Eastern Utah is a region known for its dramatic landscapes, outdoor recreation opportunities, and rich Native American and pioneer history. It is less populated than the western side of the state, offering more remote, wild terrain. Much of Eastern Utah is part of the Colorado Plateau, featuring red rock formations, expansive desert landscapes, and deep canyons.
Notable Areas:
Arches National Park: Famous for its natural sandstone arches near Moab.
Canyonlands National Park: A vast wilderness of canyons, mesas, and buttes carved by the Colorado and Green Rivers.
Dinosaur National Monument: Straddles the Utah-Colorado
border, known for dinosaur fossils and petroglyphs.
San Rafael Swell: A rugged geological feature with slot canyons, cliffs, and remote hiking routes.
Book Cliffs: A prominent escarpment stretching across Eastern Utah into Colorado.
While the area is known for its amazing outdoor recreation including hiking, backpacking, biking, rock climbing, and canyoneering, there are several golf courses to include in your trip activities. Golf in Eastern Utah is a more low-key and scenic experience compared to the more developed golf scenes in the rest of the state. The region offers several well-maintained courses that showcase the unique desert and high desert landscapes — often with red rock backdrops, dramatic elevation changes, and fewer crowds.
Dinaland Golf Course
675 S 2000 E
Vernal, UT 84078
435-781-1428
www.dinalandgolf.com
Public Course
18-Hole, Par 72
This 18-hole public course is located in Vernal, near Dinosaur National Monument. It offers wide open views with the Uinta Mountains in the distance. The course boasts well-kept greens and fairways, all with affordable pricing perfect for casual golfers and family outings. The terrain is mostly flat with large fairways. The few holes running adjacent to Ashley Creek are viewed as the most difficult with less open fairways. The course offers a variety of tee options to accommodate golfers of different skill levels making the course range from 5,071 yards to a lengthy 6,814 yards. Golf passes are available including punch passes, season passes, and cart passes.
Roosevelt Municipal Golf Course
1155 Club House Dr.
Roosevelt, UT 84066
435-722-9644
golfrooseveltcity.com
Public/Municipal Course
18 Hole, Par 72
Roosevelt Municipal Golf Course is a par 72, 18-hole public course. The length ranges from 5,037 yards to 7,169 yards with multiple tee options. The facility boasts a driving range as well as well as practice areas and a 19th hole food court offering delicious snacks and full meals.
According to the course’s website, “Roosevelt’s golf course sits on 150 acres of land overlooking the city of Roosevelt and offers panoramic views of the community, surrounding area, and the Uinta Mountains to the north. The Uinta’s are the highest range in Utah with King’s Peak rising to 13,600 ft, which is the highest point in Utah.”
The front nine holes were designed by Jow Williams and opened in 1974 and has a traditional feel with tree-lined fairways and larger grens. The back nine holes were designed by Gordie Harmston and opened in 1994 and still feels a bit like a links course with less mature trees and bushes. Interestingly enough, the back nine came about by a group of local enthusiasts and a grant from the state of Utah as well as local contributions.
Green River State Park Golf Course
450 S Green River Blvd.
Green River, UT 84525
435-564-8882
stateparks.utah.gov/golf/green-river
Public Course: 9 Hole, Par 36 | 18 Hole Disc Golf
This thoroughly enjoyable 9-hole course is located in the state park along the Green River with the staggering Book Cliffs in the distance.. It boasts a more laid back feel and can be played for an affordable price. Cottonwood trees abound lining the fairways with many water hazards from the meandering Green River coming into play. The course somehow masters all ability levels, providing challenges for experienced players while also offering enjoyment for beginners.
In addition to the incredibly popular 9-hole course, Green River State Park Golf Course also offers a full 18-hole disc golf course. Rentals are available at the clubhouse, so don’t let a lack of equipment hold you back from enjoying this gem.
The Hideout Golf Course
549 S Main
Monticello, UT 84535
435-587-2200
www.hideoutgolf.com
Public Course
18 Hole, Par 72
The Hideout Golf Club in Monticello, Utah, is a public 18-hole course renowned for its scenic beauty, challenging layout, and unique history. Situated at the base of the Abajo Mountains in San Juan County, this course offers golfers a distinctive experience in southeastern Utah. The course was designed by Forrest Richardson and opened in 2002.
The course features significant elevation changes, with holes like No. 8 dropping 100 feet over 400 yards, providing both a challenge and breathtaking views. Its high elevation contributes to cooler summer temperatures, making it a pleasant destination during warmer months. Golfweek Magazine ranked it among the top municipal courses in the U.S. Praised for its affordability and challenging play, it’s considered one of Utah’s hidden gems.
