Alto Lakes Golf & Country Club offers 12 residential neighborhoods near Ruidoso, each with automatic country club membership. Residents enjoy three 18-hole golf courses, a fitness center with pools, tennis, pickleball, fine dining, and mountain views with wildlife.
Alto, located near Ruidoso in the mountains of southern New Mexico, is known for hiking, fishing, and the Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts. The main draw for residents, however, is Alto Lakes Golf & Country Club, a community where homeownership includes automatic membership for three golf courses and extensive recreational facilities.
Ready to live the Alto Country Club lifestyle? View Alto, NM, property listings and call Scott Miller at Pinnacle Real Estate to get started.
What Is Alto Lakes Golf & Country Club?
In short: A 12-neighborhood residential community founded in the 1960s, where every home comes with an automatic country club membership.
Alto Lakes Golf & Country Club began in the 1960s as a single neighborhood. Today, it encompasses 12 residential areas, each with its own character. What sets Alto apart from other mountain communities is this: when you buy a home here, you automatically become a country club member. You don’t pay a separate initiation fee or wait for approval; membership comes with the property.
What Can I Do at Alto Lakes Golf & Country Club?
In short: Golf three championship courses, swim, play tennis and pickleball, dine, and attend concerts, all as a resident member.
Golf
Alto Lakes Golf & Country Club has three 18-hole courses. Alto Lakes opened in 1968 and was designed by Milton Coggins, Pete Dye, and Robert Trent Jones.
The Outlaw at Alto Lakes opened in 2008 and was designed by John LaFoy. Both courses wind through mountain terrain with views of the Sacramento and Capitan Mountains. You may see elk, deer, or wild horses while playing.
Kokopelli Golf Club rounds out the offerings with a par 63 executive course on a soaring mesa with canyon and mountain views.
The club hosts regular tournaments: the men’s Snowcapper, women’s Kachina Doll, and Mixed Couples events. Junior Golf Camp and beginner courses are also available.
See the best golf courses in the Ruidoso area.
Fitness and Aquatic Centers
The Alto Lakes community can take advantage of an on-site fitness center and aquatic center.
The fitness center opened in late 2023 with an indoor lap pool and an outdoor family pool with a water slide. The outdoor pool also features covered cabanas, available for reservations.
Tennis courts and the Alto Lakes Tennis Association offer memberships for a nominal annual fee. Pickleball courts and the Alto Pickleball Association pro shop serve players of all levels.
Dining
Three clubhouses serve residents. The main dining room at Alto Lakes offers daily service with a menu ranging from grilled steaks to vegetarian options. It’s open Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Alto Lakes clubhouse also offers takeout options before 5 p.m. on days it’s open.
The Outlaw at Alto Lakes has its own clubhouse with daily dining and a newly opened grill area. Visit on Mondays and Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The Outlaw Snack Shack is open Mondays and Wednesdays beginning at 9 a.m., with closing depending on tee times.
Casual dining at the Kokopelli clubhouse is open Wednesdays and Fridays, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
All feature daily specials and host events like soccer viewing parties.
Concerts
The outdoor concert patio features live music during the summer patio series, drawing both local and national performers. Membership is required, and these shows often sell out.
Is Alto Lakes an Affordable Mountain Community?
In short: Alto Lakes offers competitive pricing for the amenities, compared to other regional and global mountain country club communities.
Mountain communities with full golf, fitness, aquatic, and dining amenities typically cost more than Alto Lakes. Residents report that, for the breadth of offerings: three golf courses, a modern fitness center, pools, and fine dining and casual dining, the monthly dues and home prices are competitive with similar communities across the country.
How Do I Buy a Home in Alto?
In short: Work with a local real estate agent who specializes in Alto. Pinnacle Real Estate is the leading firm in the area.
Pinnacle Real Estate has an office directly across from Alto Lakes Golf & Country Club. Scott Miller, the top home seller in Alto, and his team can show you available properties and walk you through the buying process.
Contact
- Pinnacle Real Estate
- Scott Miller, #1 Local Real Estate Agent: 575-937-3166
- Deanna Miller: 806-717-0308
Make Alto Lakes Your Home
Alto Lakes Golf & Country Club offers a residential lifestyle built around golf, fitness, dining, and community. If you’re considering a move to a mountain community with extensive amenities and an automatic country club membership, Alto is worth exploring.
Contact Pinnacle Real Estate today to get started and view available Alto property listings.
Living in Alto, NM FAQs
Do I have to pay extra for a country club membership if I buy in Alto?
No. Country club membership is automatic with any home purchase in Alto Lakes Golf & Country Club. There are no separate initiation fees or application processes. Monthly dues cover access to both golf courses, fitness facilities, dining, and all club amenities.
What amenities are included with Alto Lakes membership?
Membership includes access to three 18-hole golf courses, the fitness center with indoor and outdoor pools, tennis and pickleball courts, dining facilities, and summer concerts. You also gain membership in the Alto Lakes Tennis Association and can join the Alto Pickleball Association. Specific costs for lessons, tournaments, and dining vary. Call Alto Lakes directly for current pricing on memberships and amenities.
What are typical home prices in Alto?
Home prices in Alto vary by neighborhood and property size. For current listings and pricing, contact a real estate agent specializing in the area. Pinnacle Real Estate and Development, located adjacent to the country club, is the leading real estate firm in Alto and can provide market data and available properties.
How long does it take to close on a home in Alto?
Closing timelines depend on financing, inspections, and title work. Typical closings take 30-45 days from offer acceptance. Your real estate agent can provide a detailed timeline once you’re under contract. Contact Pinnacle Real Estate for specifics on current market conditions and closing timeframes in Alto.
Can I play golf at Alto Lakes if I’m not a member?
Alto Lakes Golf & Country Club is a private club for members and their guests. If you know a member, you can request a guest round. Many members enjoy bringing visitors to experience the courses. To play regularly, you’ll need to either become a member through home ownership or inquire about membership options. Contact Pinnacle Real Estate or the club directly for membership details.
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