They’re not the same system
Driving range netting is a containment system designed for repeated, high-volume impact from a consistent direction. Golf course netting is a barrier system designed for property protection against lower-volume, variable-angle shots.
Driving range netting (containment)
- Typical height: 45–65 feet at the tee area; up to 140+ feet for full containment
- Mesh size:3/4" to 1"
- Impact profile: repeated, high-volume, single-direction stress
Golf course netting (property protection)
- Typical height: 20–80 feet, sometimes higher near roadways or homes
- Impact profile: variable angles and speeds; lower volume than a range
- Common locations: fairway edges, property lines, parking lots, residential boundaries
The breakaway difference
In hurricane zones and high-wind regions, breakaway systems can prevent catastrophic structural failure by allowing panels to detach safely under extreme load, then be re-hung after the event.
Side-by-side comparison
FAQ
Is driving range netting and golf course netting the same thing?
No. Driving range netting is engineered for high-volume, single-direction containment. Golf course netting is engineered for property protection against variable-trajectory errant shots.
How high does driving range netting need to be?
Most driving ranges use 45–65 feet at the tee area. Full containment near residential areas can require 100–140+ feet. Height is the biggest material cost driver.
What is a breakaway netting system?
A breakaway system allows netting panels to release safely under extreme loads (like high winds) rather than pulling down poles and cables. Panels can be re-hung after an event, protecting the structural system.