Who knew that miniature golf was a competitive sport. There are many professionals that take the sport very seriously while make a living from playing this fun game. They even have two major U.S. Tournaments, the Masters and the U.S. Open. Seriously, I’m not joking!

There are at least 50 miniature golf courses in the Myrtle Beach, SC area making it a tough choice deciding which ones to try. They all have their own special themes from dinosaurs, erupting volcanoes, tropical scenery and probably the most common, pirate ships. There’s not enough time or space to mention all of Myrtle Beach miniature golf courses here, so we’ll just mention a few of the favorites.

Mt. Atlanticus Miniature Golf
707 N Kings Highway
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-444-1008

Captain Hook’s Adventure Golf
2205 N Kings Hwy
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29577
843-913-7851

MayDay Miniature Golf
715 Highway 17 N
North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582-2907
843-280-3535

There are so many wonderful miniature golf courses in Myrtle Beach to choose from. We’ll mention just a few more. Dragon’s Lair, located at Broadway on the Beach, must receive mention. Follow the story as you travel through this home for dragons. Kids find it entertaining to read a new part of the story at each hole. The dragon breathes fire as he come out of the volcano and shares his part of the story with adventurous golfers. Hawaiian Village provides a fun time with its mining town theme. The full size train engine is the main feature. And finally, Lost Treasure offers a train ride through mining caves, waterfalls and ancient ruins on the way to the top of the course.

Though miniature golf professionals may frown on the names mini golf, putt-putt or goofy golf, to most of us it just means loads of laughs and a great time to spend with family and friends. It’s a great activity for all ages. You just cannot help having fun with the friendly competition and the animated holes and wondrous scenery. Be sure to try out at least one or two of these spectacular courses during your visit to Myrtle Beach. Mini golf enthusiasts love to see how many courses they can get to during their visit. I wonder which one will be your favorite.

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MayDay Miniature Golf keeps a very clean and neat atmosphere for travelers to spend some enjoyable time stranded on a dreamy tropical island. It may not be quite as challenging as some of the other courses, but the scenery is great and it has a good bit of shade. Kids really seem to love this one with the bright yellow airplane and red helicopter themes. MayDay Golf was featured in 2004 on the Travel Channel’s “MiniGolf Madness” show.

The adult price is $9 for 18 holes or $12 for all day; children’s prices are $8 or $11. With these reasonable fees, it would be easy to make a day of it. MayDay Miniature Golf also has the Snack Shack for ice cream, frozen drinks, snacks and other cold refreshments.

If you have played at MayDay Miniature Golf in Myrtle Beach, SC then please share your thoughts in the comments section below. Also, be sure to check out our list of the best miniature golf courses in Myrtle Beach, SC to see the best places to play putt putt in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

For many mini golfers, Captain Hook’s is just the ultimate. The scenery is fantastic, and guests rave over how new looking and clean it stays. The water features offer a nice distraction and the air conditioned caves are always welcomed. General pricing for 18 holes of golf at Captain Hook’s is $7.50 for adults and $7.00 for kids. Watch for coupons and before 6pm specials too. Smoking skull head or pirate ship, it’s a tough choice. Whether you choose just one of the courses or venture into both, you’re going to love it.

If you have played at Captain Hook’s Adventure Golf in Myrtle Beach, SC then please share your thoughts in the comments section below. Also, be sure to check out our list of the best miniature golf courses in Myrtle Beach, SC to see the best places to play putt putt in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Since this is one of the favored courses in town, it can get fairly crowded, but the fact that they have two courses helps to alleviate the long waits. Things usually move pretty fast. The caves at Mt. Atlanticus are actually inside with air conditioning providing very welcome relief from the hot sun or even light rain. Shaved ice and cool drinks found along the way help to refresh golfers as they make their trek to the top.

The price to date is $8 for adults with just an additional $2 allowing all day play at both courses until 6 pm. Play golf, visit the gift shop, take breaks for snacks and enjoy a leisurely fun day for just $10. Or play a round or two in the morning, take a break to go out for lunch, then come back in the afternoon for more golfing fun. What a deal! Be sure to try the extra 19th hole at the end. It’s quite a challenge, but if you make it you get a lifetime pass to play anytime at Mt. Atlanticus. The staff is great and things are kept up well. It’s no wonder that this is a family tradition for many that frequent Myrtle Beach.

If you have played at Mt. Atlanticus Miniature Golf in Myrtle Beach, SC then please share your thoughts in the comments section below. Also, be sure to check out our list of the best miniature golf courses in Myrtle Beach, SC to see the best places to play putt putt in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.