The Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino golf course is a championship layout located just outside of the Village of Ruidoso. Long rolling, tree-lined fairways, elevated tee boxes, huge undulating greens, challenging bunkers and playable hazards all make for a spectacular day. Designed to be played by all handicap levels you will find the choice of tee markers at this championship golf course to be critical. The whites are friendly, the blues are challenging and the tee boxes located a full wedge behind you are for the truly confident, long drive hitters. This Ruidoso area golf course is also the current host for the New Mexico Open and a tour destination on the Adams Golf Tight Lies Tournament Schedule. The scenery is breathtaking and the 19th hole offers The Apache Summit Barbecue Company restaurant with cold beer and lip smackin‚ barbecue sauce.
Another truly remarkable Ruidoso golf course is The Links at Sierra Blanca. Located inside the Village of Ruidoso it plays like a true links is supposed to play. Long, hilly fairways are both punishing and forgiving at the same time. You may be able to play an errant ball, but you can automatically add a stroke or two to your card. However, if you hit them true you will be rewarded at the end of the round as this course favors those who practice accuracy. One hole after another offers a different perspective on the game, each presenting a unique challenge and a different view of the spectacular scenery that is Ruidoso. Water and sand come into play on many holes, but the lush fairways and smooth well manicured greens make ball striking a special event. The Links also has a fully stocked pro shop and a great little snack shop that serves up arguably the best hot dog in Ruidoso.
For those who prefer a shorter course the Cree Meadows Country Club is the ticket. Also located in the Village and just seconds from Midtown Ruidoso, this golf course is the local men's league's favorite. Although the course is not as long as the others, it can still be very challenging for the unwary. Though the out-of-bound's markers loom perilously close on many fairways, a good shot always pays off in spades. The greens are large and tricky and usually break away from the Mountain ... giving you a good excuse to take in the view! The 19th hole at this public invited Ruidoso country club serves great fare and has a wonderful and cozy pub feel. Of course, after the round, Ruidoso itself offers a nightlife second to none. Las Vegas-style gaming at three Ruidoso area casinos, live music, world-class concerts, live theater, pubs, western style saloons, wonderful restaurants and Mountain Cool evenings!
We invite you to come enjoy Ruidoso's golf courses set amidst the enchanting Sacramento Mountains and ... tee it up!
