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Thanksgiving Point Golf Club

Lehi, Utah

Public Course · 18 Holes · Par 72 · 7,714 yds · $55–$95 · 4.3

Designed by U.S. Open champion Johnny Miller in his home state, Thanksgiving Point is one of the longest public courses in America at 7,714 yards. The dramatic layout between Utah Lake and the Wasatch Mountains features massive fairways, sweeping views, and Miller's strategic design philosophy emphasizing precise iron play.

History & Heritage

Thanksgiving Point was designed by Johnny Miller in his home state and opened in 1997. At 7,714 yards, it is one of the longest public courses in the western U.S. and covers more than 200 acres — the largest public golf facility in Utah.

Ranked among the top 10 new courses by Golf Digest in its opening year. Tony Finau\'s home course. Named No. 1 public golf club in Utah by Golf Digest. The dramatic par-3 17th — a 250-yard shot over the Jordan River — is the consensus signature hole.

Signature Holes

17
Hole 17 Par 3 · 250 yards

A 250-yard par 3 with an elevated tee shot over the Jordan River — widely considered a masterpiece and one of the most memorable par 3s in the state. The dramatic downhill shot with the river below is unforgettable.

What to Expect

Massive championship-length layout through mountain desert landscape and the Jordan River corridor. Wide fairways give way to severely undulating greens — the great equalizer. Adjacent to Thanksgiving Point gardens.

Public at $55-95. Tony Finau\'s home course.

Playing Tips

The sheer length is the primary challenge — play the right tees. Undulating greens demand lag putting.

Altitude (~4,500 feet) adds some distance. Wind along the Jordan River corridor is a factor.

Highlights

  • 7,714 yards — one of America's longest public courses
  • Johnny Miller design in his home state
  • Sweeping Utah Lake and Wasatch Mountain views

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it really 7,714 yards?
Yes — one of the longest public courses in the western U.S. But altitude helps and the multiple tee sets make it playable for all.

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