Ko'olau Golf Club

Reader Ratings / Reviews

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  by w. hasseler
  on July 22nd, 2011 16:58

  If you love golf. you gotta go! The local 'rule' is; you will lose as many golf balls as your hdcp. I'm an 11 and lost three,so I hit it straight. There is a 170 - 180yd. carry from guest tees to MANY fairways,cart paths take you on jungle tours as you travel to your tee shots. High tropical covered cliffs are along West side of course. There are features one would seldom find on a golf course. More than worth the fees!
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  by Jim Nuovo
  on December 28th, 2010 07:48

  What a special place. Teed of with a 2 iron most of the day playing from the blue's. I played it on a Tuesday and had to go back on Thursday for a second flogging. My son tried to get me to hit it over the tree's on 18.(no way) Shot 86 then 82 and felt like a super star. I would recommend this course to any one that enjoys a good old fashion butt whipping.
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  by Jeremy Ehardt
  on November 22nd, 2010 12:35

  My friend lives in Kane'ohe and I frequent the course anytime I am there. I am a scratch golfer and this course is a ton of fun. As my frined told me the first time I played there, bring some extra balls. YOu will likely lose a few the first time you play
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  by George Amey
  on October 09th, 2010 15:43

  Do you realize 14 of the 18 holes have forced carries of at least 100 yds.. The 18th hole is diabolical; even laying up a second shot leaves you with another really tough shot or again play to safety in front of green. With all this it is still a great course. Enjoy!
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  by ezgolfer
  on October 08th, 2010 11:57

  Not knowing what to expect, and playing to a 9 handicap, I shot 96 my first time and lost 6 balls. Second time, 86 and lost 1 ball. Third time 81 from the blue tees, none lost. It's a magnificent golf course that must be experienced regardless of your abilities.
  
  The sooner you learn not to challenge this course the fewer balls you'll lose. The real challenge here is controlling your game, and when you can do that, the course is easy and absolutely beautiful.
  
  Beware! The slope from the whites is 138, blues 145. But don't miss it.
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  by Len
  on September 25th, 2010 14:08

  The course is like the most beautiful woman in the world, but today she was in a bad mood.
  
  Great course and I see why it is one of the hardest and most beauiful course in the country.
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  by Jamie
  on August 13th, 2010 13:22

  Nasty. Diabolical. Evil. Perfection.
  
  Set amid a majestic rainforest, Koolau is golfing heaven disguised as golfing hell. Every hole is a potential card wrecker, every shot a knee trembling experience. It features shots even good golfers squirm at. Highlights are 7, 8, 11, 16 & 17. Play this place to enjoy it and try not to pay too much attention to your card, it will be a harrowing experience if you do
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  by Lewis Greer
  on June 11th, 2010 14:09

  If you love beautiful and challenging golf courses, you have to play Ko'olau.
  
  I'd read for years about just how tough it was and frankly was a little intimidated, but decided I had to see for myself. I am glad I did.
  
  On the first hole I pulled one left into a hazard, dropped a ball with a penalty stroke, and played the rest of the day with that ball. A moral victory!
  
  The course was not crowded at all (weekday), so I also took several pictures on the first and second holes. I could have done that all the way around, because the holes and the vistas were amazing.
  
  I played the first 14 alone and the last four with a local. He said a lot of the locals don't play there because it is too difficult. It holds its own, but it is fair. Just keep the ball in front of you and enjoy the views.
  
  The course was in excellent condition, the staff was very friendly and helpful, and I can't wait to go back again.
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  by j long
  on April 21st, 2010 12:11

  best golf course ive ever played i have now traveled back to oahu 5 times in the past 5 years. the one reason why is ko'olau golf club.
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  by Scott
  on March 27th, 2010 20:41

  Without a doubt the hardest course I have ever played. This course challenges every part of your game instead of gripping and ripping you have to be smart and leave the driver in the bag on alot of holes. I now know why the professionals avoid this place. I had the time of my life though and will be back out to play it again "SOON".
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  by Wm. Lin
  on March 05th, 2010 11:19

  Superb challenge...every hole unique...best deal on the island for locals and visitors alike. The course provides a good measure for your game. Current management team is doing a good job on improving playability and making the course an enjoyable experience. Never a bad choice to play Ko'olau Golf Course.
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  by Ho Chien Mien
  on February 21st, 2010 19:35

  Played there in 2004. It was the most spectacular course I played in Oahu. Very scenic and very challenging. Very reasonably priced too for such a fantastic golf course.
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  by young kim
  on January 17th, 2010 18:46

  we played twice in this course. absolute gem with beautiful scenery.
  other than dampness during wet winter season, I will rate this one better than other well known, over- priced courses around other islands.
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  by David Dimmich
  on January 08th, 2010 07:18

  We played Ko'olau during the winter, which is the wet season, so the course was damp, but absolutely the most scenic track I've ever been on. It's very difficult, but I knew that going in, and I was there for the experience, not the score. Some of the holes are simply breathtaking, and you often catch yourself just standing and looking around, instead of concentrating on your game.
  
  It's the only course I've ever played in the islands, but I'd play it again in a heartbeat.