Knolls and
Holes Return
to Connecticut
Page
(at
Odetah Campground)
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Bozrah Street Ext
Bozrah, CT 06334-1300
(800) 448-1193
Price: $5
Par: Not
listed…likely about a 43
Difficulty:
9
Creativity: 9
Atmosphere:
8 Note:
See original review for course pictures.
Knolls and Holes is a
deceptively difficult yet rewarding putting course located off the beaten track
but quite easy to get to off Route 2 in tiny Bozrah. It is the site of the USPMGA 'Odetah Fall Classic' held every October and drawing some of
the top minigolf pros from the region and
further. The course is based almost
entirely on contours with some clever water hazards and rock placements added
for that extra bit of challenge we all enjoy so much. Hole #12 is
especially difficult with a brook alongside a high, steep curvature just
begging to swallow your ball should you mis-putt. Yet, if played correctly, it can be holed in
2 strokes. I've done so. I found most of holes at this course need to
be studied and to come close to the par 42 listed for it you will probably need
some practice. The USPMGA pros who play the tournment
game here generally post high 30's...and they are the best putters around. That should tell you something.
The setting for Knolls and
Holes is certainly rustic and pleasant but the many trees that surround the
course do shed their leaves and needles in autumn and that can be a slight
annoyance when you have to clear a path to the cup every so often. However, I find the course a real challenge
and can ignore the few drawbacks that come with a putting course within a
campground setting. The parking area is
ample but unpaved. Bathroom facilities
are close by and perfectly adequate and there is not only a snack bar but a
'general store' catering to the resident campers and open to all with every
possible item you might want or need during
your visit.
Definitely worth a visit and once challenged by Knolls and Holes you may
become addicted to beating par there. Good luck!
Reviewed by Jim Sweeters
Reviewed in 2005