How Scooby-Doo Mystery Putt Brings the Iconic Cartoon to Life in Pigeon Forge

Scooby-Doo! Mystery Putt at the Mountain Mile is the world's only Scooby-Doo-themed mini golf experience — 18 holes through Coolsville Cemetery, with a second 18-hole Coolsville Mine course on the way. Here's what to expect before you grab your putter.

The Courses

2545 Teaster Lane, Mountain Mile, Pigeon Forge | scoobydooputt.com | (865) 370-2900 | Open daily 10 AM–10 PM (11 PM Fri–Sat) | Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences × CinePutt

Scooby-Doo! Mystery Putt is built around the fictional hometown of Mystery Inc. — Coolsville — with each course drawing from different corners of the show's universe. The Coolsville Cemetery course is the currently operating 18-hole adventure: spooky graveyard terrain, haunted mansion holes, classic Scooby-Doo villains lurking at every turn, and the show's signature blend of "scary" and immediately-defused-by-Scooby fun. Each of the 18 holes has its own mystery to solve and a new themed set piece to navigate through.

The Coolsville Mine course — 18 holes following the gang to chase down the Miner Forty-Niner — is the upcoming second course. When both are operating, the full 36-hole experience will cover two complete Scooby-Doo story worlds. Check scoobydooputt.com for the current status of the Mine course before your visit.

The Theming

The course was designed by Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences alongside CinePutt, and the licensed IP detail shows throughout. Life-sized Scooby-Doo character figures are positioned across the course for photo opportunities — including the Mystery Machine itself, the most-photographed spot at the attraction. Interactive audio from Scooby and Shaggy accompanies the putts. The course's familiar Scooby-Doo villains, props, and set pieces are specific enough to be genuinely recognizable for fans of the show rather than generic "spooky" decoration.

One detail worth knowing: the experience is distinctly different between daytime and evening visits. During the day the course is colorful, vivid, and highly photogenic. After dark it transforms into a glowing LED experience — the purple putting surfaces and show-themed props lit in a way that's closer to a haunted blacklight environment. Evening visits for the Cemetery course in particular are the pick for anyone who wants the full atmospheric effect.

Treats, Gems, and Merchandise

The Clubhouse serves snacks and drinks alongside the Scooby-Doo merchandise shop — Scooby Snacks, soft pretzels, nachos, churros, and themed apparel and gifts. The Coolsville Gem Mine is a panning experience where guests can sift through material to find and keep real gems and semi-precious stones — a popular add-on for kids who want a tangible souvenir beyond the gift shop. The combination of golf, gem mining, food, and shopping gives the visit natural dwell time beyond the 18-hole round.

Location and Practical Details

Scooby-Doo! Mystery Putt sits at 2545 Teaster Lane at the Mountain Mile — the same complex as Guy Fieri's Downtown Flavortown, making it a natural pairing for a full Mountain Mile evening. The Mountain Mile also includes boutique shopping and Junction 35 Spirits nearby. Parking is in the shared Mountain Mile outlet mall lot. The attraction is wheelchair accessible throughout.

For a Pigeon Forge cabin guest, the Mountain Mile is 10–20 minutes from most cabin locations — an easy add-on to a Dollywood day or a standalone evening plan for a group looking for something different from the main Parkway strip. Book tickets and check the current operating schedule at scoobydooputt.com before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Scooby-Doo Mystery Putt good for young children?

Yes — the course is designed for "meddling kids of all ages" and the spooky theming is Scooby-Doo-caliber rather than genuinely frightening. The show's humor and the attraction's playful design keep it accessible for young children. The first several holes are stroller-friendly. The gem mining at Coolsville Gem Mine is particularly popular with younger guests.

Is it better to visit during the day or at night?

Both work, but evening visits deliver the full LED and blacklight effect — the course transforms after dark into a glowing experience that's more atmospherically immersive than the daytime version. If the kids can stay up, an evening round at Coolsville Cemetery is the stronger recommendation. Daytime is more photogenic for the colorful details.

How many holes are currently open?

The Coolsville Cemetery course (18 holes) is open. The Coolsville Mine course (18 holes) is a second course coming soon — check scoobydooputt.com for current status and opening dates before your visit.

Where exactly is Scooby-Doo Mystery Putt?

2545 Teaster Lane at the Mountain Mile in Pigeon Forge — the same complex as Downtown Flavortown. Open daily 10 AM–10 PM (11 PM Friday and Saturday). Call (865) 370-2900 or visit scoobydooputt.com for tickets and current hours.