If you thought golf was all about stuffy clubs and quiet afternoons, the Single Springs Band of Miwok Indians is about to change that perception! They’re planning a family-focused golf course along Highway 50 in El Dorado County, and it’s far from your average putting green. Imagine this: a 9-hole, par three course sprinkled with an 18-hole miniature golf section, all with a cozy halfway house serving up drinks and snacks. Sounds like a recipe for fun, doesn’t it?
Chairwoman Regina Cuellar is leading the charge, aiming to create a lively entertainment venue where everyone from little tykes brandishing plastic clubs to die-hard golfers can find their groove. This isn’t just about making par; it’s about making memories, too! They’ll also have a two-story driving range and three exclusive holes to keep the excitement going. It seems like a perfect setting for family outings and friendly competitions.
But here’s the catch—these sunny plans are still waiting to clear the design and permitting hurdles before anyone can break ground. If all goes to plan, we could see construction kick off in spring 2026 and the new course open its doors by summer 2027. Will the dream of a golf course that’s not just for pros turn into reality? What do you think—are family-friendly golf courses the future of the sport?
Expect this course to be a hole-in-one destination as we swing into a new era of golf. It’s time to trade in those blazer jackets for some family fun on the fairway!
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