Cool Crest
Miniature Golf Return
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1402 Fredericksburg Road
San Antonio, TX 78201
(210) 732-0222
Cost: $10
Par: 53 (both courses)
1929 Course 1959
Course
Difficulty: 7 Difficulty:
5
Creativity: 8 Creativity:
7
Atmosphere:
9 Atmosphere:
9
Cool Crest is one of the oldest miniature golf
courses, with two courses – one from 1929 and another from 1959. While the 1929 course has evolved from the
original stylings, the overall feel of both the courses, and the location in
general, accurately depict late 50’s/early 60’s style courses. Both courses
feature poured concrete, intact historic fabric and lighting/pathways/greenery
that all put you back in time. The course is a historically significant
property given its uniqueness of design but that also means that accessibility
is limited. However, they do mention on the website that they
will try to make whatever accommodations they can.
Both courses have a lot of creative holes, many
of which might have been more familiar in the time they were built but now
stand out as unique versus more modern designs. The 1959 course features a lot
of designs that have more “built in” aces with pipes and other pathways leading
to the cup. The 1929 has a more
creative, and somewhat diabolical, designs to their holes including one that
you have the option to use a pitching wedge on – feeling much like a European
style hole. You can see all of the hole designs in our Flickr album. Many were
designs you are likely not to see on any other course in the country. As a result, the 1929 course ended up being
more difficult for us with scores several strokes higher than the 1959 course
and only one of us being under par. It likely will be a similar case for most
golfers and there are some holes on both courses that could throw the average
player for a little bit of a loop and be a little frustrating – so beware.
Aside from the gameplay, the course was in
excellent condition for early Spring and you can tell the owners put a lot of
effort into keeping it high quality. Speaking of the owners, they were great
and friendly people in general and talked to use quite a bit during our time
there, even opening up a little early for us to play. The course also features
a great looking event space and you can take alcohol on the course.
It’s definitely one of the best historical
courses we have played and you will definitely enjoy your time while
there. The cost is at a good price point
for what you are getting as well, and it seems like a great place if you can
make a whole night of it with both courses and the beer garden. We highly recommend
checking this course out if you are in the San Antonio/Austin area and to have
it on your bucket list if you are into historical places.
Reviewed by Pat, Mandy & Duffer
Reviewed in 2022
Course
Pictures (Click to enlarge)
See more pictures in our Flickr album.
Map
Price: $10
Par: 53
Difficulty: 10
Creativity: 10
Atmosphere: 10
Cool Crest is one of the best miniature golf courses I've played. One course was built in the 1920s; another was added in the 1950s. Most holes are long, and require precision putting and just the right speed. The courses are not novelty courses, and are probably best suited for young people and adults. There's lush greenery, with orange and banana trees. The owners do a yeoman's job keeping the courses in good shape. All are greeted with a smile. If you can, bring your own putter and ball. Standard course putting equipment.
Reviewed by: Gretchen Smith
Reviewed in 2018