I hadn't played miniature golf on City Island in YEARS, so when a beautiful May evening rolled…read morearound with almost-summer sunshine, it felt like the perfect excuse to revisit Water Golf for a little friendly competition. The first thing I noticed when we walked up? This place was BUSY! For a Tuesday evening, I was honestly surprised by how many people were there. Families, couples, groups of friends...my adventure buddy and I clearly weren't the only ones who thought mini golf sounded like the perfect way to spend the evening. The course was full, but everyone was in good spirits and we didn't mind waiting our turn. Admission was $11 per adult, which felt like a fair price for such a well-maintained 18-hole course. We grabbed our putters and brightly colored golf balls and headed out to see if either of us still had any mini golf skills left. One thing that immediately stood out was how beautiful the course looked. Water Golf has been recognized as VisitPA.com's Best Mini-Golf Course, and it's easy to see why. The landscaping was gorgeous. Fresh mulch, blooming flowers, well-maintained greens, waterfalls, bridges, and plenty of water features made the entire course feel inviting and scenic. It doesn't feel like someone simply dropped 18 holes onto a piece of land. It feels thoughtfully designed to take advantage of City Island and the beautiful views of the Susquehanna River. The staff also deserve some recognition. While we were playing, one employee was walking the course with a leaf blower, clearing leaves that were actively falling from the trees. That's the kind of attention to detail you don't see everywhere, and I really appreciated the effort to keep the course looking its best throughout the evening. The holes themselves were a lot of fun, with enough slopes, water hazards, and tricky shots to keep things interesting without becoming frustrating. There's even a scenic overlook near the 13th hole with swings and a beautiful spot to take a break or snap a few photos before continuing your round. And, perhaps most importantly...I left with the title of MINI GOLF CHAMPION! I feel this is a very important detail and should absolutely be included in the historical record. Whether that title survives the inevitable rematch, however, remains to be seen. Water Golf made for a fantastic date night. Beautiful setting, well-maintained course, friendly staff, reasonable prices, and just enough friendly competition to make the evening memorable. I'll absolutely be back this summer to defend my championship title!

If you're looking for an inexpensive, fun family or friends activity, try the Water Golf on City…read moreIsland. A miniature golf course with eighteen holes overlooking the scenic Susquehanna River. It takes about an hour to play the 18 holes. It's not as easy as it looks; skill is required to get the golf ball in the holes. There's even a little stand to get a bite to eat or ice cream and slushies.