BERKELEY - 9 HOLES - FREE

BERKELEY
CITY MAP MINIGOLF

Berkeley - 9 stops - par 27

The ball rolls through Berkeley on a map of the actual city, using real streets as the fairways. Local landmarks like Children's Fairyland provide the structure for the holes. Skip knows these sidewalks by heart. This quick round of 9 holes covers 3.3 mi with a par of 27, using 8 portals to bridge the gaps.

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HOW IT WORKS

01

Pick a city

The course is drawn on the real street grid, so the map you play is the map you walk.

02

Putt to the pin

Drag to aim, release to swing. Buildings bounce and water costs you a stroke.

03

Sightsee between strokes

Every hole ends at an attraction. Sink the putt, read the story, walk to the next tee.

THE BERKELEY ROUND - STOP BY STOP

HOLE 1 - PAR 3

African American Museum and Library at Oakland

You will find the African American Museum and Library at Oakland located on 14th Street in Downtown Oakland, California. This site is an African-American museum and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. For those visiting the interior, it serves as a non-circulating library in the Oakland Public Library system. Walter Danforth Bliss is the architect of the building. It is a place where history and literature meet in a single space. I have spent a fair amount of time watching the crowds move past this building from the air, and it always seems to be a focal point for people exploring the heart of the city. Whether you are interested in the architecture or the archives, there is a lot to see here.

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HOLE 2 - PAR 4

Saint Francis De Sales Cathedral

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Oakland is associated with this site. Saint Francis De Sales Cathedral is a cathedral that was started in 1893. Visitors can notice that the building was constructed in the Gothic Revival style. This architectural choice defines the look of the structure. For several decades, the building held a central place in the local religious community. Specifically, it served as the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Oakland from 1962. This period of service lasted until the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, which caused damage to the cathedral. The site remains a significant point of interest for those observing the history and architecture of the region.

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HOLE 6 - PAR 3

The Cathedral of Christ the Light

Located in Oakland, California, the Cathedral of Christ the Light is the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Oakland. Also known as Oakland Cathedral, this church building was designed by architect Craig W. Hartman. It is a notable example of modern architecture and holds a unique place in history as the first cathedral built entirely in the 21st century, with its inception in 2008. The structure serves as the seat of the Bishop of Oakland and stands as a replacement for the Cathedral of Saint Francis de Sales. That previous cathedral was irreparably damaged during the Loma Prieta earthquake of 1989, leading to the creation of this contemporary site.

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HOLE 7 - PAR 2

First Presbyterian Church

Located in Berkeley, the First Presbyterian Church is a church building. It had its inception in 1914. Visitors can find this site as they navigate the streets of the city. It is important to distinguish this building from the First Presbyterian Church of Oakland, which is a separate historic church. The First Presbyterian Church of Oakland is located in Oakland, California, and was founded in 1853. That particular institution is a part of the Presbyterian Church (USA). While the two share similar names and religious affiliations, they are separate entities located in different cities. The Berkeley church stands as a specific landmark within its own community, separate from the older historic church found across the city line in Oakland.

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OTHER COURSES

9 HOLES - PAR 26

Tuscaloosa

9 stops

Tuscaloosa is the setting for this round, played on the actual city streets. The map uses real attractions like Bryant-Denny Stadium to build the holes, turning the town into a course. Skip knows these sidewalks well, having spent plenty of time dodging crumbs on the way to the cup. This quick 9-hole round covers 3.2 mi with a total par of 26.

9 HOLES - PAR 28

Oceanside

9 stops

Oceanside is the setting for this round, with the ball rolling across the real streets of the city. The holes are built from actual attractions, like the Oceanside Museum of Art. Skip is a local guide who knows every curb and crumb. This quick 9-hole round covers 3.6 mi on foot with a par of 28.

9 HOLES - PAR 29

Vallejo

9 stops

The Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum is the end of this quick nine-hole round. The map is the real city and the ball rolls across its actual streets, banking off building facades. Local attractions provide the structure for each hole. Skip knows these sidewalks well, including the 3.7 mi walk and the two portals used to bridge the gaps.

9 HOLES - PAR 28

Salinas

9 stops

Salinas is the setting for this round, with the ball rolling across the actual city streets. The holes are built from real attractions, including the National Steinbeck Center. Skip knows these sidewalks well and has a few feathers in the wind. This quick round of 9 holes has a par of 28 and covers a total walk of 3.7 mi.

9 HOLES - PAR 27

Danbury

9 stops

Danbury is the setting for this round, where the map is the real city and the ball rolls along its actual streets. The holes are built from real attractions, ending at Wooster Square. Skip is a local guide who knows the pavement well. A quick 9-hole round covers 3.4 mi with a total par of 27.

FAQ

Is it free to play?

Yes. Every course runs in the browser with no account and no install.

Do I need to be in the city?

No. The full round plays from anywhere. Walking the real route is a nice way to see the city, but it is not required.

Are the maps real?

Yes. The geometry comes from OpenStreetMap data, rendered chunky on purpose. Streets, water and parks sit where they really are.