Card Game

Golf Solitaire

Clear the tableau by playing cards one rank higher or lower. Fast, fun, and addictive!

Moves: 0
Cards: 0
Stock: 0

Golf Solitaire

Clear all cards by playing one rank higher or lower

About Golf Solitaire

Golf Solitaire is one of the fastest and most exciting solitaire variants. Unlike traditional Klondike solitaire, Golf Solitaire is all about creating long chains of plays and clearing the tableau as quickly as possible.

The game gets its name from the scoring system - just like golf, lower is better. Your goal is to clear all 35 cards from the tableau with as few cards remaining as possible. A perfect game (clearing everything) is called "going out."

Play our free online Golf Solitaire game with no downloads required. Works perfectly on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices. Challenge yourself to beat your high score!

How to Play Golf Solitaire

1

Setup

35 cards are dealt into 7 columns of 5 cards each. One card starts the foundation pile.

2

Play Cards

Click any exposed card (bottom of column) that is one rank higher OR lower than the foundation. Suits don't matter!

3

Draw from Stock

When no cards can be played, draw from the stock pile to get a new foundation card.

4

Win the Game

Clear all 35 cards from the tableau to win. The fewer moves, the better your score!

Tips & Strategies

  • •Look for long sequences before making your first move - plan your chain
  • •Remember that Aces and Kings wrap around (A-K or K-A)
  • •Delay drawing from stock as long as possible - maximize tableau plays
  • •Prefer moves that expose multiple playable cards
  • •Pay attention to which cards are still in the tableau - avoid dead ends

Frequently Asked Questions

Golf Solitaire is a fast-paced card game where you try to clear 35 cards from 7 columns by playing cards one rank higher or lower than the foundation card. The name comes from the goal of getting the lowest score (fewest cards remaining).
Click on any exposed card (bottom of each column) that is exactly one rank higher or lower than the foundation card. Aces and Kings wrap around, so you can play A on K or K on A.
Draw from the stock when no tableau cards can be played. Each stock draw gives you a new foundation card, potentially opening up new moves.
No, not every Golf Solitaire deal is winnable. Studies suggest about 11% of random deals can be won with perfect play. The challenge is to clear as many cards as possible.
In Golf Solitaire, lower is better. Clearing all cards (0 remaining) is a win. Getting under 5 cards remaining is excellent, under 10 is good, and under 15 is decent.
No, suits don't matter at all in Golf Solitaire. You only need to match the rank - any card one higher or lower than the foundation can be played.
Focus on creating long chains of consecutive plays. Look for sequences that let you clear multiple cards before drawing. Sometimes it's better to play cards that open up more moves rather than the most obvious choice.
This version doesn't have undo. Think carefully before each move! Strategic planning is key to success.
Yes! Golf Solitaire is completely free to play online with no downloads, installations, or account required.
Absolutely! Golf Solitaire is fully optimized for mobile devices, tablets, and desktop computers with touch-friendly controls.

Why Play Golf Solitaire?

Quick Games

Perfect for short breaks

Easy to Learn

Simple rules, deep strategy

Brain Training

Improves pattern recognition

Mobile Friendly

Play on any device

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