Full swing ahead, Park City’s best public golf courses

PARK CITY, Utah — While Park City is renowned for its winter sports and outdoorsy lifestyle, its collection of scenic mountain golf courses is an often-overlooked asset. Although the Marcella Golf Course, affiliated with Tiger Woods, has received considerable attention, it is a private establishment. This article outlines notable and accessible public courses in the region suitable for summer or autumn golfing—spring availability is based on the melting snowpack. Detailed information regarding pricing, tee times and dress codes can be accessed via the provided links.

Park City Municipal: This course offers exceptional accessibility with tee times available for booking one week in advance. The course is suitable for golfers of all skill levels and features picturesque ski resort views. Practice facilities include a short driving range and a chipping and putting area. The course is adjacent to Hotel Park City and Ruth’s Chris Steak House, perfect for food and beverages after your tee time.

Canyons: This course provides scenic vistas and easy access to tee times. It’s known for challenging greens and a demanding layout, with substantial elevation changes that make walking impractical. A par 70, this course features seven par 3s. A refreshment stand is available on the course just before the eighth hole. A driving range is unavailable, but they have nets for warming up. There are lots of options here for food and beverages at the easily accessible Canyons Village.

Mountain Dell: This facility comprises two courses: the Canyon Course, noted for its increased difficulty, and the more forgiving Lake Course. Walking the back nine of the Canyon Course is physically demanding but possible. I typically recommend playing the lake unless you can keep the ball straight off the tee, or you will lose plenty of balls on the back 9 of the Canyon. A clubhouse with food, beverages, and a driving range is available.

Wasatch State Park: This park also features two courses: the Lake Course, which is easier, more forgiving, and easily walkable, and the Mountain Course, which presents greater elevation changes and difficulty, but unforgettable views. The Mountain Course is also notable for its vibrant autumn foliage. A clubhouse offering food and beverages is available.

Soldier Hollow: This venue offers two links-style courses, the Silver and Gold. The Silver Course features six par 3s, six par 4s, and six par 5s, while the Gold Course follows a more traditional design. Soldier Hollow hosted events during the 2002 Winter Olympics and will do so again for the 2034 Games. Local’s secret: Try to book Soldier Hollow in the morning, as it gets windy later in the day. A clubhouse with dining facilities is available, and it offers some amazing views of Heber Valley. 

The Outlaw at Hideout: This nine-hole, par-3 course offers some of the most impressive views in the Park City region. Its hillside construction renders it unsuitable for walking and creates a challenge for less experienced golfers. At the moment, there are no amenities available. 

Many other public courses in Salt Lake City are worthy of consideration. Park City has several notable private courses, though most require memberships and land ownership. The sentiment that winter attracts individuals to Park City, while summer retains them, is often expressed, with golf being considered a hidden gem. Further information regarding private golf courses will be provided in a forthcoming article.

Julie Snyder is an experienced real estate professional who serves as a lifestyle resource for clients looking to buy or sell in the Park City area, offering luxury real estate services backed by the power of a global brand. The founder of Inhabit Park City and a sales agent at Summit Sotheby’s International Realty, Julie aims to understand her clients’ needs and lifestyles before pairing them with carefully curated options that fulfill their criteria and wishes. Julie describes herself as honest, analytical, and passionate. Utilizing market data, strong negotiation skills, and effective communication, Julie easily navigates Utah’s competitive real estate market. She views herself as a relocation specialist and proudly shares her deep local knowledge of the area’s schools, neighborhoods, restaurants, clubs, and outdoor experiences.