Goanna Golf at Point Walter is a brilliant mini-golf destination for families, offering a fun outdoor adventure in a beautiful riverside setting. Tucked within the leafy grounds of Point Walter Golf Course in Bicton, this 18-hole Australiana-themed course feels like a mini escape, with towering trees, shady pockets and plenty of space for kids to explore between putts.
From the moment you arrive, the experience feels well organised and family friendly. Staff will size you up for a suitable club, hand over a colourful golf ball and scorecard, and send you off to the first tee. Each hole has two tee options: follow the white flags for the easier route, or head to the red flags if you’ve got older kids, teens or adults who love a bit more of a challenge. It’s a great way for mixed-age families to play together, with everyone able to choose the level that suits them best without needing a separate course.
The course itself is beautifully designed and thoughtfully laid out around the natural landscape. Rather than being squeezed into a tight space, the holes wind their way through mature trees, landscaped garden beds and gentle changes in elevation. There are plenty of benches dotted around the course so you can pause to watch everyone take their shots, and the trees offer good shade on warmer days, making it a comfortable outing for younger children and grandparents alike.
Kids will love the quirky Australiana touches and playful hazards. One of the standout holes features three different tee boxes that all feed down into the lower green in slightly different ways, including clever gumnut sculptures and extra mini holes to navigate. Another favourite is the hole where the ball travels under the stairs, winds its way through a twisty snake body and pops out of the snake’s open mouth below. There are also mini “bunkers” made from astroturf that mimic real sand traps without being too punishing, plus gentle slopes and banking that encourage kids to think about angles and speed.
A slow-flowing water feature runs through parts of the course, complete with small waterfalls and creek-style sections. It’s not only a lovely visual feature but also adds a bit of excitement when balls get a little too close to the edge. Handy nets are placed nearby so you can easily retrieve any wayward shots, and the flow is calm enough that you don’t have to worry about anything disappearing downstream. The whole course has been built with accessibility in mind, with smooth paths and astroturf making it suitable for prams and wheelchairs.
Once you’ve sunk your final putt, it’s an easy stroll back up to the clubhouse area, where you can grab refreshments from the café and tally up the scorecards. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday win, a family challenge or just enjoying a relaxed day out, it’s a lovely spot to sit and overlook the greenery while the kids relive their favourite holes. The venue also offers dedicated packages for birthday parties, school groups, corporate events and group bookings, many of which can include food and drink add-ons to keep things simple for organisers.
Bookings for Goanna Golf can be made online or by calling the course directly, and each tee time allows for groups of up to six players. Children under 12 must be accompanied to the venue by a parent or guardian, which helps keep the atmosphere safe and family focused. With its mix of gentle challenge, creative features, natural shade and convenient on-site café, Goanna Golf at Point Walter is an excellent choice for families looking for an active, outdoor activity that works just as well for younger kids as it does for tweens, teens and adults.
Goanna Golf
Address: Point Walter Golf Course, 1 Honour Ave, Bicton WA 6157
Opening hours: Check the official website for current opening hours and session availability
Website: https://www.pointwaltergolf.com.au/play-mini-golf/
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