Salinas City Map Minigolf

SALINAS
CITY MAP MINIGOLF

Salinas - 9 stops - par 28

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.

HOW IT WORKS

Pick a city

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

Putt to the pin

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

Sightsee between strokes

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

THE SALINAS ROUND - STOP BY STOP

HOLE 1 - PAR 2

National Steinbeck Center

If you head to One Main Street in Salinas, you will find the National Steinbeck Center. This museum is a memorial dedicated to the author John Steinbeck, who grew up in Salinas. It is located at the California State University, Monterey Bay at Salinas City Center building. I find it a great spot to get your bearings in the city. The center operates as a nonprofit organization and was founded in 1998. Whether you are a fan of his writing or just visiting the area, it provides a focused look at a man deeply tied to this specific patch of California soil. It is a useful stop for anyone wanting to understand the local roots of one of the most famous writers in the country.

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HOLE 2 - PAR 3

Steinbeck House & Restaurant

You might think this is just a local eatery, but it is actually the Steinbeck House & Restaurant. This site is the birthplace and family home of author John Steinbeck, who lived from 1902 to 1968. If you enjoy architecture, you can pick out the Queen Anne style used for the house. It is a National Register of Historic Places listed place located right here in Salinas, California. I've noticed that the mix of a historic residence and a working restaurant makes for a unique stop on your walk. Whether you are here for the literary history or a meal, the building provides a tangible link to one of the most famous writers in American history.

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HOLE 3 - PAR 3

ARIEL Theatrical, Inc.

HOLE 4 - PAR 3

First Baptist Church

HOLE 5 - PAR 3

Lincoln Avenue Presbyterian Church

HOLE 6 - PAR 3

TheFoxTheaterSalinas

Let me show you the Fox Theater Salinas. This local spot is a movie theater. It is a place where you can sit back and watch a film on the big screen. I have seen many people enjoy the shows here while I fly overhead.

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HOLE 7 - PAR 3

Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church

HOLE 8 - PAR 4

Salinas Confucius Church

HOLE 9 - PAR 4

Calvary Evangelistic Church

STOP 10

Salinas Recreation Center

Let me show you the Salinas Recreation Center. This location is a park that offers a dedicated area for outdoor activity and leisure. It is a useful spot for anyone visiting the area who needs a break from the pavement or wants to see how the locals spend their free time. While it is a simple destination, the open air is always a welcome change of pace. I sometimes see a few of my friends lounging near the grass here, though I usually prefer the higher vantage points of the city buildings.

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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 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.

18 HOLES - PAR 55

Ontario

18 stops

This is Ontario. The map is the real city and the round is played on its real streets, where attractions like the Benton Museum of Art are what the holes are built from. Skip is a local guide who knows the place, including which ledges offer the best view of the action. A full round of 18 holes covers 7.1 mi with a par of 55. It is a steady walk through the city that lets the course unfold naturally.

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.