This gorgeous mountain state is known for striking landscapes as well as fantastic skiing in the winter. But during warmer months it is also a wonderful place to play golf in a high elevation setting with spectacular views. So when you are ready to take a break from sightseeing and hiking, there are plenty of breathtaking golf courses to choose from. Here are our top five picks for golfing in the Beehive State.
Located in the Wasatch Mountain State park, built on the mountainside above Midway you will find two championship golf courses at Soldier Hollow. The Gold Course offers significant elevation changes and stunning views of Heber Valley as well as natural vegetation along the course. The Silver Course is the more tame of the two courses with a parkland style design. Though flatter in elevation than the Gold, Silver still offers stunning views of Mount Timpanogos.
1370 West Soldier Hollow Lane
Midway, UT 84049
(435) 654-7442
Green Fees: $40 - $50
Referred to as one of Utah's best kept secrets, The Hideout is located in the heart of San Juan county. The location offers a wide range of scenery all year long as well as perfect weather during the golf season. You'll play through several different elevations and each hole will challenge you. Along the way, you might even see a deer or two!
648 South Hideout Way
Monticello, UT 84535
(435) 226-1292
Green Fees: $14 - $27
Located in southwestern Utah, this Keith Foster design allows you to enjoy a game of golf at the doorway to some of the world's most beautiful natural wonders. The course provides breathtaking views of Bryce Canyon's snow-capped pink spires in the winter and Zion National Park's springtime bloom. The course is carved through red rock and desert providing visual contrast with the greens and fairways. Each hole will challenge golfers of all skill levels.
1925 N. Canyon Greens Drive
Washington, UT 84780
(435) 688-1700
Green Fees: $30 - $110
This gorgeous course is a great way to enjoy the beauty of the surrounding landscapes while getting in a fun round of golf. The course at Moab Golf Club is considered the embodiment of Utah Golf, featuring striking landscapes with subtle elevation changes.
2705 S. East Bench Road
Moab, UT 84532-3540
(435) 259-6488
Green Fees: $50
Sand Hollow Resort, located in southern Utah, has ample opportunities for outdoor recreation. But when you are ready to play a relaxing round of golf, they offer two 18-hole courses to choose from. The Championship Course curves through aggressive landscapes including ancient red rock outcroppings while the Links Course brings a bit of traditional British Isles golf to the desert. Each course blends well with its surrounding and offers spectacular views of the landscape.
5662 W. Clubhouse Dr.
Hurricane, UT 84737
(435) 656-4653
Green Fees: $50 - $125
