Hwy 12
CO, United States
Grandote Peaks Golf Course and Country Club is an 18-hole mountain golf course located in La Veta, Colorado, at the base of the Spanish Peaks along the Highway of Legends. Designed by legendary architects Tom Weiskopf and Jay Morrish and established in 1988, the course spans 7,085 yards from the longest tees with a par of 72, a slope rating of 133, and a course rating of 72.9.
The course features four sets of tees accommodating golfers of varying skill levels. Its layout takes full advantage of the mountain setting, offering unobstructed views of the Spanish Peaks and Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The design includes wide fairways and strategically placed bunkers that balance playability with strategic challenge.
Key characteristics include scenic beauty as a defining feature, with the course providing a serene alternative to busier urban courses. The facility offers practice amenities including a driving range, putting green, chipping area, and indoor golf simulators. The course underwent significant recent improvements, with over $8 million invested in upgrades in recent years. Located just south of La Veta off Highway 12, the course is accessible from I-25 at Walsenburg and serves as an affordable golf destination for the Colorado Front Range region.
