The Importance of Fun and a Challenge
Mini golf courses that are challenging, engaging, and fun encourage repeat visits and attract new players through word of mouth. While miniature golf isn’t simply a smaller version of regulation golf, Harris courses integrate features such as water elements, undulating and banked greens, rough turf, and sand traps — all of which capture the challenge and enjoyment of full-size golf. This design philosophy is one of the traits that sets Harris Miniature Golf Courses apart as the world leader in miniature golf design and construction.
The “Feel” of the Course
Design elements such as elevation changes and streams act as natural buffers between shots, helping players feel as though they are in their own space. These elevation changes don’t need to be extreme or costly — they can often be created by taking advantage of the site’s existing features. Finally, Harris’ golf courses are planned to ensure maximum flow and avoid backups. With more than 60 years of designing golf courses, Harris’ engineers are experts at designing courses that meet all of these criteria and more.
Water Features & Aesthetic Appeal
Beyond just the size, the aesthetic appeal of the course is a key factor, especially in competitive markets like tourist areas. Harris Miniature Golf Courses is known for creating courses with amazing water features! These features not only enhance the visual appeal and atmosphere but also create natural separation between holes, reduce outside noise, improve playability, and add unique obstacles that make each round more exciting.
- Ponds
- Flowing streams
- Natural Rock Waterfalls
- Gunite Caves
- Gunite Waterfalls
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Popular Course Sizes
18-Hole Course
A standard 18-hole course typically requires 15,000 to 22,000 square feet of playing area. Harris-designed courses focus not only on size but also on quality, ensuring that every hole is both challenging and enjoyable. This balance encourages repeat visits and attracts new players through word-of-mouth.
In addition, 18-hole courses are ideal for families, tourists, and group outings, offering a complete playing experience that feels immersive without being overwhelming. By combining strategic design with creative features, Harris ensures that each 18-hole layout provides long-term entertainment value, keeps players engaged, and delivers a strong return on investment for course owners.
36-Hole Courses
Another popular option is the dual 18-hole courses, which accommodates larger crowds and offers greater variety for players. This setup is particularly beneficial for handling peak times and increasing overall business profitability. In addition, dual courses create opportunities for hosting tournaments, parties, and group outings, helping businesses maintain steady traffic and consistent revenue throughout the week.
With two courses available, operators can rotate play to keep layouts fresh, reduce wear on the greens, and provide return visitors with a different experience each time, increasing customer loyalty and enhancing long-term business growth.
Compact Courses
For venues with space constraints, Harris also offers compact courses. Even in a limited area of about 9,000 square feet, Harris can design a miniature golf course that doesn’t compromise the fun and challenge of the game. This flexibility makes compact courses an excellent choice for indoor facilities, rooftop entertainment spaces, or smaller outdoor venues.
Compact courses are also ideal for businesses looking to add a unique attraction without requiring major land investment. Despite their smaller footprint, these layouts can be customized with creative features, water elements, and themed obstacles, ensuring an engaging experience that keeps players coming back.
Ready to build a course that’s fun, challenging, and profitable? Contact Harris today.