Mini Golf Courses in California
California offers amazing mini golf experiences from San Diego to San Francisco with unique themes and challenges.
No state matches California for the sheer diversity of its mini golf landscape. Southern California's year-round sunshine supports outdoor courses that never close, from the beachside layouts of Santa Monica and Huntington Beach to the sprawling entertainment complexes near Disneyland in Anaheim. Los Angeles alone has enough variety to fill a week, with Hollywood-themed courses, mid-century nostalgia venues, and high-tech indoor experiences that incorporate augmented reality and projection mapping into the playing experience.
San Diego's mini golf scene benefits from the city's status as a family tourism hub. Courses near Belmont Park and Mission Beach draw both tourists and locals, while inland venues in Escondido and El Cajon offer larger, more elaborate layouts with jungle and pirate themes. The city's consistently pleasant weather means outdoor courses rarely lose a day to rain, making San Diego one of the most reliable mini golf destinations in the entire country for visitors who want a guaranteed outdoor outing.
Northern California brings a different character to the game. San Francisco's compact urban setting has produced creative indoor courses that maximize limited square footage with clever design, while the wine country regions of Napa and Sonoma have resort-adjacent courses that cater to families looking for an afternoon break from tasting rooms. Sacramento and the Central Valley lean toward classic family fun centers where mini golf anchors a larger entertainment package.
California also holds a notable place in mini golf history. Some of the earliest commercial miniature golf courses in the western United States were built in Los Angeles during the 1920s and 1930s, when the mini golf craze swept the nation and thousands of courses sprang up almost overnight. Today, the state continues to push the boundaries of course design, with several operators experimenting with sustainable materials, solar-powered lighting, and native plant landscaping that reduce environmental impact while enhancing the playing experience.
Planning a bigger trip? See our editorial picks in the best mini golf courses in the USA guide, organized region by region.
258 Courses Found
MB2 Entertainment Santa Clarita
Find MB2 Entertainment Santa Clarita, a mini golf course, in Santa Clarita, California. The course carries a 4.4-star rating from 579 reviews, making it an excellent option in the area. The course is open seven days a week; you can reach it by phone or through its website to confirm current hours and pricing before you visit. Check the address, hours, and photos below to plan a round of mini golf in Santa Clarita.
Swing Factory Golf
Swing Factory Golf is a putt-putt golf venue in Los Angeles, California. It holds an outstanding 5-star rating based on 76 Google reviews. The course is open 5 days a week; you can reach it by phone or through its website to confirm current hours and pricing before you visit. Check the address, hours, and photos below to plan a round of mini golf in Los Angeles.
Tee'd Up Golf
Find Tee'd Up Golf, a mini golf course, in Redondo Beach, California. It holds an outstanding 5-star rating based on 3 Google reviews. The course is open seven days a week; you can reach it by phone or through its website to confirm current hours and pricing before you visit. See the details below, then explore more mini golf courses in Redondo Beach and across California.
Precision Golf Centers
Located in Torrance, California, Precision Golf Centers is a miniature golf course listed in our directory. It holds an outstanding 4.9-star rating based on 25 Google reviews. The course is open seven days a week; you can reach it by phone or through its website to confirm current hours and pricing before you visit. See the details below, then explore more mini golf courses in Torrance and across California.
The Lakes at El Segundo
The Lakes at El Segundo is a putt-putt golf venue in El Segundo, California. Visitors have given it an excellent 4.6-star average across 1144 reviews on Google. The course is open seven days a week; you can reach it by phone or through its website to confirm current hours and pricing before you visit. Use the information below to plan your visit, or browse other California mini golf courses in our directory.
Birdie Club
Find Birdie Club, a mini golf course, in Los Angeles, California. The course carries a 4.9-star rating from 31 reviews, making it an outstanding option in the area. The course is open 6 days a week; you can reach it by phone or through its website to confirm current hours and pricing before you visit. See the details below, then explore more mini golf courses in Los Angeles and across California.
Topgolf El Segundo
Topgolf El Segundo is a mini golf course in El Segundo, California. The course carries a 4-star rating from 961 reviews, making it a highly rated option in the area. The course is open seven days a week; you can reach it by phone or through its website to confirm current hours and pricing before you visit. Check the address, hours, and photos below to plan a round of mini golf in El Segundo.
Del Mar Golf Center - Pelly's Mini Golf
Find Del Mar Golf Center - Pelly's Mini Golf, a mini golf course, in Del Mar, California. It holds an excellent 4.5-star rating based on 374 Google reviews. The course is open seven days a week; you can reach it by phone or through its website to confirm current hours and pricing before you visit. Check the address, hours, and photos below to plan a round of mini golf in Del Mar.
Fun Factory - Westfield Topanga
Fun Factory - Westfield Topanga is a putt-putt golf venue in Canoga Park, California. The course carries a 4.2-star rating from 15 reviews, making it a highly rated option in the area. The course is open seven days a week; you can reach it by phone or through its website to confirm current hours and pricing before you visit. See the details below, then explore more mini golf courses in Canoga Park and across California.