Standard porta potty
$125 to $250 a weekend
How many restrooms does a golf tournament need?
Start with your player count and your gallery, if spectators are expected. Columbus Porta Pros builds tournament restroom plans around cart paths, not just holes, because that is where players actually stop. A 4-hole turn station near the 9th tee usually needs one standard porta potty, while the clubhouse staging area for a shotgun start benefits from two or three units plus a deluxe flushable unit if sponsors or VIP guests are on site. For pro-am format events with 100+ players and support staff, OSHA 1926.51(c) sets a useful baseline even off a construction site: 1 toilet for every 20 workers or fewer, scaling to 1 per 40 above that. Tournament directors in Columbus often use that same ratio for volunteers and vendor crews working the course all day. If your field includes wheelchair or mobility-limited players, plan for the required accessible unit under ADA Standards 213.2 near the clubhouse and at least one turn point, with a 60 inch turning circle inside per ADA Standards 304.3.1. Need help sizing it fast? The how many porta potties do I need guide walks through headcounts by event type, and our event restroom rental page covers layout basics for courses, greens, and gallery zones.
Where should restrooms go on a golf course?
Restrooms belong at natural stopping points: the clubhouse, the halfway house, and one or two turn stations along the back nine. Placement also has to respect cart traffic and irrigation lines, so a site walk before the event pays off. Ground under each unit needs to be stable, firm and slip resistant, per ADA Standards 302.1, which matters on Columbus courses after a wet spring; the region averages 39.31 inches of precipitation a year and 78.5 days with 0.10 inch or more, according to NOAA climate normals for John Glenn Columbus International Airport. That means turf near tee boxes can get soft, and a restroom trailer rental with a stable base or gravel pad often outperforms standard units on low ground. If your event draws a gallery near a signature hole, consider a 4 stall restroom trailer or 2 stall restroom trailer instead of stacking multiple single units, since it cuts down on lines and looks better in photos. For hospitality tents and sponsor villages, pair restrooms with a handwashing station rental so players and guests aren't relying on hand sanitizer alone; 29 CFR 1910.141(d)(2) requires soap and towels or a hand-drying device at wash stations, and sanitizer does not satisfy that standard. Courses within a short drive of Columbus, including clubs near Bexley, 6.2 miles southeast, or Upper Arlington, 6.9 miles northwest, work well for one-day deliveries without adding much lead time.
What does golf tournament restroom rental cost in Columbus?
Cost depends on unit type, count and rental length, and most one-day tournaments land in a predictable range once you know the unit mix.
| unit | day rate | notes |
|---|---|---|
| standard porta potty | $100 - $350 | typical $150, good for turn stations |
| ADA accessible unit | $200 - $400 | typical $230, required near clubhouse |
| deluxe flushable unit | $85 - $1,200 | typical $300, sponsor or VIP areas |
| restroom trailer | $175 - $2,500 | typical varies by stall count |
| delivery fee | $100 - $500 | typical $150, one-time per site |
A weekend tournament often runs a flat weekend rate instead of stacking single-day charges; ADA units, for example, run $199 to $300 for a weekend rather than two separate day rates. Check the restroom trailer rental cost and porta potty rental cost pages for a fuller breakdown by unit, or request a quote through our request a quote page with your player count and course layout. If the tournament runs multiple weekends or into a shoulder season, our monthly porta potty rental option can cost less per day than repeated weekend bookings.
Placement on private course property in Columbus generally does not trigger the city's Chapter 903 right-of-way occupancy permit, since that rule covers construction-related placement in public streets and alleys. If any unit needs to sit on a public road shoulder or municipal lot near the course, confirm with the City of Columbus Department of Public Service before delivery. See our porta potty permit requirements page for how that process works.
How far in advance should I book restrooms for a golf tournament?
Book 2 to 3 weeks out for standard tournaments, longer for large charity events with sponsor tents. Course conditions and delivery access can change fast in Columbus, so early booking locks in your unit count. Check our porta potty rental checklist for a full planning timeline.
Do golf tournaments need an ADA accessible restroom?
Yes, if the field includes any players or guests with mobility needs. ADA Standards 213.2 requires at least one accessible unit in any cluster of portable toilets. See ADA accessible porta potty for spec details.
Can restrooms be placed on cart paths or fairways?
Not usually on the path itself, but adjacent turf or gravel areas work if ground is stable and firm per ADA Standards 302.1. Course staff can usually point to approved staging spots near tee boxes or turn stations.
How many units does a 100-player scramble need?
Plan for 4 to 6 standard units plus one ADA unit, split between the clubhouse and back-nine turn stations. Larger galleries push that number up. Our how many porta potties do I need guide has sizing detail by event size.
What if the tournament runs into bad weather?
Units stay serviceable in rain, but soft ground near greens can shift placement day-of. Keep a backup gravel or paved spot ready, and call Columbus Porta Pros if you need units relocated fast.
What we rent
Four units cover almost every job
Typical Columbus ranges, not a quote. Delivery is $50 to $150 and a weekly service visit $30 to $60. See the full cost breakdown.
Deluxe flushing
$200 to $350 a weekend
ADA accessible
$199 to $300 a weekend
Restroom trailer
Quoted by stall count
The rest of the yard
One mobilisation, not three
Roll off dumpsters10, 20, 30 and 40 yardTemporary fencingPanels 6 feet by 12 feetStorage containers20 foot and 40 footHandwashing stationsSinks and sanitiser standsSeptic and grease trapsPumping, cleaning, emergenciesSite power and lightLight towers, temporary poles
We deliver across Franklin County and the surrounding metro:
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