We had noticed this cute little course several times and decided to visit. It was not busy at all and a very relaxed atmosphere. The trees looming above provide shade throughout the course and a cozy vibe that you really notice throughout the 18 holes. While some holes are pretty basic, many are quite complex and keep the game interesting. Really enjoyed the time I spent here, I would definitely come to putt putt here again. read more

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What a wonderfully fun experience to do miniature golf in such a stunning setting! All the tall, beautiful pine trees surrounding you to block out the days hot sun was perfection. 18 holes and they're all challenging and fun! I thought the greens were kept nice and tidy and found no problem as in some of the other reviews. Karen was just wonderful. Very friendly. Parking can't be challenging on a busy day, but I highly recommend this activity and miniature golf course! So much fun! read more

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We took the triplets and everyone had a great time. The property was clean, the game was fun and the employee was so friendly! It was pretty hot when we went, but there are trees everywhere. We will definitely go back!!!! read more

We came here while vacationing in Big Bear and it was such a fun and cute mini golf course! Would definitely come back if we're back in town. read more

Wonderful customer service, they make sure you have fun and are not stuck behind larger groups. They encourage you to skip holes and come back to finish the ones you skipped if there is a large party! Love it here. read more

It's kind of sad, because this place has so much potential! First off, the prices are very reasonable. The parking lot is small, but it's usually not busy there. Being outdoors, they're obviously only open when there's no snow on the ground. Their operating hours are very limited though. The worst part is the condition of the course. There were pine needles and debris EVERYWHERE, and tree roots were disrupting some holes. Again, this place could be so awesome and fun, but it feels like the ownership doesn't really care that much. read more

Great spot! I was worried about the heat but there was plenty of shade and a nice breeze. Teenagers had fun and enjoyed the different levels of difficulty. There are a variety of different colored balls to pick from and variety of putters. 18 holes with a score card featuring helpful hints on the back for each hole. I believe it was $8 for adults and $6 for kids 12 and under. Apple Maps shows as temporarily closed but they were open. Karen was so nice and helpful. I would recommend bringing some water. There was a large party ahead of us but we were encouraged to play out of order so we didn't have to wait. Will definitely be back! read more

We visited hot shot mini golf in the early afternoon, (they're open 12-5) and we loved it. It cost $6 per adult, CASH only to play a round. We are always looking for new mini golf places so we knew we had to check it out. The holes had a lot of character and were very challenging. There was plenty of free parking at the location. Unfortunately it started to rain during our game, but we decided to stick it out and we were glad we did. Several other groups stopped playing in the middle of their game, but it didn't rain that long. There are a lot of funny signs along the course and a good mix of holes with hazards that make it challenging. I even got a hole in one on the volcano hole! We'd definitely play another round if we come back to big bear and highly recommend checking it out if you're in the area. read more

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Fun and well worth the cost. We had a family outing to play a round and had loads of fun. Some of the holes are a bit worn, but we are not professionals, just a family looking for some fun! Only thing that would have made this better is if they sold ice cream bars for the kids! Would recommend as it's a real value and great fun! read more

We've passed by this golf course many times while we are visiting Big Bear. we decided to give it a go last weekend. From the outside it looks very small and like it doesn't have much going on which is probably why we would pass by it every time but to my surprise the prices were reasonable and the holes were fun. We had a great Sunday afternoon mini golfing here. I definitely would recommend for a date or just spending time with the family. read more

I called the message for Hot Shot and the woman on the recording told me that they stop taking golfers at 5 PM. Our party of nine showed up at 4:37. The young man was loading his truck and said that they were closed because there was already people on the course and it would take too long to finish. There was legitimately three people playing golf and we told him what the message said and he said sorry we're closed and then proceeded to pack up his truck and got in it-Leaving golfers on the golf course. If you're open till 5 PM and you recording says you're open to 5 PM you need to be accurate and honor your time. He also said that since we were a large group he didn't want to wait for us to finish. This company just lost out on $70 and return customers read more

Super cute golf course! Love how I was able to bring my dog! Would love to come here again

Came with my significant other (we are mid twenties) and my dog during the summer when we had a few hours to kill before heading out. Second game was discounted, and I literally ended up on the pine-needle floor howling with laughter at my incompetence at hole 3. The owner's were polite and left us to our game. A couple other folks came to play as well. I am a fan of mini golf and won't hesitate to come back. read more

OK, they don't even have a proper scorecard. I asked for one and got a blank index card. But it is a decent and relatively cheap diversion. Who will enjoy it? Kids. [X] Yes. They will like it because they have no idea how lame it really is. Hipsters [X] Yes. They will mistake the lameness is kitschy. Especially the Cosmic Golf. Too bad there is no food there for them to take and send Instagrams. Teenagers [ ] No. I think they'd rather play their Mini Golf app. Old People [ ] No. It's surrounded by trees so there are a lot of pinecones and uneven paths that can lead to a broken hip. People Who Are Confused By Intricate, Graphically-Pleasing Scorecards [X] Yes. They will absolutely love the simplicity of the index card. read more

We noticed Cosmic Golf last year when were up here for our annual weekend in Big Bear, and made sure we would do it this year. We arrived late on Friday night. I looked it up and found out it was open until 1200 am! When we arrived and there only a few other people there having a great time. Sasha and Paige were very friendly and personable. They got us prepared to play giving us several choices of putters and various selection of colorfully painted golf balls. The entire golf course was painted with florescent paint. Glowing in the black lights there beautiful patterns, shape, images and accents on permanent fixtures that highlighted their definition. We had an incredible time on the compact 18 hole miniature course. At the end of the evening when we turned in our equipment, we had a nice conversation with Sasha and Paige. They gave us a history on the course, and suggestions for other activities and places to eat in Big Bear. Since we are amateur Ghost Hunters, we inquired about any reported haunted locations. They were very helpful in that respect as well. I will be sure to recommend Hot Shot Miniature Golf (especially Cosmic Golf) to family and friends! Thanks for a great time and experience! read more

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The old miniature golf finally reopened with new owners/management. A young couple with their child and baby alongside have taken over running this cute little miniature golf course. It's the very same as before, under shady, tall pine trees, tucked into the edge of the forest but right off the main boulevard- complete with pine needles that often must be removed before any precision putting. It has all the old fashioned elements including a log cabin, the ant hill, and a castle along with cute handmade signs warning about bears playing through.. One of our must "go to places" every time we come up to Big Bear. Very happy to see it's still open and very happy to see a small local family running it. read more

Ok, let me start by saying my son and I used to love this place. Best night time entertainment in Big Bear. We come up every year for a week and would spend at least 3 to 4 nights playing here. Now, new owners who seem to be gambling on this place. I went with my son on Tuesday no one was there except for the owners and an old couple finishing up there round. I asked if they still do the cosmic golf. They told me in a defeated voice that the previous owners took the black lights. I said to myself wow that was poor negotiating buying this business. We still played a round and had fun. But as we played my son and I were bummed that we couldn't come back in the evening and have our usual fun. It is weird to come to a business and see a family of four with a newborn huddled up in a tiny Shack not big enough for two people. Let me say my first experience with the new ownership was very dry. My son wanted to go back the very next day. The owners seem surprised that we came back the following day. My son and I did not make it past the third hole when they're six seven eight year old son decided to follow us and continuously interrupted our game. I eventually had to let him know to please stop talking while we were playing. The owners, his parents were nowhere to be found. I let the young child know that we were playing and it was hard to play when he was talking all the time. Then to my amazement the father the owner and his son decided to run all over the entire course and play pretend guns. My son and I had to wait several times so that they can continue to play their game on their property. I understand that they're young couple and young business owners I hope my review opens their eyes to the problems that they are creating themselves. I fear that one of the oldest miniature golf courses in the country is probably going to end with the new owners; hopefully upgraded or sold. With some extra elbow grease and love will definitely help. https://www.amazon.com/LinkStyle-Ultraviolet-Waterproof-Blacklights-Sterilization/dp/B077XDVQ2Z/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1534575070&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=black+lights+outdoor+florescent&dpPl=1&dpID=617gmwJdY5L&ref=plSrch https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01C2NQWIQ/ref=sxbs_sxwds-stvp_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1534575128&sr=1&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=617d7599-160f-442a-a3ef-759ffecc7cda&pd_rd_wg=2cEp0&pf_rd_r=KEC6AG8JG23BPP4DA42R&pf_rd_s=mobile-sx-bottom-slot&pf_rd_t=9701&pd_rd_i=B01C2NQWIQ&pd_rd_w=4yPjA&pf_rd_i=black+lights+outdoor+florescent&pd_rd_r=79a78763-1b31-48ca-904e-b4d76c59a3e9&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65 You guys are missing out on easy money in the summer. read more

So fun! This mini-golf place is rad because it's under the shade of the beautiful pine trees! It feels like you're mini-golfing in the forest. Because of the trees, this is probably the best mini-golf experience Ie ever had. We had a lot of fun here! read more

Overall the course is cute and the employee was friendly, but this course is missing the mark. Is it "Cosmic Golf" or "Hot Shot Golf"?This is one of the first miniature golf courses in the country and has been there for 70 years. You need a creative consultant;here is a start: GO WITH THE VINTAGE/RETRO/HISTORICAL MOUNTAIN THEME. Strip it down to it's roots. From the road, we have always thought you were closed. The fences and curb appeal need some attention. It looks a bit run down. The holes are creative, but the wearing of the paint really makes the place feel run down and left in the past. Either paint it fresh the beginning of every season or sand blast the paint down to the original red/pink dyed concrete. Replace the greens or completely remove the greens, clean up the concrete underneath, and just use greens/ carpet/ rug at the start of the hole. Also, if your not going to use rubber starting mats/ tees, then at least buy the same kind for each hole for a more uniform look. The best one was the reused fake grass because it looked nice and held the ball on the slope. Rename jail house to dog house; it looks like a dog house. Use all the space you have. There is about 1/4 of your lot unused on the south side. You have plenty of electric, there are not too many trees in the area. You could add a weekend food cart or mini events (I saw the extra drive-in gate). You could create a native forest garden. You could create a extra back 9 hole course and charge more $ for 27 holes or less $ for only 9 holes. Make a more comfortable place for your employees to sit- out of the wind. Lastly, some pipes in music would be nice since the course is on BB Blvd. We loved the built up rock areas and the holes that go underground and roll out below. The history is amazing. Please know that all of these suggestions come from a place of appreciating history, small businesses, and optimistic creative growth. (: read more

Golfed during the day 1 round with wife. Returned at night to golf 2 rounds cosmic style. Fun during the day but way more fun at night. Fun course and it's 1/2 price after 1st round. This is a must do. read more

Fun little course that maintenance isn't a priority...... BUT! ... that is what makes it extremely challenging! Give it a try you won't be sorry. read more

A beautiful and relaxing place to golf. Some fun little obstacles added throughout. Kind owner---can't wait to come back for cosmic gulf.

Hot shot miniature golf in Big Bear is one of my families favorite things to do. We usually go right around dusk to get our clubs and get settled. As soon as it gets dark, the neon lights turn on and the whole course is lit up with amazing colors. That isn't even the best part, the best part is the lady that works there is seriously the reason we come every year. As soon as you get there, she gives you a brief history on the course and is always so enthusiastic about it. She was even nice enough to take a couple of pictures for my family and I. I am amazed that every year the service gets better and better and I'm glad big bear has people like her working there. read more

Hot Shot Miniature Golf - Mini Golf Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

During our trip to Big Bear Lake this weekend, my friends were yearning for miniature golf Sunday night. Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain was already closed for the evening so we drove to Hot Shot Miniature Golf instead. Having read Yelp reviews warning us of their incorrect operating hours beforehand, we expected the worst when we showed up at 7pm, and sure enough, it was closed despite Yelp listing it's open until 11pm. We arrived just in time to see another family standing outside with heartbroken children. Vowing never to see another crying kid outside Hot Shot Miniature Golf, I took a photo of their sign listing their hours and uploaded it to this Yelp page. Time will tell if their hours will change again. As for us, we ended up at FunPlex, but that's a tale for another day. read more

Hot Shot Miniature Golf - Updated business hours as seen by me on September 3, 2017. - Mini Golf Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

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Visited: August 15, 2013 This place is REALLY cool!!!!!! I had always wanted to do cosmic golf and we stumbled on this place on accident. It was $10 a person. I thought the price was perfect. It wasnt too much where we felt we got ripped off. I think it was worth it. We arrived around 9 and they closed at 11pm. We had 4 in our group. It was nice that it wasnt really busy. Usually any mini golf Ive been to weve had to wait or hurry to the next hole because of people waiting but we totally took our time here and it was so nice! There are 18 holes and they werent too creative so I think they could do so much more but theres not much to do on a thursday night out in big bear thats outdoors so it was really cool that we actually found something. The only thing that bothered us were the bugs. which isnt their fault but make sure you put on bug spray or something if you play at night. Also, the music needs updating, it gets annoying. Overall: Fun, something different and entertaining, no crowds, great price. Its cool enough that I would recommend it to people visiting big bear lake read more

This is a great spot to go mini golf. Its fun your next to nature. You are near the street but you can bearly hear the cars go by. The couple that runs the place was very nice and sweet. I would come back. Just a reminder bring cash. They only accept cash. Its worth your time and money. read more

What a great place-- affordable family fun for all ages. We made memories to last a lifetime. Even our kids, 17 and 19, had a blast.

Great place to play a quick round of miniature golf. Dog friendly, as long as the dogs stay off the carpeted area which made sense. The place is well maintained and had a lot of shade. Went here to escape some of the summer heat. Ten/ten would go back again. read more

Did black light golf with the family and had a blast. Annie was a great host and also told us the history of the place. The only downside was no lighting beside the backlights, so watch your step. read more

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This location is inaccurate, as is their open hours. Drove 20 minutes to find this place and ended up it was closed when Yelp said it was open. read more

Good for Big Bear. No bells or whistles but they keep it clean And there has yet to be a time we are in Big Bear when the kids didn't ask to come here so it is a hit with them. The price is reasonable as well. Not a bad way to spend a couple of hours in afternoon. read more

Hot Shot Miniature Golf - Son golfing his heart out. - Mini Golf Near Me - Big Bear Lake, California

Don't waste your time coming here. They are closed (ignore the hours listed online and on their yelp page).

There's never a time we come to Big Bear and the kids don't ask to come here. Fun little 18 hole miniature golf course, impeccably clean and well maintained, with the bonus of being black lit and glow-in-the-dark at night. Only word of warning is that bugs are attracted to black lights, so make sure you have your swatting technique down. Other than that, totally fun way to spend a couple afternoon or summer evening hours. read more

Place is closed at 7:50 PM when all posted hours say it is open till 11 PM. Looks like there would be plenty of unique putting greens for us to do if it was open as advertised. It is a shame as we had planned our whole day around places that advertised their summer schedules. Definitely make sure to drive by this place and verify their hours before committing to your plans for the day. read more

What a great place to get away and spend some quality family time. My kids and I live in Apple Valley and love taking a day trip up to Big Bear and stopping by HSMG. It's inexpensive and the owner is so nice. The last time my kids and I came, we were looking to get away from the 100+ heat in the desert. We ended up coming up on a day where it poured rain. The canopy helped a bit but we were die hards and finished all 18 soaking wet. So much fun. GO GO GO!!! read more

Listed as open, but I showed up at 3pm on a Saturday with excited children in tow. Place looks abandoned; debris all over the place and nobody around. Wish that Yelp would list it as CLOSED. read more

Great spot to have some fun for any ages, great price and they use venmo which is great. 18 holes of golf to just relax. Great place would recommend if you're looking for something to do up in big bear read more

The hours posted stated they were open 10am-11pm daily. I went by here Friday afternoon, there's no clear parking or any discernible entrance. It looked closed and there's no phone number to call for info. Came back the next day, Saturday in the afternoon and once again, the gates were locked and it looked like an abandoned amusement park. Super bummed read more

Came here with my family and cousins and had a blast. The whole place is black lit and a DJ is playing a modern selection of music. The holes are forgiving but challenging and fun. Would definitely come again read more

Would be nice if they either updated their FB page with current hours or had a phone number one could call. Wasted trip and disappointed family when we drove over only to find they are closed. read more