4 mini-golf locations in and around the Kawartha Lakes
Mini-golf is a fantastic way to enjoy the outdoors, bond with family and friends, and put your putting skills to the test. Whether you’re visiting the Kawartha Lakes for the weekend or live here year round, these four-mini golf locations are worth checking out.
1. Coboconk Go-Karts and Ice Cream
- Location: Coboconk, ON
- Holes: 18
- Hours: Open from the May long weekend until Thanksgiving long weekend
Mini-golf with a fun twist
Coboconk Go-Karts and Ice Cream is a must-visit destination for mini-golf enthusiasts looking to add an element of unpredictability to their round.
Their mini-putt course features a mischief golf spinner which adds a playful element to each hole.
Players spin before each shot, and the spinner dictates how they play the hole—e.g., whether it’s using the wrong end of the club or swapping scores with another player. This adds a hilarious and unpredictable layer to the game, ensuring that no two rounds are alike.
Other amenities at this mini-putt course
Beyond mini-golf, Coboconk Go-Karts and Ice Cream offers an impressive range of activities, including go-karting, laser tag, and billiards mini-golf. For those looking to cool down, the ice cream parlour serves delicious treats, while the retro candy shop is sure to bring back sweet memories.
2. The Minden Experience Adventure Fun Park
- Location: Minden, ON
- Holes: 18
- Hours: Pre-Season (Victoria Day to Canada Day): Friday, Saturday, Sunday; Regular Season (Canada Day to Labour Day): Open 7 Days; Post-Season (Labour Day to Thanksgiving): Friday, Saturday, Sunday.
Get your sports fix at this mini-golf
The Minden Experience Adventure Fun Park offers an 18-hole Par 44 course is known for its challenging hole designs, that will put players to the test. When you’re done your round at this mini-putt there’s lots more to keep you amused and occupied.
Other amenities at this mini-putt
The park also features a golf chipping range, batting cages, go-karts, and scenic walking trails.
3. Carnarvon Family Golf
- Location: Carnarvon, ON
- Holes: 18
- Hours: Closed Monday to Thursday; Open Friday to Sunday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Enjoy music while you play this mini-putt
Carnarvon Family Golf is a mini-golf destination that has consistently earned 5-star ratings from visitors. Its 18-hole course, known as Mike’s Mini Putt, is a hit with kids, teens and adults thanks to its different hole themes.
One of this mini-golf’s unique features is its speaker system, which provides background music as you make your way around the course. And we should mention you also have a chance to win a free game!
More ways to get your golf on
In addition to mini-golf, Carnarvon Family Golf also offers a variety of amenities, including a driving range, a Par 3 9-hole golf course, junior golf camps, and a short game practice green. The bottom line: Carnarvon is a great place to hone your golfing skills, or enjoy a relaxed mini-putt outing with family or friends.
4. The Cottage
- Location: Havelock, ON
- Holes: 18
- Hours: Monday to Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Thursday to Sunday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Cottage themed mini-golf course
The Cottage offers a mini-golf experience where each hole features a cottage-themed obstacle that will put your putting skills to the test.
Treat yourself after your mini-putt round
Once you’ve finished your round, order an ice cream or a milkshake (may we suggest their Ultimate Smores milkshake!). Or, if you’re visiting on a weekend, sink your teeth into a local delicacy–a fresh-made indulgence from Dooher’s Donuts.
When you’re done satisfying your craving for something yummy you can satisfy your craving for shopping in The Cottage store. The retail outlet of this operation carries a variety of cottage-themed apparel and decor items, as well as games, candles, mugs, stationery, and more.
There’s a mini-golf experience that’s right for you
Whether you’re just looking for a place to go mini-golfing or a destination that complements it mini-putt experience with a variety of other activities, these four locations in and around the Kawartha Lakes region have it covered. Enjoy your outing.
Feel like a round of golf?
Check out our article “Guide to golf courses in Kawarthas Lakes” and get the scoop on 27 places you can hit the links in the region.
Photo Credit: Tacki Mack
