Sun Hills Golf Course
Course at a glance
Sun Hills Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course in Layton, Utah (84041). The course was designed by Bruce Summerhays and opened in 1996. From the Blue tees, Sun Hills Golf Course plays to 6,513 yards at par 71. The course offers 6 sets of tees ranging from 5,161 to 6,513 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 123 and a course rating of 70.4, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 48% of rated golf courses in Utah. It is a public course open to daily-fee play. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and winter rye fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers and water hazards in play. Set a tee-time alert on Stymie and we will notify you when bookable times open at Sun Hills Golf Course.
About Sun Hills Golf Course
Sun Hills Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course located in Layton, Utah (84041). The course was designed by Bruce Summerhays and established in 1996. From the Blue tees, the course plays to 6,513 yards with a par of 71. The Blue tees carry a slope rating of 123 and a course rating of 70.4.
Walking is permitted.
With a slope rating of 134, Sun Hills Golf Course is more accessible than most courses in Utah. It is a good choice for mid-handicappers and golfers looking for a round that does not punish every missed shot.
The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 5,161 to 6,513 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Par
71
Length
6,513
Slope
123
Rating
70.4
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
134
This Course
133
UT Average
113
US Average
Based on 93 rated courses in Utah
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 123 | 70.4 | 396 | 376 | 231 | 377 | 516 | 173 | 424 | 162 | 524 | 3179 | 377 | 462 | 376 | 180 | 510 | 148 | 517 | 391 | 373 | 3334 | 6,513 |
WhiteWomen's | 134 | 73.4 | 378 | 352 | 206 | 355 | 487 | 151 | 368 | 149 | 487 | 2933 | 353 | 429 | 352 | 159 | 476 | 129 | 493 | 360 | 351 | 3102 | 6,035 |
WhiteMen's | 117 | 68.3 | 378 | 352 | 206 | 355 | 487 | 151 | 368 | 149 | 487 | 2933 | 353 | 429 | 352 | 159 | 476 | 129 | 493 | 360 | 351 | 3102 | 6,035 |
GoldWomen's | 128 | 70.9 | 338 | 329 | 180 | 331 | 451 | 145 | 349 | 139 | 447 | 2709 | 330 | 391 | 340 | 142 | 453 | 119 | 447 | 327 | 328 | 2877 | 5,586 |
GoldMen's | 115 | 65.9 | 338 | 329 | 180 | 331 | 451 | 145 | 349 | 139 | 447 | 2709 | 330 | 391 | 340 | 142 | 453 | 119 | 447 | 327 | 328 | 2877 | 5,586 |
Red | 120 | 69.0 | 314 | 318 | 165 | 309 | 414 | 128 | 303 | 103 | 433 | 2487 | 299 | 364 | 310 | 134 | 424 | 105 | 427 | 298 | 313 | 2674 | 5,161 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 5 | 7 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 10 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 14 | 18 | 16 | 8 | 12 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Sun Hills Golf Course offers 6 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round. Not sure? Use the tee recommendation calculator with your driver distance.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Blue | 6,513 | 123 | 70.4 | 5-15 |
White | 6,035 | 134 | 73.4 | 12-22 |
White | 6,035 | 117 | 68.3 | 12-22 |
Gold | 5,586 | 128 | 70.9 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,586 | 115 | 65.9 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,161 | 120 | 69.0 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Sun Hills Golf Course
Sun Hills Golf Course features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory for Sun Hills Golf Course. Use the official course website or phone number below to confirm availability and book. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sun Hills Golf Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
Sun Hills Golf Course is a public golf course located in Layton, UT. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does Sun Hills Golf Course have?expand_more
Sun Hills Golf Course is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1996. The course was designed by Bruce Summerhays.
What is the yardage at Sun Hills Golf Course?expand_more
From the White tees, Sun Hills Golf Course plays to 6,035 yards (par 71). The course offers 6 tee sets ranging from 5,161 to 6,513 yards.
What is the slope rating at Sun Hills Golf Course?expand_more
The Blue tees at Sun Hills Golf Course have a slope rating of 123 and a course rating of 70.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Sun Hills Golf Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Sun Hills Golf Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Sun Hills Golf Course?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.sunhillsgolf.com/ or call 801-771-4814 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Sun Hills Golf Course offer?expand_more
Sun Hills Golf Course offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Sun Hills Golf Course located?expand_more
Sun Hills Golf Course is located at 3185 N Hills Dr in Layton, UT 84041. You can reach them at 801-771-4814.
What is the difficulty level at Sun Hills Golf Course?expand_more
Sun Hills Golf Course is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 134. It plays harder than 48% of golf courses in Utah. The average slope rating in Utah is 133. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Sun Hills Golf Course?expand_more
Sun Hills Golf Course offers 6 tee sets. Blue tees (6,513 yards, slope 123) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. Red tees (5,161 yards, slope 120) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at Sun Hills Golf Course?expand_more
Beginners at Sun Hills Golf Course should play the Red tees, which play 5,161 yards with a slope of 120. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Sun Hills Golf Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Gold tees (slope 128, rating 70.9) at Sun Hills Golf Course would have a course handicap of 17 and an expected score of approximately 88. This uses the World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at Sun Hills Golf Course?expand_more
A typical round at Sun Hills Golf Course takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.