DAYTON - 9 HOLES - FREE

DAYTON
CITY MAP MINIGOLF

Dayton - 9 stops - par 29

The cup at Rivers Edge Park opens the way for a quick nine-hole round through Dayton. The map follows the real city, with the ball rolling across actual streets and banking off the facades of local attractions. Skip knows these sidewalks well and will lead the way over a 3.9 mi walk, perhaps pausing for a stray crumb along the route.

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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 DAYTON ROUND - STOP BY STOP

HOLE 1 - PAR 4

Saint Mary Catholic Church

This site is not a museum or a monument to the past. It is Saint Mary Catholic Church, a Catholic church building located in an eastern neighborhood of Dayton, Ohio. The church was started in 1906 and is designed in Romanesque Revival architecture style. Because of its architectural and historical value, it is a National Register of Historic Places listed place. However, the building is much more than a landmark for visitors to admire from the sidewalk. It remains home to an active parish, maintaining its original purpose as a place of worship and community gathering for the people of the area. You can see the influence of the Romanesque Revival style in the structure's design, which has stood in this neighborhood since the early twentieth century.

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HOLE 2 - PAR 4

Burns-Jackson Park

This isn't a crowded shopping district or a busy transit hub. Instead, it is Burns-Jackson Park, a park where you can step away from the pavement. It is a place for those who want a simple outdoor setting while visiting the city. I've found that the open air here makes it a nice spot to take a breath before moving on to the next landmark. Whether you are here for the game or just passing through, it is a straightforward piece of city greenery.

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HOLE 3 - PAR 3

Cooper Park

This isn't a bustling shopping district or a crowded transit hub; it is Cooper Park. As a park, it offers a place for visitors to step away from the pavement and experience some of the city's open greenery. I've found it is a great spot to simply pause for a moment while you are out and about in Dayton. Whether you are visiting for the first time or just passing through on your way to another attraction, the park provides a simple, natural break in the urban environment. It is one of those reliable local spots that keeps the city feeling balanced.

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HOLE 4 - PAR 4

The International Peace Museum

A non-profit organization established this site to provide a physical space for reflection and education. The International Peace Museum is located on Courthouse Square in downtown Dayton, Ohio, United States. It is a peace museum that commemorates the 1995 Dayton Agreement, which ended the war in Bosnia. While many museums focus on conflict, this one focuses on the resolution of it. You can pick out the specific history of the peace process that took place right here in the city. It is described as America's only brick-and-mortar peace museum, making it a unique stop for anyone visiting the downtown area. I've noticed that the square is a great spot for people-watching while you think about the museum's mission.

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HOLE 5 - PAR 3

Dayton Art Institute

You might expect a small private collection here, but you will find the Dayton Art Institute instead. This art museum in Dayton, Ohio, functions as a nonprofit organization and an arts educational institution. It was founded in 1919 and is a National Register of Historic Places listed place. Edward Brodhead Green was the architect of the site. To give you an idea of its popularity, the institute saw 303,834 visitors in 2007. I have seen plenty of tourists stop here to admire the building before heading inside to see the art, and it is a great spot to take a break from the city noise. Whether you are here for the education or the exhibits, the building itself is a major part of the experience for anyone visiting this part of Ohio.

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HOLE 6 - PAR 2

First Lutheran Church

First Lutheran Church is a church building located in downtown Dayton, Ohio, United States. The structure is built in the Gothic Revival style, a design choice that is evident in its form and detailing. It was designed by the architect Pretzinger and was constructed in the 1900s. Because of its architectural and historical value, it is a National Register of Historic Places listed place. Visitors to the downtown area can observe the specific characteristics of the Gothic Revival style used by Pretzinger in this place of worship. The building remains a prominent part of the local streetscape, providing a clear example of early twentieth-century ecclesiastical architecture in the region. Its presence in the city center makes it an accessible point of interest for those looking to see the historic buildings of Dayton.

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HOLE 7 - PAR 3

Sacred Heart Church

The Romanesque Revival architecture style defines the exterior of Sacred Heart Church. This church building is located in downtown Dayton, Ohio, United States, and is a National Register of Historic Places listed place. It was designed by the architect Charles Insco Williams. The building has seen a period of transition within the local community over the last few decades. Sacred Heart Catholic Church closed in 1996, which left the building vacant for a time. However, it reopened in 2001 when a Vietnamese Catholic group began to use the church. This shift allowed the historic space to continue its function as a place of worship while serving a different congregation in the heart of the city.

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HOLE 8 - PAR 3

Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center

Designed by architect César Pelli, the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center is a performing arts center located in Dayton, Ohio. It is named for philanthropists Dr. Benjamin Schuster and his wife, Marian. Within this single complex, the facility functions as a theatre building, concert hall, and opera house. The center is owned and operated by Dayton Live. When you visit, you can pick out the modern lines of the building, though it is interesting to note that the center occupies the former site of Rike's department store. I've noticed that the glass and steel here make it a real standout against the rest of the street, providing a bright contrast to the surrounding city blocks. It is a great spot to see how the city has evolved over time while keeping the arts at its heart.

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HOLE 9 - PAR 3

Rivers Edge Park

Let me show you Rivers Edge Park. It is a park located right by the water, making it a great spot for anyone who wants to get outside and enjoy the view. Whether you are visiting the city for the first time or you live nearby, it is a place where you can slow down and appreciate the outdoors. I usually find the best spots to watch the current from the banks. It is a simple, open space that provides a necessary break from the busier parts of the city.

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STOP 10

McKinley Park

You will first notice the open green space as you arrive at McKinley Park. It is a park located within the city of Dayton. Whether you are visiting the area for the first time or just passing through, it is a spot to see some of the local vegetation. I often see people taking a moment to breathe here before heading back into the bustle of the streets. It is a simple, functional space for the community to gather and enjoy the outdoors.

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OTHER COURSES

9 HOLES - PAR 29

Fayetteville

9 stops

Fayetteville is the setting for this round, where the map is the real city and the ball rolls across its actual streets. The holes are built from real attractions, beginning at the Walton Arts Center. This quick 9-hole round covers 3.6 mi with a par of 29. Skip is a local guide who knows every curb and crack in the pavement.

9 HOLES - PAR 30

Lincoln

9 stops

The ball finds the cup at the Statue of Abraham Lincoln in Lincoln. The map is the real city and the round is played on its real streets, using actual attractions as the holes. This quick 9-hole round covers 4.4 mi with a par of 30. Skip is a local guide who knows these sidewalks well, even the parts where the crumbs are best.

18 HOLES - PAR 55

Duluth

18 stops

This is Duluth. The map is the real city and the round is played on its actual streets, where the ball banks off the facades of real attractions like the SS William A. Irvin to reach the cup. Skip is a local guide who knows every nook and cranny of these sidewalks. It is a full round of 18 holes with a par of 55. The total walk covers 7.1 mi, though a pigeon can take a few shortcuts across the rooftops.

9 HOLES - PAR 29

Traverse City

9 stops

Traverse City is the setting for this quick nine-hole round. The map uses the actual city layout where the ball rolls across real streets and banks off the facades of attractions like the Wise Memorial Clock Tower. Skip knows every ledge and gutter in town. The walk covers 3.8 mi on a course with a par of 29.

9 HOLES - PAR 31

Grand Rapids

9 stops

Banking a ball off the glass and stone of the Van Andel Arena feels different than the soft edges of a park. This round takes place on the real streets of Grand Rapids, where the city map is the course and local attractions are the holes. It is a quick nine-hole round covering 4.4 mi. Skip knows every sidewalk and ledge in this town.

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.