Miniature Golf < Driving Range <= Par-3 Course < Real Course
Depends on what you're in the mood for. If it's just me and I'm looking to kill some time then I'd rather go to the range, be able to hit the driver and work out some kinks with clubs giving me trouble. But if I have a couple buddies and we can't play a full course (usually cause everyone sucks at golf, price, or time) I'd rather do a par-3.
Depends on what you're in the mood for. If it's just me and I'm looking to kill some time then I'd rather go to the range, be able to hit the driver and work out some kinks with clubs giving me trouble. But if I have a couple buddies and we can't play a full course (usually cause everyone sucks at golf, price, or time) I'd rather do a par-3.
i dig them for a quick outing with pals
this LA City course nearby will set you back $5.50 for a round and they let you bring on beers...it is a gem
http://www.golf.lacity.org/cdp_los_feliz.htm
this LA City course nearby will set you back $5.50 for a round and they let you bring on beers...it is a gem
http://www.golf.lacity.org/cdp_los_feliz.htm
I like Par 3 courses and also 9 hole courses. With the par 3's I can go out for a quick round and have some fun while also honing my short game. I always go out to the local 9 hole course to workout a few of the bad habits that I pick up from time to time in my game. I never know for sure if I have them worked out on the driving range. That's why I prefer the golf course.
Firefly golf course in Seekonk, Mass was a par 3(actually is par 60, not all par 3's) that use to have lights on the back side years ago but not sure if they still do. The course was built and designed by Womens golf legend Joanne Carner and her husband Don Hoenig back in 1962. I believe they still hold an annual state par 3 tournament there every year that draws the best amateur golfers in RI, Mass and CT. I think there are 12 par 3's and 6 par 4's on the course that measures about 3600 yards. Unique little course if you ever in the area...
I've been to this nice little golf course near where you live. It's a little more expensive but it's kept well.
http://www.cerritos.us/RESIDENTS/recreation/facilities/iron_wood_nine_golf_course.php
looks nice QL - will have to check it out.
another good option for a semi-quick round is scholl canyon - built on a landfill - it is 18 hole par 60 in glendale, CA
http://www.schollcanyongc.com/
another good option for a semi-quick round is scholl canyon - built on a landfill - it is 18 hole par 60 in glendale, CA
http://www.schollcanyongc.com/
personally I never play par 3 courses...haven't since i was starting out. I don't enjoy 9 holes as much either. I guess i'm too much of a competitor and I like to see what my 18 hole score is.
but I do need a LOT of work on my short game and I have a feeling par 3 practice would do wonders for my game
but I do need a LOT of work on my short game and I have a feeling par 3 practice would do wonders for my game
