Spend two hours playing Golf Croquet on a USCA-sanctioned court at Swift Creek Croquet Club beside Lower Gresham Lake. Family-friendly, wheelchair-accessible, and ideal for groups wanting an active, social outdoor experience.
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The first mallet strike echoes across manicured grass and the lake answers with a soft slap of waves against the shoreline. At Swift Creek Croquet Club the playing field sits on the edge of Lower Gresham Lake where eagles wheel overhead and the wind pushes a clean, cool line across the court.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for nearly all fitness levels; requires light walking and standing for short periods
Wildlife
History
The club uses a USCA-sanctioned court and teaches Golf Croquet, a game with roots in 19th-century England that became a social lawn sport in North America.
Conservation
Play is low-impact, but visitors are asked to avoid chemicals on turf near the shoreline and to pack out trash to protect the lake and local wildlife.
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Arrive Early for the Lesson
Plan to arrive 10–15 minutes before start to receive a short mallet-and-swing lesson and get fitted into teams.
Wear Stable Footwear
Closed-toe shoes with a grippy sole help maintain balance on the turf and protect toes from stray mallet swings.
Sun and Bug Protection
Summer sun and lakeside insects are common—bring sunscreen and insect repellent to stay comfortable during play.
Respect Wildlife and Shoreline
Eagles frequent the area—observe from a distance and carry out all trash to minimize disturbance.
Closed-toe shoes
Provide traction on grass and protect feet during play.
summer
Sun hat and sunglasses
Reduce glare off the lake and protect eyes during afternoon matches.
summer
Light wind layer
Useful for cool lakeside breezes in spring and evening play.
spring
Insect repellent
Keeps mosquitoes and biting flies from interrupting games.
summer