Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf - Hot Springs AR Pirate's Cove Adventure Family Fun Golf

Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf course has won two awards since they opened in the city. In 2005 they have won the Hot Springs, Arkansas "City Beautification Award'' and were the Best in Metro-for "Miniature Golf'' in 2004. It features two eighteen hole courses. Each has different levels of difficulty to provide a challenge and entertainment to all skill levels. For those up for more, more, more there is also a 36-Hole Challenge, which is a pass for both courses.

The 18th century pirate theme is throughout the park, featured in both its dycor and props. The course includes many unique features including mountain caves, a full scale pirate ship, a foot bridge, and cascading waterfalls. They also have well manicured landscaping and grounds.

The staff has a reputation as some of the friendliest and most knowledgeable in the Hot Springs tourist industry. This is a family friendly location, and many church groups and other youth organizations choose to frequent Pirate's Cove, meaning that families with children who don't do well in crowds may want to call ahead to check for tours. Toddler level games are available too.

This is a seasonal business, open from mid-February through Thanksgiving as weather permits. Summer hours are 9am - 11pm 7 days per week; however for hours before Memorial Day and after Labor Day, you should call ahead. Prices are reasonable, with three different play packages, each also having a different level of difficulty. The Captain's Course is their beginner level, and the Blackbeard's Challenge is more intermediate. The third package is a pass to both courses and considered the most difficult, and it is known as the 36-Hole Challenge. The third package can take up to half a day to complete.

The establishment is very easy to find, as visitors need only watch for the large pirate on the sign on Central Avenue. For more information and off-season hours call (501) 525-9311.