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Valley View Golf Course logo Golf Course Review by: Bill Satterfield

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The Takeaway:  The best public course and value in Northern Utah, Valley View is a gem that locals know how good it is but few others do. The natural movement in the terrain, mountain views, and variety in hole designs is exceptional for a municipal course and a must play if you are in the Salt Lake City area.  Grade B-

Quick Facts

Designer:  William Hull in 1974

Cost:  $28.00 plus $13.00 for a cart Click for current rates

Phone Number:  (801) 546-1630

Course Website:  Official Website - Visit Valley View Golf Course's official website by clicking on the link provided.

Directions:  Get here! - 2501 E. Gentile St., Layton, Utah  84041 – UNITED STATES

Photos:  See additional photos of Valley View Golf Course

What to Expect:  Valley View is widely regarded as the best value, fairest challenge, and most aesthetically pleasing public course in Utah. The terrain is hilly and offers a challenging, but not overbearing, walk. The course lacks any homes on site and features a few water hazards and several bunkers. The fairways are lined with a variety of species of trees and the conditioning for a municipal course is very good. The opening tee shot is a dramatic downhill par four where the player can cut the corner over the water if they are willing to risk the result. With four sets of tees, great greens, variety within the layout, and a good location, Valley View is a must-play for any golfer and the affordable green fees will keep you coming back.

By the Numbers

Tees Par Yardage Rating Slope
Black 72 7162 73.5 132
Blue 72 6701 71.6 131
White 72 6264 69.6 126
Red (Women) 74 5689 71.1 125

Individual Hole Analysis

Signature Hole:  15th Hole – 449 Yard Par 4

15th Hole at Valley View Golf Course (449 Yard Par 4)
15th Hole at Valley View Golf Course (449 Yard Par 4)

Best Par 3:  4th Hole – 170 Yards

Best Par 4:  1st Hole – 462 Yards

Best Par 5:  17th Hole – 535 Yards

Birdie Time:  6th Hole – 350 Yard Par 4

6th Hole at Valley View Golf Course (350 Yard Par 4)
6th Hole at Valley View Golf Course (350 Yard Par 4)

Bogey Beware:  3rd Hole – 437 Yard Par 4

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