St. George, Utah, has steadily carved out a reputation as one of the West’s premier golf destinations. Set against a backdrop of Sedona-like red rock formations, the city and its neighboring communities are home to some of the most celebrated courses in the state. Black Desert, the final course designed by Tom Weiskopf before his passing, has already vaulted to the No. 1 spot on Golfweek’s Best list of courses you can play. Four more layouts in the area also rank among Utah’s top 10, underscoring the region’s rapid ascent in the golf world.
But as the sport flourishes, another storyline has emerged: a troubling wave of vandalism. At Sunbrook Golf Course, one of St. George’s most acclaimed facilities, damage to the greens has caused thousands of dollars in repairs. Officials say children riding motorcycles and e-bikes have left their mark, tearing up delicate turf on stretches like the Black Rock 9 and Woodbridge 9.
The problem isn’t isolated. Other courses across the city have reported similar incidents, adding frustration for operators who are otherwise working to keep pace with growing demand and heightened visibility. For a city on the rise in golf circles, the acts of vandalism present an unexpected obstacle — a blemish on what has otherwise been a shining moment for St. George’s place in the game.
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