Whether you’ve been coming to River View Miniature Golf Course for decades or it’s your first time, the 18-hole course provides a new adventure every time.
Sitting along the banks of the Fox River in Pottawatomie Park, River View has been a recreational destination in the community for 50 years. It is now open for the season.
“With the course’s varied obstacles and unique design, no two games are the same. You may play for leisure one day and friendly competition the next. Try a new route on a particular hole, or strive for a personal best – a new adventure awaits every time,” said River View Supervisor Cayla Greenfield.
So grab your children, grandchildren or friends. Make it a play date, date night or afternoon get-away. Plan a minigolf outing for your church group, sports team, mom’s club or co-workers. Or celebrate a birthday with a minigolf party.
Warm-up your putt-putt skills with “Beginners Luck” in Hole 1 and “Crazy Eight” at Hole 2. But don’t get too confident as the obstacles begin to ramp up along the way, as the course incorporates rocks, tunnels, hills, logs, a windmill and lighthouse– among other physical barriers. Enjoy the entertaining hole names throughout, such as “I Dare You” at Hole 4; “Dead Man’s Curve” at Hole 6; “Rocky Road” at Hole 9; “Leap of Faith” at Hole 13; and “Blindman’s Bluff” at the final hole.
Don’t forget to snap a few photos, as the Fox River provides a calming and picturesque backdrop. There are also water features on the course that make for fun photo opportunities including the babbling brook, water fall and waterwheel. Or cozy up with family and friends to snap a shot in the Victorian-style gazebo.
Once you’ve completed the 18 holes, grab a treat or drink at the refreshment stand.
River View also rents kayaks and pedal boats including two new swan pedal boats this year. Rentals are by the hour and tickets can be purchased at the River View hut.
But why stop there? Take advantage of all Pottawatomie Park has to offer. Let the kids burn some energy at the playground; hike up the stairs of Pottawatomie’s ornate tower to take in the views from the top; and/or enjoy a 50-minute public cruise aboard a paddlewheel riverboat.
Minigolf is open daily in June with Putt & Save discounts offered on weekdays. The par 42 course is wheelchair accessible on 9 holes.
For more information, visit riverviewminigolf.org.
