Cisco, Utah, and its surrounding countryside, offers beautiful views of red rock cliffs and desert, but it's not exactly the first place that comes to mind when thinking of golfing destinations. Fortunately, thanks to modern irrigation techniques, there are several golf courses near Cisco (which is actually a ghost town), so even in the desert you'll want to have your three wood.
Sorrel River Ranch Resort & Spa
Located in the banks of the Colorado River, the Sorrel River Ranch offers awe-inspiring views of Utah's red rock desert and of the Colorado River itself. Sorrel River Ranch is also located within several miles of some of Utah's most popular attractions, including whitewater rafting, hiking, and of course, golfing. There's also an on-site fine dining restaurant and a spa that offers spa treatments and body massages.
Sorrel River Ranch Resort & Spa
Mile 17 Highway 128
Moab, Utah 84532
(435) 259-4642
sorrelriver.com
Red Cliffs Lodge
In 2009, Red Cliffs Lodge was named Best Hotel in Utah at the "Best of State" awards in Salt Lake City. The rooms capture the energy of the rugged outdoor environment of Utah with solid log furniture and desert colors in the guests' rooms. But while the hotel's design is rustic, its amenities are modern. Each room is a luxurious mini suite with a microwave, refrigerator, and separate kitchen and dining area.
Red Cliffs Lodge
Mile Post 14 Highway 128
Moab, UT 84532
(435) 259-2002
redcliffslodge.com
Redstone Inn
The Redstone Inn is near Utah's historic National Arches Park, Dead Horse State Park and Canyonlands National Park. Rooms have kitchenettes, hot tubs and free Wi-Fi. Take advantage of the on-site restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner on a picnic patio with a family style barbecue. Check out Redstone Inn's package deals that include hotel stay, horseback riding, jeep rental, river rafting and 18 holes of golf.
Redstone Inn
535 South Main
Moab, Utah 84532
(435) 259-3500
moabredstone.com
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