Mauna Kea Golf Course


Kamuela, Hawaii 96743
Hawaii County
Web: maunakeabeachhotel.com/golf
With Mauna Kea Golf Course, Robert Trent Jones Sr. transformed what was seemingly a barren lava field into what is now one of Hawaii's most popular courses. The challenging layout has holes that play right along the sea as well as over 300 feet above.
With Mauna Kea Golf Course, Robert Trent Jones Sr. transformed what was seemingly a barren lava field into what is now one of Hawaii's most popular courses. The challenging layout has holes that play right along the sea as well as over 300 feet above. The course tumbles across seaside cliffs, offering views of the beautiful Kohala Coast. The elevated, undulating greens and prevailing coastal winds demand accuracy. On blustery days 200 yards could feel like 1,000 yards. There are also more than 100 bunkers strategically placed throughout. Mauna Kea Golf Course's signature third hole is the course's most well known by far. This legendary par 3 requires a dramatic carry across a rocky shoreline, sprinkled with nooks and crannies that are filled with hundreds of lost golf balls. To prepare for this demanding course, golfers can warm-up on the driving range and putting green.
See also
Articles:
- Mauna Kea Golf Course's legacy grows with each year
- Mauna Kea Golf Course on the Big Island: Keeping up with the Joneses
- Gallery: Mauna Kea Golf Course on the Big Island - Better than ever after Rees Jones revamp
- Gallery: Mauna Kea Golf Course on the Big Island - Hawaii's iconic course turns 50 in 2014
Golf course details
- Holes: 18
- Designed by: Chris Gray, Nelson & Haworth, Rees Jones, Robert Trent Jones, Sr., Roger Rulewich, Steve Weisser
- Public/Private: Resort
- Year opened: 1964
- Golf Season: Year round
- Guest Policy: Open
- Tee times welcomed: Yes
- Fairways: Tifway 419 Hybrid Bermuda Grass
- Greens: Ultra-Dwarf Tifeagle Bermuda Grass
Facilities
- Pro in house: Yes
- Driving range: Yes
- Rental clubs: Yes
- Rental carts: Yes - included in green fees
Green fees price ranges
- Week days: $185 - $295
- Weekends: $185 - $295
- Tee times from $195 - Check prices
Course policies
- Metal spikes allowed: No
- Dress code: Proper golf attire must be worn at all times
- Credit cards accepted: VISA, MasterCard, Amex Welcomed
Length, slope and rating for each tee
Tee | Par | Yardage | Slope | Rating |
---|---|---|---|---|
Championship | 72 | 7370 | 144 | 76.6 |
Forward | 72 | 5096 | 122 | 66 |
Tournament | 72 | 6806 | 140 | 73.6 |
Composite | 72 | 5798 | 133 | 69.2 |
Resort | 72 | 6358 | 138 | 71.4 |
Composite (W) | 72 | 5798 | 132 | 75.7 |
Forward (W) | 72 | 5096 | 124 | 71.3 |
Not a World Class Venue. Beautiful but not great.