The long-quiet Dos Lagos golf course is finally getting a second act. The City of Anthony has signed off on a lease to turn the dormant fairways into a roughly 118-acre regional sports and recreation complex, complete with youth soccer fields, pickleball courts, walking and biking trails, and open park space. The build-out is planned in phases, with city officials saying Anthony residents will get priority access to the fields and pay half the standard usage fee when the facilities are open to the public.
Council Signs Lease, Mayor Frames The Pitch
The Board of Trustees voted to approve the lease that clears the way for development at the former Dos Lagos site, which city leaders describe as about 118 acres set to roll out in stages. Phase I is expected to focus on youth soccer fields and pickleball courts, with later phases designed to host tournaments and regional events. "This project reflects our vision for a stronger, more connected Anthony - built for our youth, our families, and our future," Mayor Gabriel I. Holguin said, according to KVIA.
Masterplan, Public Input And Next Steps
According to the City of Anthony, the Dos Lagos project page includes a presentation and public survey where residents can weigh in as planners refine the preliminary master plan. City materials stress a phased approach so that some amenities can open sooner while reserving space for bigger events and future expansion down the line.
Dos Lagos' Recent History
The transformation has been a slow burn since the city acquired the former golf course in 2019. As reported by the Albuquerque Journal, Memorial Medical Center opened a 3,400-square-foot urgent care clinic on the Dos Lagos property in June 2025, making it the first piece of the envisioned campus to actually open its doors.
What Comes Next
With the lease in place, city officials say the near-term work will center on finalizing designs, securing funding, and mapping out construction phases. A firm timeline for full build-out and opening dates has not yet been released. Officials emphasize that the phased plan is intended to balance everyday recreational use for residents with the ability to host larger regional tournaments once future stages are complete.
Why It Matters To Anthony
Supporters argue the complex could give local families more places to play while drawing visiting teams that might pump extra dollars into nearby shops and restaurants on game weekends. City leaders are promoting the project as a way to expand access to sports, trails, and open space while keeping user fees lower for Anthony residents.
