Canyons Golf Course

Canyons Golf Course sits at the base of the Canyons Resort in Park City, Utah, at an elevation of approximately 6,700 feet. Gene Bates designed the course, which opened in the late 1990s as part of the broader resort development that has since become integrated with Park City Mountain Resort. The layout takes advantage of the natural mountain terrain, with fairways routed through rolling foothills, stands of aspen and pine, and the occasional ravine that gives the course its name. The routing works across varied elevation changes, with several holes playing significantly uphill or downhill. Views of the Wasatch Range frame many holes, and the high-altitude setting affects ball flight, typically adding distance in the thin air. The course serves both resort guests and local players, functioning as a daily-fee facility within the Park City golf market. Conditioning and playability reflect its role as an accessible mountain course rather than a championship test. Bates, a regional architect with several designs across the Mountain West, shaped the course to fit the existing topography rather than impose dramatic earthwork. The design emphasizes playability for a range of skill levels while incorporating the natural features of the site. Canyons operates seasonally, typically from late spring through mid-fall, and benefits from its proximity to Park City's lodging and dining infrastructure, making it a convenient option for visitors to the area.