Is the Regular Annual Pass (unlimited golf) worth it?
Quick answer
59 rounds to pay back the $1,580 pass.
In the scenario “Ladera 18 holes, Mon-Fri, regular adult”, you save $27.00 per round ($27 without vs $0 with). Across the scenarios below the range is 48 to 59 rounds.
Term: Annual (confirm exact term at Golf Administration). Only count rounds you will actually play in that window.
At a glance
- Price
- $1,580Prices subject to change
- Other versions
- 2nd household member (purchased together): $800
- Term
- Annual (confirm exact term at Golf Administration)
- Valid at
- Ladera, Arroyo del Oso, Los Altos, Puerto del Sol
- Type
- Unlimited / season pass
What's included
- Unlimited golf seven days a week at all City-operated courses
Who can buy it (resident / non-resident rules)
- Resident: No residency requirement stated on the pass page. Buy in person at Golf Administration, 6401 Osuna Rd NE.
- Non-resident: Not published
Break-even by scenario
| Scenario | Without | With | Saves / round | Break-even ($1,580) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ladera 18 holes, Mon-Fri, regular adultPosted Ladera rates; page states the same $27 / $33.50 at the other city courses per course pages. Half cart $17 extra. source | $27 | $0 | $27.00 | 59 rounds |
| Ladera 18 holes, weekend/holiday, regular adultPosted Ladera weekend rate. source | $33.50 | $0 | $33.50 | 48 rounds |
| Ladera 18 holes with half cart, Mon-Fri$27 + $17 half cart vs pass holder paying only the cart. source | $44 | $17 | $27.00 | 59 rounds |
Break-even = pass price ÷ savings per round, rounded up. Included complimentary or bonus rounds are not netted out. Methodology.
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Data notes & caveats
- Only the Ladera rate page was read directly this pass; Arroyo del Oso and Los Altos pages were confirmed via search summaries.
- No pass-holder user fee is listed for the Regular pass (the PM pass lists one).
Sources
- Official pass page: https://www.cabq.gov/parksandrecreation/recreation/golf/annual-golf-passes
- https://www.cabq.gov/parksandrecreation/recreation/golf/faq
Last verified Oct 16, 2026 · data confidence: high. Prices and rules change; confirm with the issuer before buying. ParPass is not affiliated with City of Albuquerque Parks and Recreation.