BEST GOLF COURSES NEAR PARK CITY
Once the snow melts away and golf season comes into full swing, Park City offers an ideal landscape surrounded by the hilly ski slopes that transform into bright green peaks and valleys suitable for top-notch golfing. Tee up on a water course, admire the earthy, red canyons, or surrender to the jagged Rocky Mountains — there is surely a course to tickle your fancy! Because of its elevated location in the mountains, golfers can enjoy cooler summer temperatures and watch a well-struck shot fly a few yards further through the air due to the thinner altitude. Easily accessible amenities, activities, and restaurants available in the surrounding area are a convenient part of your Park City golfing getaway experience.
OUR PARK CITY GOLF TOP PICKS
The green fairways of Soldier Hollow Golf are tucked in front of an immaculate backdrop with vistas of the majestic Wasatch Mountains. This 36-hole course designed by Gene Bates offers two courses named “Silver” and “Gold” in reference to their Olympic heritage. Amazing views of the Heber Valley make games played on the Gold course all the more enchanting, while the Silver course with wider fairways offers stunning views of Mount Timpanogos. Soldier Hollow Golf is the full package, offering: lessons and leagues to join, practicing facilities, shopping at the pro golf store, and dining at the Soldier Hollow Grill.
Park City Golf Course is a public municipal course that offers a high-quality course experience at a reasonable price. The course is friendly for beginners as well as more experienced golfers looking for a laid-back, leisurely game that still offers stunning views. The staff is warm and accommodating to ensure that your golf needs are met. If you are a Utah resident, be sure to ask about the break on green fees. Reservations can be booked seven days in advance.
Offering an affordable rate and peaceful atmosphere, Wasatch Lake Course is another municipal course available to the public. This classic, tree-lined course is particularly enjoyable during the fall season, with crisp, cool air and the tips of its trees bursting fiery strokes of color. Whether you are looking to test your own driving skills or take advantage of the lakeside beauty, each hole on this course has something to offer the avid (or casual) golfer.
Wasatch Mountain Golf Course is the sister course to the Wasatch Lake Course. Designed by William H. Neff, this course is also popular for its affordability. This scenic spot has been a favorite among Utah natives and visitors alike since 1962. At an elevation of 6,000 feet, this course has received an esteemed ranking of 4.5 out of 5. Considered one of the top 100 courses in the world, the course adds up to a par 71 for a commendable game waiting to be played.
If you are in search of a course that will truly challenge your skill on the green, dare to tee off at Canyons Golf Course, which offers some of the most impressive views of the Wasatch and Uinta mountains, featuring a 550-foot change in elevation in its rollercoaster dynamic, as reported in Golfpass. There is no easing into this round of 18 holes, as even the most avid golfer will be faced with par 3’s, 4’s and 5’s in the first four holes, with narrow fairway shots, dogleg blind spots, and a few false fronts that demand precision and accuracy. Definitely show up to play with a sense of grace and plenty of extra balls! Recover and replenish afterwards at the Red Tail Grill serving mountainside gastropub cuisine. Coming in as Utah’s number four public course, Canyons Golf Course will surely offer a game you won’t soon forget.
BENLOCH RANCH: THE IDEAL HOMEBASE FOR AVID GOLFERS
Benloch Ranch is the perfect home base for your golfing needs, providing a tranquil respite that welds the beauty of nature with a luxury lifestyle. Its mission is to create a more accessible but exclusive community of modern mountain living.
Benlock Ranch offers a win-win for those looking for a sustainable living oasis, whether as a weekend escape or a permanent home. Located about 45 minutes from the Salt Lake City airport, Benloch Ranch does not sacrifice convenience and creature comforts despite embracing eco-consciousness. Even with heavy snow, active plowing allows for an accessible commute between working in the “big city” and escaping back up into the mountains to decompress at the end of a long work day, relieved by the spectacular views. There is also the option of bringing the meeting to you at our onsite Convention Center to impress colleagues and clientele alike.
Our location is in close proximity to the aforementioned courses, in addition to plenty of other public and private courses you may be interested in checking out. Even the most avid golfers enjoy a change of pace, and life at Benloch Ranch offers access to year-round outdoor activities, including shopping, hiking trails, outdoor sports such as flyfishing and ice skating, and more! Benloch Ranch is truly a golfer’s haven.
