
South Gate Course
South Gate Golf Club


About this course
South Gate Golf Club sits in the red rock landscape of southwestern Utah, where the high desert terrain and dramatic geological formations create a distinctive setting for golf. Designed by John V. Lagant, the course takes advantage of the region's natural topography, incorporating elevation changes and desert vegetation into its layout. St. George's climate allows for year-round play, making the course a popular destination for both local golfers and visitors seeking winter golf opportunities. The routing works through terrain characteristic of the area, with fairways that navigate around natural washes and rock outcroppings. Players encounter strategic decisions shaped by the desert environment, where accuracy often takes precedence over distance. The course reflects design principles common to desert golf, balancing playability with the need to respect the native landscape and water conservation considerations typical of the region. South Gate serves the St. George golf community as part of the area's growing collection of courses that have developed alongside the city's expansion as a retirement and recreation destination. The club provides a straightforward golf experience suited to the local market, without the resort amenities or tournament pedigree of some neighboring facilities. Its appeal lies primarily in accessibility and the opportunity to play golf amid the scenic backdrop that defines this corner of Utah.
Quick facts
- Location
- St. George, UT, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1970
- Designer
- John V. Lagant
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 71
- Length
- 6,321 yards
- Difficulty
- 69.8/124
Getting there
The journey to South Gate Golf Club begins at St. George Regional Airport (SGU), a compact but well-appointed facility just fifteen minutes north of the club, or alternatively via Las Vegas Harry Reid International (LAS), roughly ninety minutes southwest through the Nevada high desert. The final approach winds through the distinctive red-rock landscape of southwestern Utah, where the terrain shifts from open scrubland into the manicured grounds of this private enclave nestled against the Virgin River basin. Arriving at South Gate, you transition from the raw, sculptural beauty of the Mojave into a carefully curated oasis - a fitting arrival for a club whose design harmonizes with rather than dominates its extraordinary desert setting.

FAQ
Common questions about South Gate
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
South Gate was designed by John V. Lagant.
Yes. South Gate is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at South Gate is 71.
South Gate plays 6,321 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at South Gate is 124.
South Gate is a 18-hole course.



