The Ultimate Guide to Golf Course Signs: Materials, Types, Costs & More (2026)

Cylex Signs is America’s leading manufacturer of custom golf course signs, with over 40 years of experience serving private clubs, public courses, resorts, municipalities, and military installations across the United States.

Last updated: May 2026. Written by the Cylex Signs manufacturing team, Huntsville, Texas.

What Are Golf Course Signs?

Golf course signs are custom-manufactured markers, plaques, and directional signs that serve both functional and aesthetic roles on a golf course. They communicate yardage, identify tee boxes, guide players through the course, and establish the visual identity of the club.

Types of Golf Course Signs

Tee Box Signs

Tee signs are the most ordered sign on any golf course. Positioned at each tee box, they display the hole number, par, handicap, and yardages from multiple tee positions. Cylex manufactures tee signs in synthetic stone, faux wood, cast stone, stained glass inlay, and metal formats.

Tee Markers

Tee markers designate the teeing ground for each set of tees. Cylex produces round, square, and custom-shaped markers in synthetic stone and real cast stone, arriving color-coded and pre-finished.

Yardage Markers

In-fairway yardage markers help players select the right club. Cylex offers flush-mount ground discs, post-mounted signs, and sprinkler head covers in UV-stable synthetic stone.

Entry and Monument Signs

The entrance sign is a golfer’s first impression. Cylex crafts entry monuments in synthetic stone, real cast stone, and backlit dimensional letters — including for clients like Westin Kierland Resort.

Sign Materials Compared

Synthetic Stone (Cylex Exclusive)

Cylex’s signature material. UV-stabilized, weatherproof, and impact-resistant. Will not crack, fade, splinter, or absorb moisture. Lifespan: 25-40+ years. Chosen by over 90% of clients.

Cast Stained Glass (Cylex Exclusive)

Genuine stained glass artwork cast directly into synthetic stone, creating a luminous tee sign that glows in sunlight. Found nowhere else in the golf sign industry. Each sign is a handcrafted original.

Faux Wood

Achieves the warmth of natural wood without maintenance. Will not rot, warp, or require re-staining. Perfect for courses with a lodge or natural aesthetic.

Real Cast Stone

Natural aggregate cast in molds for premium, authentic appearance. Lifespan: 30-50 years. Ideal for entry monuments and signature holes.

Durability and Lifespan

• Synthetic stone: 25-40+ years
• Cast stone: 30-50 years
• Faux wood: 20-35 years
• Cast stained glass: 30+ years
• Painted wood: 3-7 years (not recommended)

Golf Course Sign Costs (2026)

• Tee signs (synthetic stone): $150-$350 per sign
• Tee signs (stained glass): $350-$700+ per sign
• Tee markers (full set): $800-$2,500
• Entry monument signs: $1,500-$12,000+
• Complete 18-hole package: $8,000-$30,000+

Park and Recreation Signs

Cylex Signs also serves parks departments, municipalities, HOAs, schools, and military installations. Notable clients include Lee County Parks and Recreation (Florida), City of Arlington Parks (Texas), and military base recreation facilities across the USA.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Cylex Signs made in the USA?

Yes. Every sign is designed and manufactured at our facility in Huntsville, Texas. No overseas manufacturing.

How long does production take?

Standard lead time is 6-10 weeks for a complete course package. Rush orders can often be accommodated.

Can you refurbish old signs?

Yes. We can refurbish signs from any manufacturer. Ship them to us and we will sandblast, repaint, reseal, and return them looking brand new.

Do you ship nationwide?

Yes. We ship to all 50 states, fully assembled and crated. International shipping is also available.