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Golf Caddy Tipping Guide

Tipping golf caddies is customary and expected. Most caddies rely on tips as their primary income from caddy work.

Golf Caddy Tipping Standards

• Standard Public Course: $20-40 per bag for 18 holes
• Upscale Daily Fee Course: $40-60 per bag
• Private Country Club: $60-100+ per bag
• Resort/Destination Course: $50-100+ per bag
• Prestigious Courses (Pebble Beach, etc.): $100-150+ per bag
• 9 Holes: 50-60% of 18-hole rate
• Forecaddie (one caddy for group): $20-40 per player

Factors Affecting Caddy Tips

• Caddy Performance: Better tips for excellent green reading, club selection, pace management.
• Weather Conditions: Tip more for caddying in rain, heat, or challenging weather.
• Walking Distance: Hilly courses or long distances warrant higher tips.
• Your Score: While not required, players sometimes tip more after a great round.
• Group Size: Caddy handling multiple bags may get tip per bag or larger single tip.
• Tournament Play: Competitive rounds or important events may warrant premium tips.

Caddy Tipping Etiquette

• Cash Only: Always tip caddies in cash, typically after the round.
• Know the Caddy Fee: Club charges caddy fee (goes to club/caddy pool), but tip is separate and direct to caddy.
• Double Bags: If caddy carries two bags, tip for both bags (some players tip 1.5x instead of 2x).
• Don’t Skimp: Even if you played poorly, the caddy still provided full service.
• First-Time at Course: Ask in pro shop for typical caddy tip range.
• Pre-Tip: Never pre-tip; always tip based on service provided.
• Exceptional Service: For great caddies, tip at high end or above recommended range.