Albuquerque Country Club
Course at a glance
Albuquerque Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Albuquerque, New Mexico (87104). The course was designed by John Van Kleek and opened in 1929. From the Black tees, Albuquerque Country Club plays to 6,484 yards at par 70. The course offers 10 sets of tees ranging from 5,225 to 6,484 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 122 and a course rating of 70.8, modestly above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and playable for most handicaps. That ranks it harder than roughly 65% of rated golf courses in New Mexico. It is a private club; access is generally limited to members and accompanied guests. Walking is permitted. A full driving range is available for warm-up and practice. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 31-40 bunkers. Tee times at Albuquerque Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Albuquerque Country Club
Albuquerque Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Albuquerque, New Mexico (87104). The course was designed by John Van Kleek and established in 1929. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,484 yards with a par of 70. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 122 and a course rating of 70.8.
Walking is permitted.
Albuquerque Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 132, putting it in the upper half of courses in New Mexico for difficulty. The course provides a fair test for golfers of most skill levels.
The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,225 to 6,484 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.
New Mexico offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
70
Length
6,484
Slope
122
Rating
70.8
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
132
This Course
129
NM Average
113
US Average
Based on 52 rated courses in New Mexico
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 122 | 70.8 | 428 | 518 | 180 | 380 | 392 | 160 | 298 | 455 | 418 | 3229 | 170 | 355 | 404 | 197 | 418 | 525 | 409 | 328 | 449 | 3255 | 6,484 |
Black/Blue | 121 | 70.3 | 428 | 518 | 180 | 380 | 392 | 160 | 298 | 425 | 418 | 3199 | 170 | 355 | 358 | 197 | 418 | 525 | 409 | 328 | 425 | 3185 | 6,384 |
BlueWomen's | 132 | 75.2 | 412 | 492 | 145 | 352 | 360 | 147 | 282 | 425 | 399 | 3014 | 157 | 342 | 358 | 182 | 376 | 503 | 368 | 312 | 425 | 3023 | 6,037 |
BlueMen's | 117 | 68.8 | 412 | 492 | 145 | 352 | 360 | 147 | 282 | 425 | 399 | 3014 | 157 | 342 | 358 | 182 | 376 | 503 | 368 | 312 | 425 | 3023 | 6,037 |
Blue/GoldWomen's | 127 | 72.7 | 349 | 492 | 145 | 318 | 311 | 147 | 282 | 376 | 330 | 2750 | 157 | 290 | 329 | 152 | 365 | 503 | 352 | 312 | 391 | 2851 | 5,601 |
Blue/GoldMen's | 115 | 67.9 | 349 | 492 | 145 | 318 | 311 | 147 | 282 | 376 | 330 | 2750 | 157 | 290 | 329 | 152 | 365 | 503 | 352 | 312 | 391 | 2851 | 5,601 |
GoldWomen's | 126 | 71.9 | 349 | 477 | 130 | 318 | 311 | 137 | 255 | 376 | 330 | 2683 | 144 | 290 | 329 | 152 | 365 | 455 | 352 | 295 | 391 | 2773 | 5,456 |
GoldMen's | 112 | 66.2 | 349 | 477 | 130 | 318 | 311 | 137 | 255 | 376 | 330 | 2683 | 144 | 290 | 329 | 152 | 365 | 455 | 352 | 295 | 391 | 2773 | 5,456 |
WhiteWomen's | 123 | 70.7 | 344 | 449 | 121 | 309 | 307 | 130 | 250 | 370 | 326 | 2606 | 136 | 286 | 292 | 147 | 347 | 450 | 308 | 291 | 362 | 2619 | 5,225 |
WhiteMen's | 111 | 64.9 | 344 | 449 | 121 | 309 | 307 | 130 | 250 | 370 | 326 | 2606 | 136 | 286 | 292 | 147 | 347 | 450 | 308 | 291 | 362 | 2619 | 5,225 |
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 | ||
| HCP | 3 | 11 | 15 | 7 | 9 | 17 | 13 | 1 | 5 | 18 | 14 | 4 | 16 | 6 | 12 | 8 | 10 | 2 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Albuquerque Country Club offers 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Black | 6,484 | 122 | 70.8 | 5-15 |
Black/Blue | 6,384 | 121 | 70.3 | 5-15 |
Blue | 6,037 | 132 | 75.2 | 12-22 |
Blue | 6,037 | 117 | 68.8 | 12-22 |
Blue/Gold | 5,601 | 127 | 72.7 | 20-30 |
Blue/Gold | 5,601 | 115 | 67.9 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,456 | 126 | 71.9 | 20-30 |
Gold | 5,456 | 112 | 66.2 | 20-30 |
White | 5,225 | 123 | 70.7 | 20-30 |
White | 5,225 | 111 | 64.9 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Albuquerque Country Club
Albuquerque Country Club features a full driving range, a pro shop. The driving range is available for warmup or practice.
How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Albuquerque Country Club is generally controlled by the club. Contact the facility to confirm its current member and guest policy. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Albuquerque Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Albuquerque Country Club is a private golf course located in Albuquerque, NM. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Albuquerque Country Club have?expand_more
Albuquerque Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1929. The course was designed by John Van Kleek.
What is the yardage at Albuquerque Country Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Albuquerque Country Club plays to 5,225 yards (par 72). The course offers 10 tee sets ranging from 5,225 to 6,484 yards.
What is the slope rating at Albuquerque Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Albuquerque Country Club have a slope rating of 122 and a course rating of 70.8. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is above average difficulty.
Can you walk Albuquerque Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Albuquerque Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Albuquerque Country Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://www.albuquerquecountryclub.org/ or call 505-243-7156 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Albuquerque Country Club offer?expand_more
Albuquerque Country Club offers a driving range, a pro shop.
Where is Albuquerque Country Club located?expand_more
Albuquerque Country Club is located at 601 Laguna Blvd Sw in Albuquerque, NM 87104. You can reach them at 505-243-7156.
What is the difficulty level at Albuquerque Country Club?expand_more
Albuquerque Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 132. It plays harder than 65% of golf courses in New Mexico. The average slope rating in New Mexico is 129. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at Albuquerque Country Club?expand_more
Albuquerque Country Club offers 10 tee sets. Black tees (6,484 yards, slope 122) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. White tees (5,225 yards, slope 111) 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 Albuquerque Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Albuquerque Country Club should play the White tees, which play 5,225 yards with a slope of 111. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Albuquerque Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Blue/Gold tees (slope 115, rating 67.9) at Albuquerque Country Club would have a course handicap of 13 and an expected score of approximately 83. 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 Albuquerque Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Albuquerque Country Club takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Private clubs generally have faster pace of play.