Stowe Golf Park

Stowe Golf Park keeps mini golf simple and puts the focus on your putting. The 18 holes are laid out like a compact, landscaped putting course, with contoured greens, gentle slopes, and bends that reward a careful read, so a good putter has a real edge over a lucky one. The course skips the windmills and animated pirates in favor of green grass, garden plantings, and a scorecard that can get surprisingly competitive. Play a casual round or keep score, and grab a cold drink or an ice cream bar between holes. It’s an easy pick for families with kids of any age, and a fun evening outing for grown-ups who think they’ve still got a short game.

Stowe Golf Park is about five minutes from Topnotch and open from spring through the end of October, with rounds running into the evening. Stowe Bowl sits on the same property, so you can turn a round of mini golf into a full night out. Check Stowe Golf Park’s website for current hours and details before you go. Then head back to Topnotch, where the winner can relive every putt, whether anyone wants to hear about it or not.