Trinidad Municipal Golf Course

Venue Overview

Trinidad Municipal Golf Course is a public, 9-hole golf course in Trinidad, Colorado, established in 1915 and recognized for years as one of Colorado's best nine-hole golf courses. Framed by the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and Fisher's Peak, the course uses four distinct tee box locations on every hole, making an 18-hole round the norm despite the 9-hole routing, with the white/blue tees playing 6,160 yards at a rating of 68.7 and a slope of 114.

About the Course

One of the oldest golf courses in Colorado, Trinidad Municipal has built its reputation on more than just longevity. Elevation changes, tightly guarded greens, bunkers, and mature woodlands give the course a level of challenge that belies its "small town charm," and it's often said locally that the layout carries the fingerprints of Donald Ross, though that connection remains more legend than documented fact. With four separate tee locations on each of its nine holes, players see a genuinely different look and challenge on the front and back nines, effectively delivering a full 18-hole test.

• Public, 9-hole course established in 1915 — one of the oldest in Colorado
• Four tee box locations per hole; 18 holes is the standard round
• White/Blue tees: 6,160 yards, rating 68.7, slope 114
• Gray/Black tees: 5,651 yards, rating 66.2, slope 110
• Yellow/Red tees: 5,337 yards, rating 65.4, slope 109
• Framed by the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and Fisher's Peak
• Rumored (though unconfirmed) Donald Ross design influence

The Bell Hole

Trinidad's signature hole is the par-4 second, known locally as the "Bell Hole." A blind tee shot sails over a hill with no view of the landing area, so players wait for a bell — mounted beside the cart path near the green — to ring before teeing off, signaling that the group ahead has cleared the fairway. The elevated green beyond features a false front created by a large undulation, making it one of the most talked-about holes on the course and a genuine rite of passage for first-time visitors.

Practice Facilities & Amenities

• Full-service pro shop
• Scenic mountain views from multiple elevated tee boxes, including the highest point on the course at hole 3/12
• Native wildlife viewing throughout the round
• Membership programs for the golf season
• Group event and tournament hosting, family-friendly atmosphere

Instruction

Trinidad Municipal Golf Course no longer offers private golf lessons. For questions about the course or group instruction options, contact the pro shop at (719) 846-4015.

Tournaments & Events

Trinidad hosts a full tournament schedule and league play throughout the season, with a friendly pro shop staff ready to assist with group outings of all sizes. The course is known for being especially family-friendly, welcoming golfers of every age and skill level.

Planning Your Event Here

Trinidad's century-plus history, signature Bell Hole, and Sangre de Cristo Mountain backdrop make it a distinctive option for tournaments and group events in southern Colorado. Contact the pro shop to coordinate a booking. The course is located at 1417 Nolan Drive, Trinidad, CO 81082 (719-846-4015).

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