Black Mesa Golf Club in Espanola is an 18-hole public course designed by Baxter Spann in 2003, ranked among America’s top 50 by Golf Magazine. Spanning 7,307 yards with a slope of 141, it features rolling fairways through mountainous valleys and sandstone ridges, with over 100 bunkers and natural arroyos. The clubhouse includes a pro shop, driving range, and grill, set in a remote high-desert location 30 minutes north of Santa Fe.

The course plays as a majestic desert test, with dramatic elevation changes and strategic bunkering requiring thoughtful shot-making. The par-3s, like the downhill 11th, offer stunning views, while the par-5s, such as the 536-yard 16th, provide risk-reward drama. Wind and rugged terrain add variability, rewarding adaptability in this unforgettable, scenic challenge.