Galena Golf Trip Cost
What does a Galena, Illinois golf trip actually cost? We broke it down using real pricing from 5 courses, 2 lodging options, and 4 restaurants. All estimates are per person for a 3-night, 2-round trip with a group of 8.
Per-Person Estimate (3 Nights, 2 Rounds, Group of 8)
Budget
$328
Golf (2 rounds): $58Lodging (3 nights): $150Food & Drinks: $120
Mid-Range
$685
Golf (2 rounds): $186Lodging (3 nights): $319Food & Drinks: $180
Premium
$1231
Golf (2 rounds): $398Lodging (3 nights): $563Food & Drinks: $270
Estimates exclude flights, car rental, and activities. Based on real venue pricing in our database.
Green Fee Breakdown
5 courses ranging from $29 to $199 per round with cart.
Budget (1 course)
Lacoma Golf Club$29–$55
Solid (3 courses)
Eagle Ridge - North Course$79–$129
Eagle Ridge - South Course$69–$109
Eagle Ridge - East Course$49–$79
Premium (1 course)
Eagle Ridge - The General$129–$199
Lodging Cost Per Person
Splitting a rental house is almost always cheaper than individual hotel rooms for golf groups. Here's what it looks like per person per night.
| Option | Sleeps | $/night (total) | 4 guys | 8 guys | 12 guys |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| house | 12–16 | $600–$1500 | $150/pp | $75/pp | $50/pp |
| cabin | 8–12 | $400–$900 | $100/pp | $50/pp | $33/pp |
Activity Costs
Blaum Bros. Distillery Tour1-2 hours
$15–$30/ppChestnut Mountain ATV Tours2-3 hours
$60–$100/ppMississippi River Kayaking2-3 hours
$40–$70/ppGalena Brewery Crawl2-3 hours
$20–$40/ppMoney-Saving Tips for Galena
- Walk instead of riding — 2 courses here are walkable, saving $20-30/round on cart fees.
- Book a house that sleeps your full group — per-person lodging drops dramatically with 8+ people.
- Mix in casual spots — 1 restaurants here are under $30/person.
- Hire a private chef for one night — often cheaper than a $$$$ restaurant for large groups, and the house becomes the venue.
- Use our AI trip planner to compare different course/lodging combos and find the sweet spot for your budget.