Hi-Knoll Driving Range & Minigolf — Attraction in Surrey

Title: A Mini Golf Nightmare: More Signs Than Holes!

Rating: ⭐ (1/5)

Oh boy, where do I even start with this miniature disaster? I recently had the misfortune of visiting Hi-knoll, and let me tell you, it was a surreal experience. If you're looking for a good time, this is definitely not the place to be.

Upon arrival, I was greeted by a forest of signs that would put a roadwork zone to shame. There were signs telling me not to touch the signs, signs about signs, signs instructing me not to read the signs, and signs warning me about other signs. I couldn't decide if I was at a mini golf course or in a mind-boggling labyrinth of absurdity.

The course terrain was an absolute nightmare. It felt like they designed it with a blindfold on and a "let's see what happens" attitude. The fairways were more like lumpy, bumpy, gimpy obstacle courses. It was like playing golf on the surface of the moon, except with more potholes. It's safe to say my ball had a more adventurous journey than Indiana Jones.

And let's not forget about the water hazards—specifically, the tadpole-infested ones. I expected to see a charming water feature with cute little creatures, but instead, it was a tadpole haven. These tadpoles were more bored than I was. The "tadpole experience" scored a measly 2/10 on my "amphibian fun-o-meter." Not exactly a riveting sight.

Speaking of sights, who in their right mind thought it was a good idea to cover the entire course in an excessive amount of flowers? I felt like I was playing golf in a botanical garden, desperately trying not to trample any innocent daisies. Maybe they were trying to distract us from the abysmal course conditions with an overload of floral grandeur. Well, it didn't work.

Now, let's address the gnome situation—or should I say, lack thereof? Mini golf is incomplete without its gnome companions. I expected to find whimsical gnomes scattered throughout the course, ready to add a touch of mischievous charm. Alas, not a single gnome in sight. It was a gnome-free zone, which left me feeling gnome-sick. Truly disappointing.

And let's not forget the par numbers. Whoever was in charge of assigning par numbers must have a warped sense of reality. Every single hole was labeled as par 2, no matter how treacherous or convoluted. It was as if they were mocking my golfing skills and saying, "Hey, even a parrot with one wing could ace this!" A terrible choice that resulted in a complete lack of challenge.

If you're planning to visit this place with hopes of satisfying your taste buds, prepare to be disappointed. No food is served on the premises, unless you count the occasional wayward bird that mistakes your hot dog for its next meal. Starving golfers, beware!

In conclusion, Hi-knoll is an absolute train wreck of a mini golf course. With its ridiculous abundance of signs, lumpy bumpy gimpy terrain, lackluster tadpole rating, excessive flowers, gnome shortage, questionable par numbers, and nonexistent food options, it's safe to say that this place is more of a comedy sketch than a recreational establishment. Save your money and go elsewhere, unless you enjoy absurdity at its finest.

And remember, when life hands you lemons, don't make lemonade—find a better mini golf...

Since I moved from Vancouver, I've needed to find another place to practice my golf swing. I used to go to Savage Creek in Richmond, but now I live in South Surrey, White Rock district. I was driving along 192 st in Surrey and noticed a field full of golf balls. I realized it was a golf driving range. It was in an obscure area. Unless you notice the field of balls, you wouldn't know it was there. It has a bit of a winding driveway, which opens up to a big parking lot. It has a small single story clubhouse, which is very small. Nothing fancy. Inside you pay for your balls and you have to buy your own white tees if you want to hit your driver. Remember to pick it up after you finish. You can rent clubs there too. The mats are great. Usually, other driving ranges have the carpet mats, but Hi-Knoll has the fake turf grass mats which are really nice to hit off. There is an area way to the left if you want to hit off of real grass. The driving range gets really busy, and has a range of 300 yards. I found out Hi-Knoll offers regripping for your clubs if you bring your own grips. They're cheaper than Golftown by $2 a club and did the regripping in one day. At the far end of the parking lot, there's a 18 hole putting course for kids and adults...

I would love to give 5 stars as we always have fun here. But I'm slightly disappointed in a few things. Accesibilty- the course is beautifully laid out but not very accessible for all, lots of little hills not noticeable with the turf and I fell today and really hurt my knee. No staff there or people around if I needed help, so that was a little upsetting. Also in regards to Accesibilty- as my above example shows, anyone can fall. A person with a physical or cognitive disability may be even more susceptible to falling and injuring themselves here. I think the company should accept the Access2 card so that people with different abilities can come and safely enjoy with their attendant/caregiver along with them. The lovely young man at the front asked his boss if they accept it but the boss simply said no. I hope they will consider this as its a great facility and I would love them to prioritize inclusivity for all.

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