Desert Lakes Gc is an 18-hole golf course in Alamogordo, NM with a par of 72. It offers 4 tee sets: purple (6,568 yards, slope 124, rating 69.8), blue (6,175 yards, slope 119, rating 68.1), tan (5,806 yards, slope 116, rating 66.4), orange (5,238 yards, slope 111, rating 63.8). The hardest hole is #3, a par 5 playing 525 yards from the first tee.

Desert Lakes Gc

Alamogordo, NM

purpleS:124R:69.8
blueS:119R:68.1
tanS:116R:66.4
orangeS:111R:63.8

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1Par 4
HCP 7
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A straightforward par 4 opening hole with a fairway that gradually narrows as it approaches the green. Bunkers protect both sides of the green, requiring accuracy on the approach shot to avoid sand.

2Par 4
HCP 11
386342327303

A short par 4 that plays downhill toward the green, offering a relatively forgiving layout for opening the round. Light bunkering near the green allows room for error on approach shots.

3Par 5
HCP 1
563543525468

The course's signature par 5 and the number one handicap hole, featuring a dramatic dogleg that demands strategic positioning off the tee. Water hazards flanking the fairway throughout the hole and guarding the green make this a three-shot test requiring precise execution.

4Par 3
HCP 15
14813111196

A short par 3 with minimal hazards, providing a scoring opportunity early in the round. The small green is the primary challenge, making distance control essential despite the modest yardage.

5Par 4
HCP 3
433409399409

A demanding par 4 that ranks third in handicap and plays uphill throughout. Out-of-bounds lurks along one side, narrowing the fairway corridor and penalizing wayward tee shots.

6Par 4
HCP 13
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The shortest par 4 on the course, this hole presents a risk-reward opportunity with a narrow fairway and bunkers near the green. Its brevity masks the precision required to avoid hazards and set up a makeable approach.

7Par 4
HCP 9
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A mid-length par 4 with a gentle dogleg that requires thoughtful positioning off the tee. Bunkers frame the fairway and green, creating a tight landing area and demanding accuracy throughout.

8Par 3
HCP 17
190178167142

A short but deceptive par 3 featuring a well-bunkered green surrounded by sand on multiple sides. The elevated green adds to the challenge despite the modest distance, making club selection crucial.

9Par 5
HCP 5
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A par 5 that plays shorter than many on the course, offering birdie potential for strong players. Water hazards and bunkers frame the fairway and surround the green, requiring careful positioning on all three shots.

10Par 5
HCP 4
523504465425

The fourth-toughest hole on the course, this par 5 features a fairway that doglegs and tightens near the green. Strategic bunkering throughout the hole demands intelligent route selection and solid execution.

11Par 4
HCP 12
368352337299

A mid-length par 4 with a narrow fairway bordered by out-of-bounds, making accuracy off the tee paramount. The green complex is well-protected, leaving little margin for error on the approach.

12Par 4
HCP 14
398376364313

A par 4 that plays to moderate length with a fairway that pinches in the landing zone. Bunkers frame the green, and the tight approach corridor demands precision to find the putting surface.

13Par 3
HCP 8
188169152134

A mid-range par 3 featuring a green surrounded by bunkers on multiple sides, presenting a challenging short-iron shot. The elevated tee and well-defended green make this hole a true test of accuracy.

14Par 4
HCP 6
384351342289

The sixth-toughest hole, this par 4 features a dogleg with strategic bunkering along the turn. Water hazards frame portions of the fairway, demanding careful route selection and solid ball-striking.

15Par 4
HCP 16
336323297287

A short par 4 with a relatively open layout, offering a welcome scoring opportunity in the closing stretch. The generous fairway and minimal bunkering provide breathing room compared to other holes on the course.

16Par 3
HCP 18
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The easiest par 3 on the course, this short hole plays to a small green with light hazards. Despite its modest yardage, the tight green demands precision to secure birdie or par.

17Par 5
HCP 2
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The second-toughest hole on the course, this dramatic par 5 features multiple doglegs and strategic water hazards throughout the entire hole. The winding fairway and well-bunkered green demand three precise shots to reach in regulation.

18Par 4
HCP 10
367337325300

The closing par 4 offers a satisfying finish with a fairway that narrows toward the green. Bunkers guard the approach, and the strategic green complex presents a fitting final test to complete the round.

Scorecard

Hole123456789Out101112131415161718InTot
Par445344435365443443543672
HCP711115313917541214861618210
purple421386563148433283402190480330652336839818838433615654236732626568
blue403342543131409272371178446309550435237616935132314152733730806175
tan364327525111399261339167429292246533736415234229712048232528845806
orange31330346896409237291142397265642529931313428928710343230025825238

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