Door County is not a place that takes mini golf lightly.
There are six courses spread across the county, each with its own personality. Collectively they cover every style of the game, from a classic old-school course with gnomes and hobby horses in Ephraim that hosts one of the most competitive mini golf tournaments in the country to a brand-new eco-themed course next to Peninsula State Park that a former Green Bay Packer called the hottest new mini golf in Door County.
A rainy afternoon, a fun activity before a fish boil, a night game with glow balls after dinner. Mini golf fits naturally into a Door County day at almost any point, and the courses here are genuinely good enough to build an outing around rather than just filling time with.
Table of Contents
- Red Putter Mini Golf, Ephraim
- Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf, Sister Bay
- Evergreen Miniature Golf, Fish Creek
- Salty Seagull Miniature Golf, Sturgeon Bay
- Egg Harbor Fun Park, Egg Harbor
- Johnson’s Park, Sister Bay
- Tips for Playing Mini Golf in Door County
- More Door County Guides Worth Reading
Red Putter Mini Golf, Ephraim
The Red Putter in Ephraim is the most beloved mini golf course in Door County and one of those rare places that people describe with a warmth that goes well beyond the activity itself. The course has been a staple of Door County family vacations for more than 50 years, and the character that built that reputation is still entirely intact.
The gnomes, hobby horses, and oversized rocking chair that greet you at the clubhouse. The quirky, silly obstacles that run through all 18 holes. The picnic area and Bobby’s Playground where families settle in after a round. The sense that you are somewhere specific and genuine rather than just a franchise with a consistent brand.
The Red Putter is owned and operated by Traci and Chris, who have kept the spirit of the late Bob Yttri, the man who bought the course in 1993 and ran it until 2017, alive in everything about the place. Bob famously said of his visitors, “They’re not my customers, they’re my friends.” That ethos shows.
The Red Putter is fun for the beginner and challenging enough for the pros who come from around the country every August to compete in the Red Putter Pro Tournament, an AMA-sanctioned American Mini Golf Alliance event and Midwest Regional Championship that is considerably more serious than the average tourist stop would suggest.
The 24th annual Red Putter Pro Tournament took place on Saturday, August 1, 2026, and delivered a family showdown at the top.
Matthew Kraus reclaimed the title, edging out his brother Nathaniel who finished second. Ninety-three pros competed for the $2,000 first place prize and the coveted Red Jacket in three rounds of stroke play on the Red Putter course. The tournament is a sanctioned American Mini Golf Alliance event and the AMA Midwest Regional Championship, which means competitors from across the country make the trip to Ephraim every August to play what is a deceptively challenging course.
The Red Putter Pro Tournament returns each August. If competing or watching is on your list for a future visit, pre-qualifying is open through July 31 with any round score of 41 or better earning a spot in the field. Visit amaminigolf.com for full tournament details.
Open daily 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., May through October. Located right on Highway 42 in near the heart of Ephraim, close to Eagle Harbor and everything else the village has to offer.
Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf, Sister Bay
Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf in Sister Bay is the most dramatic mini golf experience in the county, an 18-hole championship course built around a full pirate theme with mountain caves, footbridges over rushing water, and cascading waterfalls at every turn.
This is the course that most resembles a proper adventure golf experience, with significant elevation changes, complex obstacles, and a layout that is genuinely challenging for experienced players while remaining fun for younger ones.
Voted Best in Door County by the Green Bay Gazette, it is one of the most consistently reviewed stops in the northern villages and a course that people return to year after year.
The pirate theme runs all the way through, with sunken ships, rock formations, and the kind of whimsical set design that makes a round feel like more than just mini golf. The course is located on Highway 42 approximately four miles north of Ephraim, just south of Sister Bay’s village center, which makes it an easy add-on to any Sister Bay afternoon. It is a short drive from the Bay Shore Drive restaurant strip.
Open Monday through Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., weather permitting. Season runs from the last weekend of April through the third weekend of October. Adult admission is $11.50 plus tax. Call (920) 854-4929 for current pricing and hours.
Evergreen Miniature Golf, Fish Creek
Evergreen Miniature Golf in Fish Creek is the newest course in Door County and the one that generates the most enthusiastic first-visit reactions.
Located next to the Fish Creek BP station and directly across from the entrance to Peninsula State Park, the 18-hole course opened in 2023 with high-quality greens, majestic pines overhead, beautiful water features, bridges, and eco-focused educational exhibits woven throughout the layout.
Former Green Bay Packer AJ Dillon called it “the hottest new minigolf in Door County.” Yelp reviewers describe it as the best mini golf they have ever played.
What sets Evergreen apart is the combination of genuine course quality and the natural setting. The greens are immaculate and modern, the challenges are varied and interesting, and the surrounding pines and gardens make the whole experience feel like something more than a standard mini golf round.
The eco-focused displays running throughout the course add an educational layer that makes it particularly engaging for families with curious kids. The course is 100% wheelchair accessible, one of only a handful in Wisconsin to achieve that standard, and stroller-friendly throughout.
Night rounds with glow balls are available for $1 extra per person and are enthusiastically recommended by reviewers who describe the evening experience as unique and genuinely fun.
Adult admission runs $10.50 per person for a regular round. Open May through October with summer hours of 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. Dogs are welcome on the patio — call ahead before bringing them to the course as the policy can vary.
Salty Seagull Miniature Golf, Sturgeon Bay
Salty Seagull Miniature Golf in Sturgeon Bay sits on the south side of the city on Highway 42/57 and is the most convenient mini golf stop for visitors staying in or passing through the county seat.
The nautical-themed 18-hole Harris Miniature Golf course opened in 2022 and is in pristine condition, with whimsical obstacles, water features, and a clean, well-maintained layout that reviewers consistently praise. The nautical character suits its Sturgeon Bay location perfectly, reflecting the same maritime identity that defines the city’s waterfront and museums.
Nine of the 18 holes are fully ADA accessible, making the Salty Seagull one of the most inclusive courses in the county.
The pro shop carries local beer, seltzers, and soda alongside a range of Salty the Seagull merchandise including hats, t-shirts, insulated travel mugs, plush toys, and gift cards. The friendly, family-focused atmosphere and the quality of the course have earned it a strong following among visitors who are often surprised to find a course this good this far south in the county.
Egg Harbor Fun Park, Egg Harbor
Egg Harbor Fun Park in Egg Harbor is the most complete family entertainment destination in Door County, pairing an 18-hole mini golf course with go-karts, an air-conditioned indoor arcade, batting cages, a paintball range, trampoline jumpshot, gem mining, water wars, a bounce zone, and a snack shop serving handmade-to-order pizza and 16 flavors of Cedar Crest Ice Cream.
The mini golf course features a cave, a lighthouse obstacle, and a log bridge, and is consistently praised by reviewers for being clean, well-maintained, and reasonably priced, particularly for Door County.
The air-conditioned arcade is also a genuine asset on a hot summer day or a rainy afternoon when outdoor activities are not appealing.
If you are traveling with kids who have varying attention spans or competing interests, the Fun Park solves the problem of keeping everyone happy in one place. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Call (920) 868-9417 or visit doorcountyfunpark.com for current hours and pricing.
Johnson’s Park, Sister Bay
Johnson’s Park in Sister Bay is the most nostalgic mini golf experience in Door County and the one that multi-generational families who have been coming to the county for nearly 40 years keep returning to.
The 18-hole course is designed with native plants and landscaping, has a character that is distinctly its own, and sits next door to Pirate’s Cove on the north end of Sister Bay. Beyond the mini golf, Johnson’s Park offers go-karts that are notably faster than average, batting cages, and an arcade, which makes it a strong choice when you want the full independent amusement park experience without the franchise feel of a chain operation. Cash only. Open daily from 10 a.m. with varying closing hours by day of the week.
Check their Facebook page for current hours before visiting.
Tips for Playing Mini Golf in Door County
Peak summer weekends at the most popular courses, particularly Pirate’s Cove in Sister Bay and Evergreen in Fish Creek, can see significant wait times in July and August. Arriving in the morning before 11 a.m. or in the early evening after 6 p.m. gives you a smoother experience than the midday rush. Weekdays are always easier than weekends for getting on quickly.
If glow ball mini golf is on your list, Evergreen in Fish Creek is the clear choice. The evening experience there is described by reviewers as distinctly different from a daytime round and worth planning a post-dinner outing around. The course is lit for the evening and the combination of the towering pines at night and the glow of the balls makes for a genuinely memorable experience.
If you are traveling with someone who uses a wheelchair or has mobility limitations, Evergreen in Fish Creek is 100% accessible throughout and is the best choice. The Salty Seagull in Sturgeon Bay has nine accessible holes as a strong alternative. Both are worth calling ahead to confirm current conditions before your visit.
For the Red Putter Pro Tournament, lodging in the Ephraim and Fish Creek area books out well in advance. If competing or spectating in 2027 is on your plan, secure lodging as early as possible. Our complete Door County lodging guide covers every option by town across the county.
Mini golf pairs naturally with a fish boil in the evening or a beach afternoon beforehand. The Door County fish boil guide covers every operator across the county for after-golf dinner planning. For the full picture of family activities across Door County, our Door County activities guide covers everything from hiking and kayaking to theater and festivals.
More Door County Guides Worth Reading
Mini golf is one of the easiest ways to fill a rainy afternoon or wind down a full day in Door County. These guides cover everything else worth doing while you are up here.
For the full picture of things to do across every village, our Door County activities guide covers hiking, kayaking, theater, lighthouses, wineries, festivals, and everything in between.
For the specific villages where most of the mini golf courses are located, our guides to Ephraim, Sister Bay, Fish Creek, Egg Harbor, and Sturgeon Bay cover restaurants, lodging, shopping, and attractions in each community.
For the evening meal that pairs most naturally with a mini golf afternoon, our Door County fish boil guide covers every operator across the county. For the best breakfast to start the day before a round, our Door County breakfast guide covers every village. And for planning where to stay, the Door County lodging guide covers every option by town and price range across the county.
