Our trip to Pennsylvania, previously highlighted by the Pink Putter, brought us back once more, this time for a cherished friend Mirah’s wedding. Mirah, a remarkable musician and a close friend from my record label for over a decade, celebrated her beautiful wedding weekend filled with camping, swimming, delicious food, and great company. Following the joyous occasion, our journey led us towards Lehigh Valley, the Pink Putter’s familiar territory. En route, we discovered a family-operated fun park boasting two miniature golf courses: Lahey Family Fun Park.
Welcome to Lahey Family Fun Park in Pennsylvania
The name itself sparked my interest, reminiscent of a character from the Canadian comedy series Trailer Park Boys. However, the course, Lahey Family Fun Park, wasn’t themed around the show’s iconic, often inebriated trailer park supervisor. Upon arrival, we assessed both courses and decided to tackle the Mountain Streams course, known for its more challenging layout.
The Pink Putter ready to play mini golf at Lahey Family Fun Park
Rating: Par – Mountain Streams Course Review
The Mountain Streams course at Lahey Family Fun Park holds the potential for a “Birdie” rating, signifying an above-average experience. Unfortunately, maintenance issues held it back from achieving this higher mark. While the course isn’t overly kitschy, its design cleverly utilizes a sloping landscape and incorporates a substantial water feature. The layout is thoughtfully designed to present a good level of challenge. However, the noticeable maintenance neglect impacted our overall enjoyment. While we are not professional mini-golfers, stray balls are occasional, but rarely do they get lost. Surprisingly, by the end of our round at Lahey Family Fun Park, we had lost three balls. Further evidence of the course’s condition can be observed in the photos throughout this review.
Rating for Mountain Streams Mini Golf course at Lahey Family Fun Park
We opted to play the Mountain Streams course, anticipating a greater challenge compared to the Falls Course at Lahey Family Fun Park.
Choosing the Mountain Streams course at Lahey Family Fun Park for a challenging mini golf experience
The initial hole presented a promising start, appearing well-maintained and inviting at Lahey Family Fun Park.
Starting hole of the Mountain Streams mini golf course at Lahey Family Fun Park
However, closer inspection revealed that the greens and putting carpets were showing signs of wear and tear, detracting from the pristine feel one hopes for in a family fun park. Lahey Family Fun Park could benefit from some course refurbishment.
Signs of wear on the putting greens at Lahey Family Fun Park's Mountain Streams course
Further along the course at Lahey Family Fun Park, we encountered more evidence of deterioration. In this instance, the very foundation of a hole was visibly crumbling, indicating a need for structural repairs.
Course foundation deterioration at Lahey Family Fun Park mini golf
One particular hole proved exceptionally frustrating, as captured in the video footage. The design, while intended to be challenging, bordered on unfair due to the course’s condition at Lahey Family Fun Park.
Challenging hole on the Mountain Streams mini golf course at Lahey Family Fun Park
Despite the challenges, a ball was recovered, though it wasn’t the original pink ball, highlighting the shared struggles with the course at Lahey Family Fun Park.
Lost and found golf ball during mini golf game at Lahey Family Fun Park
Even with the gameplay frustrations, the Mountain Streams course at Lahey Family Fun Park offered a pleasant ambiance and scenic views, leveraging the natural Pennsylvania landscape.
Scenic views and ambiance at Lahey Family Fun Park's Mountain Streams course
The layout, while simple, effectively utilized the natural slope of the terrain, creating inherently challenging and interesting holes at Lahey Family Fun Park.
Challenging mini golf layout utilizing natural terrain at Lahey Family Fun Park
The Pink Putter humorously points to where my ball veered off course, a common occurrence given the course’s demanding nature at Lahey Family Fun Park.
The Pink Putter tracking a golf ball out of bounds at Lahey Family Fun Park
A well-placed sign and a charming waterfall feature added to the visual appeal of Lahey Family Fun Park.
Waterfall feature and course signage at Lahey Family Fun Park mini golf
Beyond mini golf, Lahey Family Fun Park also offers other attractions. Here’s the Pink Putter with her prize from the skill crane, situated near the “soft play” area.
Pink Putter with arcade prize at Lahey Family Fun Park soft play area
A roadside sign clearly marks the entrance to Lahey Family Fun Park, making it easy to locate.
Roadside sign for Lahey Family Fun Park in Pennsylvania
For more information, you can visit the Lahey Family Fun Park Website.
We also found this video showcasing a competition hosted by Harris Miniature Golf Companies, which may give further insight into mini golf course design and potential.
Pros:
- Large water feature/river integrated throughout both courses at Lahey Family Fun Park.
- Challenging and well-designed play, effectively using the sloped terrain.
- Wide variety of hole layouts, offering diverse gameplay experiences.
Cons:
- Splinters were encountered from the metal flag poles – caution advised.
- Parts of the Mountain Streams course are exhibiting significant deterioration.
Nerdy Notes:
- Mountain Streams Course (More Challenging): 18 Holes, Par 51
- Falls Course (Easier): 18 Holes, Par 45
- Price: Adults $7.50 (18 holes) $11.25 (36 holes) • Children (11 and under) $6 (18 holes) $9 (36 holes)
- Package deals and special Haunted Mini Golf events are available in the Fall at Lahey Family Fun Park.
- Flags are placed in the holes; handle with care due to potential metal slivers.
- Practice green available for warm-up.
- Rubber-covered putters are provided.
- Additional amenities include batting cages, go-karts, bumper boats, an arcade, and a “soft play” area, making Lahey Family Fun Park a comprehensive family entertainment destination.
