Played on January 1st, 4th & 7th, 2021
Reviewed by Mr. Tee
When we were thinking of a safe and distanced pandemic road trip, Austin quickly jumped to the top of the list as a destination. Not only was it likely to be the warmest place we could safely drive during the dead of winter but it was easily the best option when it came to food and mini golf. I had previously been to town 9 times for SXSW and never really got to soak in the city outside of seeing live music. The last time I was in Austin, I played the west course and prior to that, I played the east course in 2013 but never had a chance to enjoy the course with The Pink Putter. After watching play during the summer of 2020 on the web series Hardcore Mini Golf, I was determined to get in much more time on one of my all-time favorite courses.
Rating
Not a ton new to say about this course. I get older and Peter Pan stays the same age. Since we were in town for a week, I opted to play each course multiple times. I think I may slightly like the west side more due to the ant singing on a taco, massive T-Rex, and signature Peter Pan statue. While the turf is nearing time to be replaced and some of the holes have some wild breaks, the charm of this course wins the day. If you’re passing through Austin, grab some friends and head over to Peter Pan.
A Couple of Putts review of the East Course at Peter Pan in 2013
A Couple of Putts review of the West Course at Peter Pan in 2015
1207 Barton Springs Road, Austin, TX 78704
Pros
Kitschy 50s design mixed with contemporary, local artwork
Ability to BYOB on the course
Snow cones for sale!
In the heart of a fun city
Cons
Turf can play a little funky and could be replaced in a few years
Nerdy Notes
- Two 18 hole Courses (East & West)
- West Course Par: 41. 5 Stroke limit
- Black rubber covered putters & lots of colorful balls
- 18 holes per adult or child six and over: $8, 18 holes per child five and younger: $6
36 holes per adult and child six and over: $12, 36 holes per child five and younger: $10
additional 18 holes while on-site: $4 - Normal hours are 10am-10pm depending on the weather. Open every day of the year except Thanksgiving and Christmas. May close with minimal notice due to bad weather.
- Beverages welcome! “Feel free to bring a cooler, but no glass containers please.”
- Hosted filming of the Hardcore Mini Golf series in 2020, a goofy competitive mini golf show available online and created by Rooster Teeth
