⛳ NMHU Gene Torres Golf Course · Est. 1958

A Touch of Scotland
in New Mexico

Championship 9-hole links-style golf at the foot of the breathtaking Sangre de Cristo Mountains — open to all, welcoming to everyone.

9Holes
36Par
7,080Max Yards
125Slope
Gene Torres Golf Logo
NMHU Gene Torres Golf Course
Las Vegas, New Mexico · Open to the Public

A Legacy Carved Into the Land

New Mexico Highlands University, in partnership with the City of Las Vegas and San Miguel County, is proud to offer Gene Torres Golf Course to the campus community, residents of Las Vegas, and golfers from across the state and surrounding region.

Originally founded in 1958, the course was reimagined in 2008 by renowned architect Jeffrey D. Brauer, transforming it into a championship-length links-style layout. After further renovations, the course reopened in June 2022 to wide acclaim.

"We now have a touch of Scotland in the heart of Las Vegas, NM — characterized by generous fairways, relatively flat terrain, a combination of links-style as well as tree-lined holes."

Featuring three par 4s measuring 400+ yards, a beloved signature par 5 on Hole 8, and what many consider one of the hardest par 3s in New Mexico to close on Hole 9.

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The Legend of Gene Torres

Gene Torres was a PGA Golf Professional and Physical Education professor at NMHU for 43 years, winning over 80 tournaments across the Southwest - most notably the 1972 Colorado Open & winning the New Mexico Open a record 5 times.

Every year he challenged his players — beat him in a round and they could call him "Gene." He never lost to any of his players during his entire coaching career. Nicknamed "The Rock", he was known for his rock-solid play & was feared among many of his peers for his dominance during the late 1960's early 1970's.

Gene Torres Golf Course
New Mexico Sky Golf Dramatic high-desert skies frame every round at Gene Torres
"Best 9-hole course in the state of New Mexico!"
Rated "Birdie" by Always Time for 9 · Best fairways in NM, public or private

9 Holes. Endless Challenge.

Play 9 or go around twice for a full 18-hole experience. Five tee options ensure a great game for every skill level.

Tee9 Holes18 HolesRating/Slope
Black3,5407,080
Gold3,3866,77235.7 / 125
Blue3,1906,380
White~3,000~6,000
Red2,6095,218
1958Year Founded
2022Reopened
35.7Course Rating
125Slope Rating

Highlights From the Course

Course overview
Overview
Wide Open Links
Generous fairways with Sangre de Cristo views
Hole 3
Hole 3
Short & Sharp
Par 3 · 138 yards · Golden hour flag
Hole 2
Hole 2
Autumn Links
Par 4 · Fall colors frame the green
Hole 8
Hole 8 ★ Signature
The Masterpiece
Par 5 · #1 Handicap Hole
Hole 5
Hole 5
The Highlands
Par 4 · Links-style native grass

Come Play With Us

We welcome golfers of all abilities. Walk in, call ahead, or just show up — Las Vegas, New Mexico's hidden gem is always ready for you.

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Address

1 Country Club Drive
Las Vegas, NM 87701

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Phone · Tee Times

505.425.7711
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Operated By

New Mexico Highlands University
in partnership with City of Las Vegas & San Miguel County

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Home of the Robertson High School Cardinals & West Las Vegas Golf Teams

Proud tradition of High School golf in Northern New Mexico

📍 Directions & Hours

Located at the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, just minutes from downtown Las Vegas, NM. Easy access from I-25.

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SeasonSpring – Fall
Tee TimesCall 505.425.7711
Walk-insSpace Available
RestaurantOn-site · Mexican cuisine

Partners & Affiliations

New Mexico Highlands University
City of Las Vegas, NM
San Miguel County
Design: J.D. Brauer (2008)