How many restrooms does a golf tournament need?
Start with headcount, then split it across the course. A field of 80 golfers plus caddies and volunteers crosses the 20-person line in OSHA 1926.51(c), which calls for 1 toilet seat and 1 urinal per 40 people once you're past that threshold. Most tournaments in Maple Grove land two standard units near the clubhouse, one at the turn, and one or two more spread across the back nine depending on layout. Add a deluxe flushable unit near the pro shop if sponsors or VIP guests are in the mix; it reads better next to a hospitality tent than a standard box.
ADA access isn't optional once you have any public gathering. ADA Standards 213.2 requires at least 5 percent of clustered units to be accessible, and never fewer than one, so even a modest four-unit setup needs an ADA-accessible unit with a route that meets the 36 inch clear width in ADA Standards 403.5.1. We check the cart path grade before we drop that unit, because a tipped ramp defeats the purpose. If your event runs a hospitality tent or a beer garden near the 18th green, a restroom trailer often makes more sense than a bank of single units. Not sure how many stalls that means for your field size? Our porta potty needs guide walks through the math by headcount.
Where should restrooms go on a golf course?
Placement matters more on a golf course than almost anywhere else we work, because carts move slowly and holes stretch a half mile apart. We aim for line of sight from the tee box or the cart path, never behind a green where a truck can't reach for service. A standard unit needs about 44 by 48 inches of ground space and stands roughly 92 inches tall, so we tuck them near tree lines without blocking a sightline to the pin. Delivery trucks need close to 60 feet of straight clearance to set units down safely, which rules out tight cart paths between holes 6 and 7 on some layouts. We've mapped drop points at clubs across the metro, from Maple Grove out to Anoka, 10.8 miles northeast, and we plan the route before tournament week, not the morning of.
Course terrain in Maple Grove varies hole to hole, and low spots near water features can get soft after rain. Our crews check the ground the same day we deliver, and if a planned spot won't hold a truck, we move to the next best cart path pullout. For weekend member-guest events, ground crews also want handwashing stations near the units, since 29 CFR 1910.141(d)(2) requires soap and towels or a hand-drying device, not just sanitizer gel. We stock those separately from handwashing station rentals so hosts can add exactly as many as the field needs.
What does a golf tournament restroom rental cost?
Pricing depends on unit type, count and how long the course needs them. A one-day member event costs less than a three-day member-guest or a full weekend invitational, and trailers run higher than standard units across every duration.
| Unit | Day | Week | Weekend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | $100 - $350 | $130 - $500 | $125 - $400 |
| ADA | $200 - $400 | $199 - $300 | $199 - $300 |
| Deluxe flushable | $85 - $1200 | $150 - $290 | quote by request |
| Restroom trailer | $175 - $2500 | $900 - $1650 | $900 - $3000 |
Delivery runs $100 to $500 for a single-day event and $50 to $150 for a week-long booking, and most tournament clients also pay a service fee for mid-event cleaning, typically $100 to $300 for a single day. Multi-day member-guests often land in the weekend service fee band, $400 to $1200, since crews service twice over three days instead of once. For full-field club championships with 100-plus players, a 4 stall restroom trailer or 8 stall restroom trailer usually costs less per person than a dozen scattered standard units, and it centralizes service to one stop instead of six. Check our restroom trailer cost guide or general rental cost breakdown before you lock a headcount with the pro shop.
Weekly service follows the ANSI/PSAI Z4.3 baseline of one visit per week for up to 10 users over a standard 40-hour stretch, but tournament traffic is heavier and shorter, so we usually schedule a mid-round service call on multi-day events instead of waiting for the weekly cycle. That keeps units usable through the back nine on day two without an emergency call.
Frequently asked questions
Do we need a permit for restrooms on golf course property?
Placement on private club grounds usually doesn't need a public right-of-way permit, but that depends on the specific course and any city review tied to a special event. Confirm with Maple Grove city offices before tournament week. See our permit requirements guide for what to ask.
How far in advance should we book for a tournament?
Book as soon as the date and field size are set, ideally 4 to 6 weeks out for member-guests or invitationals. Peak season fills fast, and trailer availability tightens first. Our event restroom page covers standard lead times.
Can we get restrooms for a one-day charity scramble?
Yes. A one-day scramble usually needs 2 to 4 standard units plus one ADA unit, priced from the day column above. Smaller fields sometimes need just one portable restroom near the clubhouse and one at the turn.
What if a unit gets low mid-tournament?
Call us and we'll dispatch a mid-event service truck same day when possible. This is common on three-day member-guests. We build a service stop into multi-day bookings up front to avoid it.
Do you serve courses outside Maple Grove?
Yes. We cover clubs from Maple Grove out toward Brooklyn Center, 9.2 miles southeast, and Fridley, 13.1 miles east. Check our service areas page or request a quote for your course's exact distance.
Next step
Get a delivery date
Tell us the address, the dates and the headcount. We size the order and confirm the route.