Play Golf Minneapolis courses begin to open on Sat., April 18

Columbia, Francis A. Gross and Meadowbrook are first to open

In accordance with Governor Walz’ Executive Order 20-38, Columbia, Francis A. Gross and Meadowbrook golf courses will open Saturday, April 18, Theodore Wirth Golf Course will open Tuesday, April 22. All courses are walking only. To make a tee time, visit https://www.minneapolisparks.org/golf

Other Play Golf Minneapolis courses and driving ranges will open as soon as possible.

The following guidelines and procedures were put in place to enjoy a safe experience for golfers and staff:

Prior to arriving at the golf course:

• If you are sick or are feeling sick, do not come to the golf course.
• Effective immediately, if you can, tee times should be made on-line. No walk-up play is allowed until further notice.
• If you are unable to make your reservation online, you may call the course directly between 7-8 pm for phone in reservations.
• Once open for play courses will have modified tee time availability

Upon Arrival:

• Please arrive no more than 20 minutes before your tee time to minimize gathering in all areas.
• The CDC’s requirement for social distancing of 6 feet is being strictly enforced on all property.
• All clubhouses and pro shops will remain closed.
• Golfers must phone in to the clubhouse to pay for their rounds with a credit card, groups are encouraged to pay with one transaction.
• Available merchandise items will be limited to golf balls, gloves and tees.
• Club rentals and pull carts will not be available until further notice. Please do not plan on sharing clubs with any golfers.
• Curbside pick-up food and beverage options will be available as soon as possible. Hours of operations for food and beverage may be modified.

On the golf course:

• The cups on all putting greens have been modified to allow for ball retrieval without the need to touch any surfaces.
• All water stations, tee markers, ball washers, above ground yardage stakes and benches have been removed.
• Rakes will not be provided for bunker raking at this time. Please do your best to smooth disturbed sand with either your shoe or golf club.
• Do not pick up your playing partners’ clubs during play.
• We ask you to please forgo the traditional after round handshake and invite you to create your own socially distanced salutation. We’re fans of the putter salute!

On the driving range:

• The CDC’s requirement for social distancing of 6 feet is being strictly enforced on all property.
• Range balls must be purchased with a credit card at the ball dispenser.
• We have increased spacing on the driving range which reduces our capacity. Please limit your time to accommodate all members and guests. Range balls are being cleaned regularly between golfers.
• When you have completed your practice please return your bucket to the cleaning station for staff to properly disinfect.