Oaks Miniature Golf
Gainesville, Georgia
In Gainesville, Oaks Miniature Golf is a family-friendly stop, an 18-hole woodland course shaded by tree canopy with waterfalls, ponds and streams that still plays well in a light rain. Afterward, there are rocking chairs if you want to relax while others finish a hole. This can be a quick energy burn or a longer visit, depending on moods, naps, and snack inventory.
Before you go
Best time to visit: Seasonal; closed January & February; open depending on Hall County school breaks.
Worth packing
- Sunscreen
- Water
Good to know
- Shade
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