Discover 100+ golf courses across Utah, from championship desert layouts in St. George to mountain courses reaching 7,000+ feet elevation in the Wasatch Range.
Utah features over 100 golf courses showcasing dramatic scenery from red rock desert canyons to alpine mountain valleys. The state's elevation (4,000-7,000+ feet) causes golf balls to travel 10-15% farther than at sea level, adding a unique challenge to every round. St. George in southern Utah offers year-round golf with 13 courses, while Park City and the Wasatch Front provide spectacular mountain golf experiences.
Utah golf combines championship designs by legends like Johnny Miller, Jack Nicklaus, Tom Fazio, and Rees Jones with affordable municipal courses throughout the state. Whether seeking resort golf at Sand Hollow or budget-friendly rounds at Salt Lake City's municipal courses, Utah delivers exceptional golf in stunning natural settings.
Utah's championship courses have gained national recognition, with several ranked among America's best public courses.
📍 Ivins, near St. George
Ranked #1 golf course in Utah by Golfweek in 2024. Features wavy fairways carved from black lava rock fields. Opened in 2023 and hosted the PGA Tour's Black Desert Championship in fall 2024—the first PGA Tour event in Utah in over 60 years. This dramatic desert course offers championship golf amid volcanic landscapes.
Green Fee: Premium pricing for championship experience
📍 Hurricane, near St. George
Consistently ranked as Utah's finest public course by multiple publications. Ranked "Top 100 Resort Course" by Golfweek. Features Utah's largest greens and fairways. The signature back nine (holes 11-15) parades along towering red rock cliffs. Hole 12 requires a daring carry over a desert canyon. Three holes featured in Golf Digest's America's 100 Greatest Holes.
Green Fee: $149 | Also Features: The Links Course
📍 St. George
Won Golf Digest's "Best Transformation" award in 2022 following complete rebuild by architect David McLay Kidd. Originally designed by Johnny Miller in 1996, underwent multimillion dollar renovation. Private club where public golfers can access the course by staying at The Inn at Entrada. Features stunning desert scenery with rolling fairways and strategic elevation changes.
Access: Private club, public play via Inn at Entrada
📍 Midway (near Park City)
Built on the 2002 Winter Olympics Cross Country Skiing venue. Designed by Gene Bates, representing mountain golf at its finest, tumbling through Wasatch Mountain State Park. Championship course with challenging greens and narrower fairways. Hosted the 2012 USGA United States Public Links tournament. Features steep elevation changes and challenging terrain at 6,000 feet elevation.
Address: 1370 West Soldier Hollow Ln, Midway, UT 84049
📍 Lehi
Johnny Miller's signature championship design stretching to 7,714 yards, making it Utah's longest course. Ranked in top ten new courses in the country by Golf Digest in 1997. Named #1 public golf club in Utah by Golf Digest. Set against the Jordan River and cradles the spectacular Ashton Gardens at Thanksgiving Point. Offers exceptional views and championship challenge.
Length: 7,714 yards | Par: Championship layout
📍 Washington (St. George area)
Stunning 18-hole championship course with breathtaking desert vistas and challenging layout. The 7,200-yard, par-72 layout provides views of Bryce Canyon's snow-capped pink spires in winter and Zion National Park's green springtime bloom. Features undulating fairways, strategically placed bunkers, and pristine greens. New ownership since fall 2020 with massive investments including new bunkers, cart paths, and irrigation.
Length: 7,200 yards | Par: 72
📍 Near Park City
Ranked #3 course in Utah by Golf Digest. Named #1 private course in Utah by Golfweek. Rees Jones-designed 18-hole course spanning 7,600 yards of high country with natural 400-foot elevation change. Features 360-degree panoramic views of Jordanelle Reservoir, Woodland Valley, and Deer Valley Ski Resort from signature par-three 17th hole. Only 20 minutes from Park City.
Access: Private club | Length: 7,600 yards
📍 Park City area
Tom Fazio design offering 18 holes and 7,500+ yards of championship golf. Private facility featuring elevation changes, spectacular mountain views, and championship length. Fazio's signature design philosophy showcases the natural terrain with dramatic elevation shifts and strategic bunkering throughout the layout.
Access: Private club | Length: 7,500+ yards
St. George in southern Utah offers year-round golf with 13 courses, making it a premier winter golf destination with average January temperatures of 56°F. Every course operates 365 days per year with no snow.
Location: Ivins, near St. George
Status: PGA Tour venue
Features: Volcanic black lava rock landscape
Utah's #1 ranked course by Golfweek. First PGA Tour event location in Utah in 60+ years.
Location: Hurricane
Courses: Championship Course + Links Course
Green Fee: $149 (Championship)
Utah's largest greens and fairways. Red sand bunkers among towering red rock cliffs. Back nine holes 11-15 along dramatic bluffs.
Location: St. George
Designer: David McLay Kidd (rebuild), originally Johnny Miller
Access: Private club, public via Inn at Entrada
Golf Digest "Best Transformation" winner 2022. Multimillion dollar complete rebuild with stunning desert scenery.
Location: Washington
Length: 7,200 yards, Par 72
Views: Bryce Canyon and Zion National Park
Championship layout with breathtaking vistas. Major facility upgrades since 2020 including new bunkers, cart paths, irrigation.
Nine-hole course featured by Forbes as "Eight Immensely Enjoyable Golf Courses for the Casual Golfer." Affordable with spectacular red-rock views. Perfect for quick rounds and budget-conscious golfers.
Features three nine-hole courses with well-groomed fairways and greens. Affordable municipal pricing with quality conditions. Multiple routing options for variety.
Washington City municipal course offering affordable rates and quality conditions. Well-maintained layout in the heart of the St. George area.
Utah's mountain courses offer cooler summer temperatures and spectacular alpine scenery at elevations of 6,000-7,000+ feet. These courses feature dramatic elevation changes and longer ball flight due to altitude.
📍 Midway | Elevation: 6,000+ feet
36-hole facility designed by Gene Bates on 2002 Winter Olympics Cross Country Skiing venue. Gold Course offers championship challenge with narrow fairways and challenging greens. Silver Course features wider, shorter fairways. Both courses showcase steep elevation changes and mountain vistas through Wasatch Mountain State Park. Hosted 2012 USGA Public Links tournament.
Address: 1370 West Soldier Hollow Ln, Midway, UT 84049
📍 Midway | Elevation: 6,000 feet
Utah State Parks golf facility offering 27 holes of mountain golf. Ideal summer golfing conditions with cooler temperatures at 6,000 feet. Two 18-hole routing options provide variety. Tee times available 9-hole after 3:00 pm on Lake Course. Beautiful mountain setting in Wasatch Mountain State Park.
Season: Spring-Fall | Elevation Benefits: Cool summer temps
📍 Salt Lake City | Elevation: 6,000 feet
Two 18-hole courses (Lake and Canyon) in scenic Parleys Canyon. Part of Salt Lake City's highly-rated municipal system. Affordable at $35 for 18 holes. Located at 6,000 feet altitude offering cooler summer conditions. Rated among country's best maintained and most affordable public courses.
Green Fee: $35 | Courses: Lake & Canyon
📍 Park City | Elevation: 6,500+ feet
Par-70 course winding through 97 acres in Canyons Village. Features over 550 feet of elevation change with spectacular Wasatch and Uinta Mountain views. Designed by Gene and Casey Bates. Routing climbs nearly 600 feet from lowest to highest point. Upscale resort amenities including cart-mounted GPS and valet equipment handling. One hole features over 300 feet of elevation change.
Elevation Change: 550+ feet | Par: 70
📍 Ogden Valley
18-hole championship course that has become one of Utah's most awe-inspiring golf experiences. Located in scenic Ogden Valley with dramatic mountain views. Championship layout featuring strategic design and spectacular natural setting.
📍 Park City
Two championship courses: Painted Valley (Jack Nicklaus, 2007) measuring 8,000 yards—equivalent to 7,300 yards at altitude—and Dye Canyon (Pete Dye, 2002). Premier private community offering world-class mountain golf with exceptional design pedigree.
Courses: Nicklaus & Dye designs
The Salt Lake City metropolitan area features 32 courses within a 15-mile radius, with 29 public courses offering exceptional variety and value. SLC municipal courses are rated among the country's highest-quality, best-maintained, and most affordable public golf facilities.
Part of SLC's highly-rated municipal system. Described as some of the country's highest rated, best maintained, and most affordable public courses. Excellent conditions at budget-friendly rates.
Two 18-hole courses (Lake and Canyon) in Parleys Canyon at 6,000 feet elevation. Just $35 for 18 holes. Beautiful mountain setting with cooler summer temperatures. Outstanding value and conditions.
Full-service SLC municipal course offering quality golf at affordable rates. Part of the city's exceptional six-course municipal system.
Quality municipal course maintained to high standards. Affordable rates consistent with SLC's commitment to accessible public golf.
SLC municipal facility offering excellent conditions and value. Full-service course in convenient urban location.
Sixth of SLC's outstanding municipal courses. Quality layout with affordable rates and excellent maintenance.
Quality county course offering affordable golfing experiences. Well-maintained regulation course with full facilities.
County-operated course providing quality golf at budget-friendly rates. Part of Salt Lake County's six-course system.
County facility offering accessible golf with quality conditions and affordable pricing.
County course with scenic views and quality playing conditions at affordable rates.
Salt Lake County course offering regulation golf with quality maintenance and budget-friendly pricing.
County facility completing the six-course system with affordable rates and quality conditions.
📍 West Valley City
Johnny Miller-designed 27-hole course offering special rates for Utah residents, military, seniors, and juniors. Annual pass only $249.95 + tax. Three nine-hole courses provide variety and flexibility. Excellent value for frequent golfers.
Designer: Johnny Miller | Annual Pass: $249.95
📍 Bountiful
Popular public course north of Salt Lake City. Well-maintained layout with beautiful mountain backdrop. Excellent playing conditions at reasonable rates.
📍 North Salt Lake
Quality public course offering challenging layout with scenic views. Well-maintained facilities at affordable pricing.
📍 South Jordan
Public course in growing south valley area. Quality conditions and convenient location for south metro golfers.
Park City and the surrounding Heber Valley offer exceptional mountain golf with stunning alpine scenery, world-class resort amenities, and proximity to ski resorts. Most courses operate spring through fall with spectacular mountain backdrops.
📍 Canyons Village, Park City
Par-70 course with 550+ feet of elevation change across 97 acres. Designed by Gene and Casey Bates. Panoramic views of Wasatch and Uinta Mountains. Routing climbs nearly 600 feet with uneven lies and elevated tee boxes. Upscale resort amenities including cart-mounted GPS and valet equipment handling. One hole features 300+ feet elevation change.
Par: 70 | Elevation Change: 550+ feet
📍 Midway (near Park City)
36 holes (Gold & Silver courses) on 2002 Olympics cross-country venue. Gene Bates design representing finest mountain golf. Gold Course: championship challenge with narrow fairways. Silver Course: wider, shorter fairways. Both feature steep elevation changes. Hosted 2012 USGA Public Links. Address: 1370 W Soldier Hollow Ln, Midway, UT 84049.
Holes: 36 (Gold & Silver) | Elevation: 6,000+ feet
📍 Park City
Affordable municipal course offering quality golf in area dominated by private clubs. Classic design with mountain setting. Budget-friendly option for Park City visitors seeking quality conditions without resort pricing.
Type: Municipal | Value: Affordable rates
📍 Midway
Utah State Parks 27-hole facility at 6,000 feet elevation. Two 18-hole routing options. Cooler summer temperatures ideal for golf. Beautiful Wasatch Mountain State Park setting. 9-hole tee times available on Lake Course after 3:00 pm. Excellent mountain golf value.
Holes: 27 | Operator: Utah State Parks
📍 20 minutes from Park City
Rees Jones design spanning 7,600 yards with 400-foot natural elevation change. #1 private course in Utah (Golfweek). #3 overall in Utah (Golf Digest). Signature par-three 17th offers 360-degree views of Jordanelle Reservoir, Woodland Valley, Deer Valley. Features 4 miles Upper Provo River fly fishing and 12 miles trails.
Designer: Rees Jones | Length: 7,600 yards
📍 Park City
Two championship courses by legends. Painted Valley: Jack Nicklaus (2007), 8,000 yards (equivalent to 7,300 yards at altitude). Dye Canyon: Pete Dye (2002). Premier private community with world-class mountain golf and exceptional design pedigree.
Courses: Nicklaus & Dye | Access: Private
📍 Park City area
Tom Fazio design with 7,500+ yards of championship golf. Private facility featuring elevation changes and spectacular mountain views. Fazio's signature design showcasing natural terrain with dramatic elevation and strategic bunkering.
Designer: Tom Fazio | Length: 7,500+ yards
📍 Park City
Private Park City golf facility offering members exceptional mountain golf. Exclusive access with amenities matching Park City's luxury resort standards.
The Wasatch Front from Brigham City to Payson features dozens of courses with mountain backdrops and exceptional variety.
Mountain golf at its finest with elevations 6,000-7,000+ feet. Resort amenities and world-class designs.
Provo area offers 17 golf courses with mountain backdrops and affordable pricing.
Premier resort golf destination with year-round play and red rock scenery. All 13 courses open 365 days annually.
Utah offers exceptional value through municipal and budget-friendly courses that rival private clubs in quality and maintenance while keeping rates affordable.
Rated among country's highest quality, best maintained, and most affordable public courses:
Most can be played for under $50
Quality and affordable golfing experiences:
Most affordable St. George options with year-round play:
State parks offer quality conditions at affordable rates
Stonebridge Golf Club (West Valley City) offers exceptional value for frequent golfers:
Pays for itself after 5-6 rounds at typical public course rates
Utah's resort golf courses combine championship designs by legendary architects with stunning natural settings and world-class amenities.
📍 20 minutes from Park City
Rees Jones-designed 18-hole course spanning 7,600 yards over high country. #1 private course in Utah (Golfweek). #3 overall (Golf Digest). Natural 400-foot elevation change with bent grass greens and fairways. Signature par-three 17th offers 360-degree panoramic views of Jordanelle Reservoir, Woodland Valley, and Deer Valley Ski Resort.
Beyond Golf: 4 miles Upper Provo River fly fishing, 12 miles family-friendly trails
📍 Park City
Two championship courses by golf legends. Painted Valley (Jack Nicklaus, 2007): 8,000 yards—equivalent to 7,300 yards at altitude. Dye Canyon (Pete Dye, 2002): Signature Pete Dye challenge. Premier private community offering world-class mountain golf alongside exceptional amenities and natural beauty.
Designers: Jack Nicklaus & Pete Dye
📍 Lehi
7,714-yard Johnny Miller signature golf course—Utah's longest. Ranked in top ten new golf courses in country by Golf Digest (1997). Named #1 public golf club in Utah by Golf Digest. Set against Jordan River and cradles spectacular Ashton Gardens at Thanksgiving Point. Championship length combines with resort amenities.
Designer: Johnny Miller | Length: 7,714 yards
📍 Ivins (St. George area)
Opened 2023, immediately ranked #1 golf course in Utah (Golfweek). Hosted PGA Tour's Black Desert Championship in fall 2024—first PGA Tour event in Utah in 60+ years. Dramatic wavy fairways carved from black lava rock fields create unique volcanic landscape experience. Championship resort with exceptional facilities.
Status: PGA Tour venue | Ranking: #1 in Utah
📍 Hurricane (St. George area)
Consistently ranked Utah's finest public course by multiple publications. "Top 100 Resort Course" (Golfweek). Features Utah's largest greens and fairways. Championship Course + Links Course. Signature back nine holes 11-15 along towering red rock cliffs with dramatic desert canyon carries. Three holes in Golf Digest's America's 100 Greatest Holes.
Green Fee: $149 Championship | Setting: Sand Hollow State Park
📍 St. George
Golf Digest "Best Transformation" winner (2022) following complete rebuild by David McLay Kidd. Originally Johnny Miller design (1996). Underwent multimillion dollar renovation. Private club where public golfers access course by staying at four-star Inn at Entrada. Stunning desert scenery with rolling fairways and strategic elevation changes.
Access: Stay at Inn at Entrada | Designer: David McLay Kidd
📍 Park City area
Tom Fazio design offering 18 holes and 7,500+ yards of championship golf. Private facility featuring elevation changes and spectacular mountain views. Fazio's signature design philosophy showcases natural terrain with dramatic elevation shifts and strategic bunkering throughout layout.
Designer: Tom Fazio | Length: 7,500+ yards
📍 Ogden Valley
18-hole championship course described as one of Utah's most awe-inspiring golf experiences. Located in scenic Ogden Valley with dramatic mountain views. Championship layout featuring strategic design showcasing spectacular natural setting.
Black Desert Resort in Ivins (near St. George) is currently ranked as Utah's #1 golf course by Golfweek. Opened in 2023, this dramatic course features wavy fairways carved from black lava rock fields and hosted the PGA Tour's first event in Utah in over 60 years in fall 2024.
For public access, Sand Hollow Resort's Championship Course in Hurricane is consistently ranked as Utah's finest public course by multiple publications. It's a "Top 100 Resort Course" by Golfweek with jaw-dropping holes along red rock cliffs, including three holes featured in Golf Digest's America's 100 Greatest Holes.
Other top-ranked courses include Victory Ranch (Rees Jones design, #1 private course), Entrada at Snow Canyon (Golf Digest "Best Transformation" winner 2022), and Soldier Hollow Gold Course (2012 USGA Public Links host).
Utah's golf courses sit between 4,000-7,000+ feet elevation, causing golf balls to travel approximately 10-15% farther than at sea level. This means a typical 150-yard shot at sea level may only require a 135-140 yard club in Utah.
Why this happens: Thinner air at elevation provides less resistance to the golf ball in flight, allowing it to travel farther with the same swing speed.
Course examples: Mountain Dell, Wasatch Mountain, and Soldier Hollow all sit at 6,000+ feet. The Canyons Course in Park City features over 550 feet of elevation change from lowest to highest point. Jack Nicklaus's Painted Valley course measures 8,000 yards but plays like 7,300 yards due to altitude.
Playing strategy: Start by clubbing down one club on approach shots and adjust based on results. Factor this distance increase into course management, especially when considering hazards and green depth. Many experienced Utah golfers club down 1-2 clubs on full shots.
St. George area: Yes, absolutely. All 13 golf courses in St. George operate 365 days per year with no snow. The desert climate provides mild winters with average January temperatures of 56°F and temperatures ranging 31-60°F November through February. This makes St. George Utah's premier winter golf destination.
Salt Lake Valley: Most courses operate March through November, though some stay open year-round depending on winter weather. Mild winters may allow play in December-February.
Mountain courses: Typically open May through October due to snow. Park City, Midway, and high-elevation courses (6,000+ feet) close for winter.
Best winter golf: St. George offers lower winter rates, less crowded tee times, and perfectly pleasant 50-60°F daytime temperatures. It's described as being worth vacation time specifically for winter golf. Rates tend to be lower in winter though conditions remain excellent.
Best overall season: March-May and September-November provide ideal temperatures statewide for golf.
Utah golf offers exceptional variety in pricing, from budget-friendly municipal courses to championship resort layouts:
Budget Municipal ($15-35):
Mid-Range Public ($38-68):
Premium/Resort ($100-150+):
Annual Pass Option: Stonebridge Golf Club offers 27-hole annual pass for $249.95 + tax with Utah resident, military, senior, and junior discounts.
General pricing: Utah is known for offering spectacular golf surroundings at affordable prices. Most courses can be played for under $100, with many excellent municipal options under $50. Twilight and afternoon rates available at most courses.
St. George features some of Utah's most spectacular desert golf with red rock scenery and year-round play. Top courses include:
Championship Resort Courses:
Municipal Value Options:
St. George offers 13 total courses operating 365 days per year, with seven municipal courses providing affordable access. The area is Utah's premier year-round golf destination with winter temperatures averaging 56°F in January.
Salt Lake City Municipal Courses: Reservations start at 8:00 a.m. and can be made up to 7 days in advance from April through November. You can cancel or modify reservations up to 2 hours before tee time by logging into your Chronogolf account or calling the golf shop.
Utah State Parks Courses: Book through the Utah State Parks golf website at stateparks.utah.gov/golf/. 9-hole tee times available on Lake Course after 3:00 pm at Wasatch Mountain.
Online Booking Platforms:
Resort/Championship Courses: Call directly or book through course websites. Popular courses like Sand Hollow, Black Desert, and Soldier Hollow may require advance booking, especially during peak season (spring and fall).
Peak Season Tips: Book early for weekend times at popular courses. March-May and September-November are busiest periods. St. George winter months offer less crowded tee times with lower rates.
Best Overall: March-May and September-November. These shoulder seasons offer ideal temperatures (60-75°F) statewide, excellent course conditions, and beautiful scenery with spring blooms or fall colors.
Summer (June-August):
Winter (November-February):
Weather Considerations: Summer afternoon thunderstorms common at mountain courses—book morning tee times. Mountain courses typically open May-October. St. George operates 365 days per year.
Strategy: Visit St. George in winter for warm-weather golf. Play mountain courses in summer for escape from heat. Spring and fall offer best conditions everywhere.
Join the Utah Golf Association (UGA): The UGA is the official handicap service provider for Utah golfers.
Steps to obtain a handicap:
Resources:
The UGA also provides course rating information for all Utah courses and organizes tournaments throughout the season.
Ball Flight Distance: Golf balls travel 10-15% farther at Utah's 4,000-7,000+ foot elevations. Club down 1-2 clubs on approach shots. A 150-yard shot may only need a 135-140 yard club.
Health & Hydration:
Physical Considerations:
Weather Patterns:
Course Management: Factor increased distance into hazard planning. Greens may play firmer due to lower humidity. Wind effects are similar to sea level despite thinner air.
Yes, Park City and the surrounding Heber Valley offer several public golf options despite the area having numerous private clubs:
Public Courses in Park City Area:
Nearby Midway/Heber Valley (15-20 minutes):
Private Clubs (not public access): Victory Ranch (Rees Jones), Promontory Club (Nicklaus & Dye courses), Glenwild (Tom Fazio), and Benloch Ranch are private.
Season: Mountain courses typically open May-October. Book tee times in advance during peak summer season (June-August) when Park City resort visitors are seeking golf.
Major golf retailers with locations throughout Utah include Roger Dunn Golf Shops, Van's Golf Shops, Golfers' Warehouse, CaddyTips, and The Golf Mart. Most golf courses also feature on-site pro shops with equipment, apparel, and club fitting services.
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Last updated on November 24, 2025