-
Discover new ways to elevate your game with the updated DGCourseReview app!
It's entirely free and enhanced with features shaped by user feedback to ensure your best experience on the course. (App Store or Google Play)
Brian Head Resort DGC reviews
1
3
adazm
Experience:
33 played
32 reviews
high altitude fun 2+ years drive by
Reviewed:
Played on:Jul 26, 2013
Played the course:once
Pros:
super awesome alpine course!
new tee pads are much nicer than NO tee pads!
that said, tee pads are not amazing, otherwise would be 4.5 course.
holes were set up LONG for average player. fun, but hella challenging. PAR (3) is a very good score on almost any hole.
new tee pads are much nicer than NO tee pads!
that said, tee pads are not amazing, otherwise would be 4.5 course.
holes were set up LONG for average player. fun, but hella challenging. PAR (3) is a very good score on almost any hole.
Cons:
might be slightly confusing for a new person without a guide.
seriously long drives for most holes.
def possibility of losing a disc.
seriously long drives for most holes.
def possibility of losing a disc.
Other Thoughts:
not the same TLC that goes into Solitude, but certainly an amazing course to play if you are in the area!
10
0
Worth the Trip - Tee off at 10,900 ft. 2+ years
Reviewed:
Played on:Jun 30, 2012
Played the course:5+ times
Pros:
I enjoy playing rugged western courses and this one is amazing. It is extremely scenic, rugged and challenging. Seasonal course plays from nearly 11,000 feet down to the base at 9,600 feet. Definitely worth the journey if you want a high altitude adventure.
The course is well designed for the land and provides a variety of shots for experienced players. The views and overall experience are amazing. There were plenty of wildflowers to enjoy on both early and late season visits.
The lift price was reasonable and the ride up is quite enjoyable and definitely worth the price.
Course map and score card are available in the base shop. With the map and tee signs the course is easy enough to navigate. The map is not to scale, but it gets the job done if you know how to read one.
The tee areas are fairly easy to find. Even though many tees were rocky and not level, I was able to play in my sturdy golf shoes.
This is an adventure course. Allow time to play and enjoy. Plan to stop for a break or two on the way down to enjoy the views. Bring ample water.
The genuine treat at Brian Head is the amazing mountain views and endless vistas. The bright coral colors of the surrounding Claron Formation are stunning, even if you are not into geology.
The course is well designed for the land and provides a variety of shots for experienced players. The views and overall experience are amazing. There were plenty of wildflowers to enjoy on both early and late season visits.
The lift price was reasonable and the ride up is quite enjoyable and definitely worth the price.
Course map and score card are available in the base shop. With the map and tee signs the course is easy enough to navigate. The map is not to scale, but it gets the job done if you know how to read one.
The tee areas are fairly easy to find. Even though many tees were rocky and not level, I was able to play in my sturdy golf shoes.
This is an adventure course. Allow time to play and enjoy. Plan to stop for a break or two on the way down to enjoy the views. Bring ample water.
The genuine treat at Brian Head is the amazing mountain views and endless vistas. The bright coral colors of the surrounding Claron Formation are stunning, even if you are not into geology.
Cons:
Even though the tee areas are easy to find with signs, the actual tees are natural. Some are very rocky and not leveled. Course would rate even higher with more developed tee pads although I understand the challenge that would present.
Not recommended for beginners. Definitely not for toddlers or strollers.
This is black diamond terrain - with or without snow. There are some steep uphill and downhill walks. Even if you quit playing the course, it is still a long walk back down the mountain.
You must walk up or get shuttle on days when lift is not in operation. I personally wouldn't want to walk up this mountain. It is already a long walk down and the high altitude adds to the challenge.
Located in very small resort town. Bring your own food and supplies as there are only one or two food shops and restaurants.
Only very expensive emergency gas is available on the mountain. Fill up before you visit.
Not recommended for beginners. Definitely not for toddlers or strollers.
This is black diamond terrain - with or without snow. There are some steep uphill and downhill walks. Even if you quit playing the course, it is still a long walk back down the mountain.
You must walk up or get shuttle on days when lift is not in operation. I personally wouldn't want to walk up this mountain. It is already a long walk down and the high altitude adds to the challenge.
Located in very small resort town. Bring your own food and supplies as there are only one or two food shops and restaurants.
Only very expensive emergency gas is available on the mountain. Fill up before you visit.
Other Thoughts:
Takes time to play. Allow at least three hours for one round - more if you are newer player or you are not in great shape. Bring enough water and snacks for the entire round.
Don't forget your camera.
Some areas are extremely steep. Although Tee 11 has one of the most amazing views on the course, it is a tough walk down. Avoid walking down the face; take the wide trail to the right to get down to the basket.
Weather can change quickly, be prepared.
I played here in September 2011 and enjoyed it so much; I came back for an entire week in 2012. This is also a Mountain Biking resort, so I was actually able to play my last round on my bike!
Brian Head makes a great base camp for visiting Zion, Brice Canyon and the North Rim Grand Canyon and more. Recommend both epic Brian Head MTB rides, Dark Hollow and Bunker Creek.
Don't forget your camera.
Some areas are extremely steep. Although Tee 11 has one of the most amazing views on the course, it is a tough walk down. Avoid walking down the face; take the wide trail to the right to get down to the basket.
Weather can change quickly, be prepared.
I played here in September 2011 and enjoyed it so much; I came back for an entire week in 2012. This is also a Mountain Biking resort, so I was actually able to play my last round on my bike!
Brian Head makes a great base camp for visiting Zion, Brice Canyon and the North Rim Grand Canyon and more. Recommend both epic Brian Head MTB rides, Dark Hollow and Bunker Creek.
2
1
ajbridg
Experience:
17 years
15 played
4 reviews
EXCELLENT Course! 2+ years drive by
Reviewed:
Played on:Jul 4, 2009
Played the course:once
Pros:
-Extremely beautiful scenery
-Challenging "big arm" throws
-LOTS of diversity and obstacles(moutain forest, large drop offs, etc...)
-Very rewarding hike
-Throwing down hill makes you feel like you can throw forever (I outdrove a 780ft. hole!!)
-Challenging "big arm" throws
-LOTS of diversity and obstacles(moutain forest, large drop offs, etc...)
-Very rewarding hike
-Throwing down hill makes you feel like you can throw forever (I outdrove a 780ft. hole!!)
Cons:
not for the weak of heart. This course is long, and there are a few holes where you have to hike back up the mountain. Be prepared to be exhausted.
Other Thoughts:
This course is about an hour away from my cabin in Dixie National Forest and I'd play it again in a heartbeat. $8 for a lift fee is well worth playing this course.
18
1
Beautiful and fun! 2+ years drive by
Reviewed:
Updated:
Played on:Aug 18, 2008
Played the course:once
Pros:
This course plays down and across the ski area at Brian Head resort. This means that this course is all about the elevation. Nearly every hole has some kind of elevation change, including a couple holes with pretty extreme downhills.
The course was well-laid out, and did a good job of using the space. Holes played across and back up the mountain, so not every shot was a downhill bomb even though the course starts at the top of the mountain. It might have been difficult to follow without a map, but the map and scorecard available at the base of the mountain made it very easy to play the course and find each hole.
The tee signs were easy to read, with distances that seemed pretty accurate, and with enough information that it was easy to figure out where the baskets were on a couple blind holes.
The scenery on this course is simply amazing, with great views of Utah mountains on just about every hole, and beautiful old evergreen trees throughout.
The course was well-laid out, and did a good job of using the space. Holes played across and back up the mountain, so not every shot was a downhill bomb even though the course starts at the top of the mountain. It might have been difficult to follow without a map, but the map and scorecard available at the base of the mountain made it very easy to play the course and find each hole.
The tee signs were easy to read, with distances that seemed pretty accurate, and with enough information that it was easy to figure out where the baskets were on a couple blind holes.
The scenery on this course is simply amazing, with great views of Utah mountains on just about every hole, and beautiful old evergreen trees throughout.
Cons:
The tees were natural, and a few were uneven and sloped, making it difficult to get a good run-up without fear of twisting an ankle. There were some places on the course where the undergrowth was pretty overgrown, and made it a little too easy to lose discs even on a fairly good shot. There are some navigation issues where even with the map you might have to search a little for the next tee, the signs are nice but they don't stick up enough to see from a distance.
Other Thoughts:
I would definitely play this course again if I was anywhere near this area. The beautiful scenery combined with some truly epic holes made for a great disc golf experience.
You do have to pay to ride the lift up to the top, but the fee is pretty reasonable. There is also the alternative to hike up the mountain (I did this because I had my dog along on the trip). It is a strenuous hike up, especially if you are not used to high elevations, but if you have the time to spare, I thought it was a beautiful walk and made playing back down even more rewarding.
Even if you take the lift up, be prepared to do a lot of strenuous walking to complete this course. You'll need lots of water and good, sturdy shoes. Plan for this course to take more time and energy than just about any other 18 hole course you've played, especially because it is at such a high altitude.
You do have to pay to ride the lift up to the top, but the fee is pretty reasonable. There is also the alternative to hike up the mountain (I did this because I had my dog along on the trip). It is a strenuous hike up, especially if you are not used to high elevations, but if you have the time to spare, I thought it was a beautiful walk and made playing back down even more rewarding.
Even if you take the lift up, be prepared to do a lot of strenuous walking to complete this course. You'll need lots of water and good, sturdy shoes. Plan for this course to take more time and energy than just about any other 18 hole course you've played, especially because it is at such a high altitude.
