Staff is very helpful and friendly. Driving range is great and they keep the course in good shape…read more Different tees allow for players of all levels. Links style penalty areas are tough hit out of and the greens are quite nuanced with some subtle ridges that make them a challenge to read. The one complaint I have is that the sand traps need to have more sand and a higher quality of sand. It is more like fine gravel than sand and they traps do not drain well after a rain.

Fun corse in the middle of Ames. Always busy, shape of corse is good rate of play is tough. I love…read morethere driving range and there practice green has a nice sand trap to practice out of... I spend a lot of time playing in the sand. But it's a fun link corse to bring +1 not a corse for large groups meaning +4 or more. Take your time and enjoy cold water it is in the middle of Ames which you'd never guess. Great scenery. I play 3/4 times a year last 4/5 years.

Don Williams is personally my favorite golf course I've ever played. It's a bit pricey but if y'all…read morecome now when I post this, it's free! So come on down and a super cool nice fun time!

Hidden gem, corse might not be in the best shape but is always a treat to play. Lots of fun long…read moreholes and over the water par 3's. Definitely a local place and customer service is wonderful, and the monster cookies are the best lol. Cheap play on they use to do cheaper play on Wednesday from 12 or 1 to close they still might. Usually miss that day but still golf here 5/8 times a year the last 4/5 years will be back. Great place to bring new golfers or a slightly larger golfing group. If you like laid back relaxing golf come here!!!

Best corse in Ames love the driving range lots of balls for a great price. I tip my hat to the…read moregrounds crew this place has only gotten better throughout the years. I love being my friends and family here to golf and spend the afternoon. Corse plays true, fun par 3s and long par 5's, I would say this is one of the best public courses in the area. If you love golf, golf here!!!

Golf course in terrible condition. No staff to take care of the course. Pretty sure the…read moresuperintendent is just a con artist with no actual knowledge on how to care for the course. Sad that the course is in this bad of condition. It used to be a fun course to play.

Wack lanes are always full when there are some open. Would not recommend. Serves is slow.read more

Tiger bowl will make u feel welcome! Amazing service and Great food, family friendly atmosphere,…read moreand bowling!!

This is such a lovely place to be! It's peaceful and clean. Also great for fishing. Definitely a…read moregreat place to clear your head and enjoy nature. The paved walkway is a huge plus and the map in the parking lot is quite helpful. It's very well maintained too. There are a lot of fun information boards along the path to read about the wildlife in the park as well. Ada Hayden is great for solo trips, or to bring your family and explore. All around, it's very accommodating to anyone who wants a little fresh air :)

This gem, located on the north end of Ames on Highway 69, is a sensational 137-acre mingling of…read morewildlife, water, picnics, family fun, fishing, running, walking, cycling, and birding that debuted over 20 years ago. It's named after Ada Hayden, an Ames native who graduated from Ames High and was a celebrated botanist and wildlife connoisseur who was the first woman to receive a Ph.D. from nearby Iowa State College (now Iowa State University). A City of Ames venue, with assistance from Iowa's Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Ada Hayden Heritage Park is an oasis at the top end of a growing college town. It is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy nature. Plenty of parking with lots on the north and south ends of the park, and the venue is handicap accessible. There is a walking path that cyclists also use, and it ranges from 1.2 to 3.2 miles in length. Dogs must be leashed. There is a beautiful bridge in the center of the large lake, and there were at least five bird species that day. According to a local, the lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Striped Bass by the Iowa DNR, and fishing is allowed, but not on the bridge. Boats without gas motors are allowed. There are many spots to sit and relax, with numerous picnic tables and a covered area available. Beer and liquor are prohibited. It is gorgeous and a wonderful tribute to an elite Ames contributor who was also a pioneer in her field. I'm looking forward to visiting again!

Furman Aquatic Center is possibly one of my favorite places, ever. Considering the rules of other…read moreplaces I've been to in the past, they are pretty relaxed and kind. Lifeguards are there to ensure everyone is safe and has an enjoyable time. I'd rather a lifeguard be overly cautious with a child not swimming the best in the deep end, than that some terrible accident happen. The facilities are beautiful, and they have a lot of amenities like food concessions, locker rooms, changing rooms, and full showers. While they don't let you bring food in the facilities, you're allowed a bottle of water. Pros: An amazing place for taking swimming lessons or for exercising with water walking or doing lap swim. There are lawn chairs, and a picnic table area. The place is the most relaxing place ever. Relax, enjoy, cool off, and make new friends. I love it. Like any place, there's a lot of good, and some little bad -- but it's mostly not the place's fault. Cons: People can sometimes get territorial over their preferred spot in the pool during the 11-1pm exercise time. Sometimes, people sneak in to just open-swim and not exercise, getting in the way of others who are, so perhaps a little more screening during the 11-1 timeslot would be best so people know they can't just goof around when others are there to exercise. There can be unruly teenagers sometimes that might ruin the lazy river experience if what you want is to relax, etc. Little things like that. On super, super hot days, the place might be way too full. But come back on a cloudy, hot day, and you'll find the place pretty decent. I really have no serious complaints about it other than I wish we had no winters and could enjoy it year round. heh I have high praise for all staff. I learned to swim with them this summer, and I will never forget the experience. I am eternally thankful and grateful.

Excellent facility with a wide range of activities for all ages. Cost is reasonable just wish the…read moreweather would be more cooperative.

Great environment for adults and children. Best show in town. Good customer service. We love…read morebowling here during holidays.

The owners are the BEST, very friendly and make you feel so welcome.. the menu looks so good, we…read morehave the Monday Night Special Pizza is was delicious‼ Highly recommend you visit, they always have fun things going on

Great place to go. I come here for hockey a lot and sometimes for stating. Its a great place to…read morelearn and practice

This is a relatively small ice arena with one sheet of ice. The rink is managed by the university,…read moreand is in really nice condition. They have plenty of locker rooms and the ice is beautiful to skate on. If you are here to watch a hockey game, there is plenty of seating and it is basically all bleachers. They have a small snack bar and clean restrooms. If you are here for skating, they have skate rental, learn to skate programs, open skate, drop-in hockey, youth hockey and of course the ISU club team. Parking can get crowded, and it can be chilly inside, so plan accordingly. They do take credit and debit cards, and you can find their schedule here: https://www.cityofames.org/home/showdocument?id=50982