Monte Vista Country Club

The high-desert winds of the San Luis Valley test every aspect of your game on this demanding mountain track, where elevation changes of 100 feet between holes create club selection nightmares that separate pretenders from players. Links-style conditions prevail across rolling terrain dotted with natural waste areas and native grasses, while the back nine's dramatic finishing stretch along Alamosa Creek rewards bold shot-making with eagle opportunities. At 7,700 feet above sea level, expect your drives to sail 15% farther than usual—but don't let the thin air fool you into thinking this Colorado gem plays easy.