Lovington Country Club
Course at a glance
Lovington Country Club is an 18-hole golf course in Lovington, New Mexico (88260). The course was designed by Warren Cantrell and opened in 1954. From the Black tees, Lovington Country Club plays to 6,379 yards at par 71. The course offers 8 sets of tees ranging from 5,029 to 6,379 yards, giving players of every ability a comfortable length. It carries a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 75.4, comfortably above the 113 World Handicap System baseline and demanding accurate driving. That ranks it harder than roughly 77% 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 pro shop is on site. The course is conditioned with bent grass greens and bermuda grass fairways. Hazards include 21-30 bunkers and water hazards in play. Tee times at Lovington Country Club are not open to the public; play is arranged through a member.
About Lovington Country Club
Lovington Country Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Lovington, New Mexico (88260). The course was designed by Warren Cantrell and established in 1954. From the Black tees, the course plays to 6,379 yards with a par of 71. The Black tees carry a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 75.4.
Walking is permitted.
Lovington Country Club offers a moderately challenging layout with a slope rating of 135, 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 8 tee sets ranging from 5,029 to 6,379 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
71
Length
6,379
Slope
135
Rating
75.4
Replay Rate
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Course Difficulty Analysis
135
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BlackWomen's | 135 | 75.4 | 356 | 333 | 445 | 150 | 426 | 417 | 351 | 182 | 492 | 3152 | 357 | 502 | 170 | 374 | 148 | 518 | 424 | 378 | 356 | 3227 | 6,379 |
BlackMen's | 118 | 69.6 | 356 | 333 | 445 | 150 | 426 | 417 | 351 | 182 | 492 | 3152 | 357 | 502 | 170 | 374 | 148 | 518 | 424 | 378 | 356 | 3227 | 6,379 |
BlueWomen's | 129 | 72.9 | 341 | 311 | 431 | 125 | 364 | 400 | 335 | 164 | 470 | 2941 | 334 | 477 | 148 | 346 | 128 | 496 | 384 | 343 | 329 | 2985 | 5,926 |
BlueMen's | 113 | 67.6 | 341 | 311 | 431 | 125 | 364 | 400 | 335 | 164 | 470 | 2941 | 334 | 477 | 148 | 346 | 128 | 496 | 384 | 343 | 329 | 2985 | 5,926 |
Red | 124 | 70.5 | 318 | 273 | 394 | 110 | 323 | 363 | 300 | 142 | 424 | 2647 | 319 | 462 | 132 | 322 | 118 | 485 | 371 | 333 | 301 | 2843 | 5,490 |
Red | 111 | 65.2 | 318 | 273 | 394 | 110 | 323 | 363 | 300 | 142 | 424 | 2647 | 319 | 462 | 132 | 322 | 118 | 485 | 371 | 333 | 301 | 2843 | 5,490 |
WhiteWomen's | 119 | 68.0 | 294 | 267 | 360 | 80 | 297 | 317 | 271 | 135 | 387 | 2408 | 304 | 438 | 108 | 312 | 98 | 459 | 335 | 274 | 293 | 2621 | 5,029 |
WhiteMen's | 106 | 63.1 | 294 | 267 | 360 | 80 | 297 | 317 | 271 | 135 | 387 | 2408 | 304 | 438 | 108 | 312 | 98 | 459 | 335 | 274 | 293 | 2621 | 5,029 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 71 | ||
| HCP | 2 | 16 | 1 | 8 | 10 | 7 | 14 | 12 | 18 | 17 | 5 | 13 | 6 | 15 | 4 | 3 | 9 | 11 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
Lovington Country Club offers 8 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 | 6,379 | 135 | 75.4 | 5-15 |
Black | 6,379 | 118 | 69.6 | 5-15 |
Blue | 5,926 | 129 | 72.9 | 12-22 |
Blue | 5,926 | 113 | 67.6 | 12-22 |
Red | 5,490 | 124 | 70.5 | 20-30 |
Red | 5,490 | 111 | 65.2 | 20-30 |
White | 5,029 | 119 | 68.0 | 20-30 |
White | 5,029 | 106 | 63.1 | 20-30 |
Amenities at Lovington Country Club
Lovington Country Club features a pro shop.
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How to Book a Tee Time
As a private club, access at Lovington 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 Lovington Country Club a public or private golf course?expand_more
Lovington Country Club is a private golf course located in Lovington, NM. As a private club, access is typically limited to members and their guests.
How many holes does Lovington Country Club have?expand_more
Lovington Country Club is a 18-hole golf course. It was established in 1954. The course was designed by Warren Cantrell.
What is the yardage at Lovington Country Club?expand_more
From the White tees, Lovington Country Club plays to 5,029 yards (par 71). The course offers 8 tee sets ranging from 5,029 to 6,379 yards.
What is the slope rating at Lovington Country Club?expand_more
The Black tees at Lovington Country Club have a slope rating of 135 and a course rating of 75.4. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk Lovington Country Club?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at Lovington Country Club. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at Lovington Country Club?expand_more
Visit the official course website at https://lovingtoncountryclub.com/ or call 505-396-6619 to confirm current availability and book. Stymie does not currently show live tee-time inventory; alerts are in development.
What amenities does Lovington Country Club offer?expand_more
Lovington Country Club offers a pro shop.
Where is Lovington Country Club located?expand_more
Lovington Country Club is located at Hwy 70 in Lovington, NM 88260. You can reach them at 505-396-6619.
What is the difficulty level at Lovington Country Club?expand_more
Lovington Country Club is classified as above average difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 135. It plays harder than 77% 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 Lovington Country Club?expand_more
Lovington Country Club offers 8 tee sets. Black tees (6,379 yards, slope 135) are recommended for mid-low handicap golfers. White tees (5,029 yards, slope 106) 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 Lovington Country Club?expand_more
Beginners at Lovington Country Club should play the White tees, which play 5,029 yards with a slope of 106. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at Lovington Country Club?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Red tees (slope 124, rating 70.5) at Lovington Country Club would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 87. 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 Lovington Country Club?expand_more
A typical round at Lovington 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.