resident, weekend/holiday, walking, saving $28 per round). Across our published rate scenarios the range is 43 to 53 rounds. (Verified .)
43 rounds to pay back the $1,200 pass.
In the scenario “City resident, weekend/holiday, walking”, you save $28.00 per round ($28 without vs $0 with). Across the scenarios below the range is 43 to 53 rounds.
Term: One year from purchase date. Only count rounds you will actually play in that window.
At a glance
- Price
- $1,200 (non-resident: $1,800)One-time payment.
- Other versions
- City of Charleston resident, 62+: $1,000
- Non-city resident, 62+: $1,600
- Term
- One year from purchase date
- Valid at
- Charleston Municipal Golf Course
- Type
- Unlimited / season pass
What's included
- Green fees at no charge for one year, based on course availability
- Carts not included
- Tee times still required (bookable 7 days out from 7 a.m.)
Who can buy it (resident / non-resident rules)
- Resident: City of Charleston residents ages 18-61 pay $1,200 (62+ $1,000); requires an updated Rectrac household and a driver's license matching the city address.
- Non-resident: Non-city residents ages 18-61 pay $1,800 (62+ $1,600).
Break-even by scenario
| Scenario | Without | With | Saves / round | Break-even ($1,200) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City resident, weekend/holiday, walking2026 City of Charleston resident weekend/holiday walking green fee $28 (9 or 18 holes). source | $28 | $0 | $28.00 | 43 rounds |
| City resident, weekday, walking2026 City of Charleston resident Mon-Fri walking green fee $23. source | $23 | $0 | $23.00 | 53 rounds |
Break-even = pass price ÷ savings per round, rounded up. Included complimentary or bonus rounds are not netted out. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2026 Annual Pass worth it?
The 2026 Annual Pass costs $1,200 and pays back after about 43 rounds (scenario: City resident, weekend/holiday, walking, saving $28 per round). Across our published rate scenarios the range is 43 to 53 rounds.
How much does the 2026 Annual Pass cost?
$1,200; non-residents pay $1,800. Verified against the official page on 2026-10-21.
Who can buy the 2026 Annual Pass?
Residents: City of Charleston residents ages 18-61 pay $1,200 (62+ $1,000); requires an updated Rectrac household and a driver's license matching the city address. Non-residents: Non-city residents ages 18-61 pay $1,800 (62+ $1,600).
How long is the 2026 Annual Pass valid?
One year from purchase date.
Which courses accept the 2026 Annual Pass?
Charleston Municipal Golf Course.
What does the 2026 Annual Pass include?
Green fees at no charge for one year, based on course availability; Carts not included; Tee times still required (bookable 7 days out from 7 a.m.).
Data notes & caveats
- Scenarios use city-resident green fees, matching the $1,200 resident pass. Non-city residents compare $1,800 against the $68 regular walking fee (about 27 rounds) or $38-$43 tri-county resident fees (about 42-48 rounds); tri-county residents pay the non-city pass price.
- Walking green fees are the same for 9 or 18 holes.
- The city notes the pass carries no other benefits beyond green fees.
Sources & verification
- Official pass page: https://www.charleston-sc.gov/1938/Course-Rates-and-Annual-Passes
Last verified · data confidence: high. Prices and rules change; confirm with the issuer before buying. ParPass is not affiliated with City of Charleston (Charleston Municipal Golf Course). Is something out of date? Send us the official link.