Mauna Kea Golf Course
About
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.
| Tee | Par | Length | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Championship | 72 | 7370 yards | 76.6 | 144 |
| Tournament | 72 | 6806 yards | 73.6 | 140 |
| Resort | 72 | 6358 yards | 71.4 | 138 |
| Composite | 72 | 5798 yards | 69.2 | 133 |
| Composite (W) | 72 | 5798 yards | 75.7 | 132 |
| Forward | 72 | 5096 yards | 66.0 | 122 |
| Forward (W) | 72 | 5096 yards | 71.3 | 124 |
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Championship M: 76.8/143 W: 84.5/155 | 374 | 380 | 272 | 438 | 600 | 338 | 218 | 547 | 430 | 3597 | 567 | 250 | 392 | 374 | 425 | 211 | 484 | 620 | 450 | 3773 | 7370 |
| Tournament M: 74.0/140 W: 81.1/152 | 374 | 357 | 205 | 385 | 560 | 338 | 198 | 526 | 375 | 3318 | 534 | 214 | 373 | 337 | 425 | 188 | 425 | 561 | 431 | 3488 | 6806 |
| Resort M: 71.9/137 W: 78.9/147 | 353 | 336 | 179 | 357 | 518 | 315 | 188 | 493 | 342 | 3081 | 509 | 206 | 340 | 326 | 405 | 171 | 397 | 538 | 385 | 3277 | 6358 |
| Composite M: 69.3/127 W: 75.5/139 | 347 | 305 | 145 | 348 | 453 | 284 | 169 | 485 | 305 | 2841 | 463 | 191 | 332 | 270 | 324 | 163 | 390 | 493 | 363 | 2989 | 5830 |
| Forward/Composite W: 71.2/128 | 325 | 223 | 145 | 274 | 372 | 267 | 142 | 446 | 287 | 2481 | 428 | 173 | 287 | 264 | 305 | 111 | 290 | 465 | 314 | 2637 | 5118 |
| Forward M: 66.1/118 W: 71.1/125 | 325 | 223 | 108 | 274 | 372 | 267 | 142 | 446 | 287 | 2444 | 428 | 173 | 287 | 264 | 305 | 111 | 290 | 465 | 314 | 2637 | 5081 |
| Handicap | 7 | 11 | 13 | 1 | 3 | 17 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 2 | 10 | 12 | 18 | 4 | 16 | 6 | 8 | 14 | |||
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap (W) | 5 | 11 | 15 | 13 | 3 | 7 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 2 | 16 | 6 | 12 | 10 | 18 | 14 | 4 | 8 |
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Reviewer Photos
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#11 Photo submitted by u631207672 on 07/08/2023
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Photo submitted by u382536859 on 05/28/2023
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#1 approach Photo submitted by u000001012847 on 05/02/2023
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Photo submitted by u000001012847 on 05/02/2023
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#3 Photo submitted by u000001012847 on 05/02/2023
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Photo submitted by u000001012847 on 05/02/2023
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Photo submitted by u000001012847 on 05/02/2023
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Photo submitted by u000001012847 on 05/02/2023
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Photo submitted by u314162579973 on 04/30/2023
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Photo submitted by jampete23 on 03/21/2023
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Photo submitted by jampete23 on 03/21/2023
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Photo submitted by u314163738234 on 03/09/2023
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Photo submitted by Dale2537591 on 02/06/2023
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Photo submitted by Dale2537591 on 02/06/2023
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Photo submitted by Dale2537591 on 02/06/2023
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Photo submitted by u000003222065 on 01/08/2023
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Historic 3rd hole Photo submitted by jtfred on 01/07/2023
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Photo submitted by jtfred on 01/07/2023
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Photo submitted by u837832471 on 01/02/2023
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Photo submitted by u038848048 on 12/24/2022
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Photo submitted by u038848048 on 12/24/2022
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11th green Photo submitted by WinterGolfTrip on 12/01/2022
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11th hole Photo submitted by u879676728 on 11/13/2022
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Challenging Par 3 Photo submitted by Steveabdo on 05/17/2022
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Photo submitted by u314161182673 on 04/27/2022
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3rd hole Photo submitted by statexe on 04/05/2022
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2nd hole Photo submitted by Smorrical on 03/27/2022
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Photo submitted by u1623910650 on 03/09/2022
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Photo submitted by u314162513180 on 03/04/2022
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Photo submitted by chrischatten on 02/18/2022
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Photo submitted by RTellmann on 02/09/2022
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Photo submitted by u314162438099 on 02/01/2022
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Photo submitted by u314161116901 on 01/25/2022
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Photo submitted by u314161116901 on 01/25/2022
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Photo submitted by jensen2741 on 01/23/2022
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Signature Par 3 Photo submitted by stevemyerson on 01/21/2022
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Photo submitted by uIOSF3652IO on 01/07/2022
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bliss Photo submitted by jendever on 12/03/2021
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Hole 3 play from the tips to hit over the ocean. Photo submitted by jimm462 on 11/22/2021
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Third hole Photo submitted by beckm8 on 10/10/2021
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Photo submitted by u314161667674 on 09/03/2021
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3rd hole. Par 3 210 yards all carry. Photo submitted by Edward7169256 on 07/16/2021
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#11 Par 3 214 yards Photo submitted by VL1009 on 03/31/2021
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Photo submitted by paulboyf on 03/25/2021
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Beautiful scenery on some of the holes! Photo submitted by u314161181557 on 03/09/2021
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Photo submitted by Snaphook417 on 01/29/2020
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The third hole at Mauna Kea plays over an ocean cliff. Photo submitted by JasonDeeganGA on 01/28/2014
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The signature 3rd hole. Photo submitted by u000001952421 on 02/18/2013
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Photo submitted by climbr17 on 12/02/2012
Top Notch
have played many courses in many countries, now match what this place offers, great conditions, view, weather and perfect location
Mauna Kea from the tips
This course is a big, grand layout. Everything about it is great. Greens are tricky and excellent. Course is long and plays even longer. Bunkers are deep and well kept.
I’ve played many fantistic courses, this course is right up there with the Bandon Dunes courses, Whistling Straits, etc.
It’s a 10 out of 10.
Great Course
Beautiful tropical course. Cheaper thru a Golf Now Hot Deal than as a Hotel guest. Deep fairway bunkers are a one shot penalty, some greens are very slopped and very three puttable from above the hole.
Golf course has good views - in my humble opinion bunkers we're in bad shape not raked and sand was heavy.
Also too many bunkers and almost all greens are elevated- which makes the resort course difficult for average golfer.
Greens were fast but fair.
Magnificent views
Great historic course that Arnie, Jack and Gary opened back in the 60s.
My only complaint for the cost would be the bunkers need some work.
Great Drink Cart and stunning views
My favorite course in the entire island, it’s a must. Then grab a cocktail at the resort bar and enjoy sunset.
Great island golf.
Beautiful course, great condition. On course markings are a challenge or non existent. Hole direction and tee box indications are lacking. Everything else was perfect!
Highly recommend!
Vancouver Buds
Great, challenging but fair course, amazing views
The course design is great, reared smart course management and welcomes all sorts of players for a chance to score a good round. If you are a long hitter (260 yards driver of the tee)I recommend playing blues or blacks, for every one else red (resort tees or whites).
The greens are fairly large, well conditioned, but with challenging and fun breaks.
If you are for a huge challenge, play when is windy, all I have to say is: good luck!
The views are outstanding! I mean postcard worthy and you won’t regret the experience.
The practice area is very nice, well maintained and supplied with plenty of clean and organized balls.
Best public course on the big island
Liked this course better than Hapuna, Mauna Lani (both courses), Waikoloa, Hawaii CC.
The best layout on the island
Very little wind made for a great day. One group spent a bit too much time taking photos but let us play through. The greens are good but have some irregular patches. The only down side was the condition of the traps - grass growing in some and random sand depth - it didn't help that it seemed no one had raked them after their shots. Still well worrh the visit.
My Mauna Kea Experience
The course was beautiful and in excellent condition. Greens were in very good shape. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Unforgettable Experience!
I had the pleasure of playing this course with my dad in celebration of his 75th birthday and it was an unforgettable experience. The course was in excellent condition and the views were stunning. The pro shop was full of the most irresistible merch and gear I’ve ever seen in a golf shop and I paid nearly as much in there as I did on our pair of green fees. I can’t recommend this course enough, if you have the chance to play here, don’t hesitate, just do it, you will be so glad that you did.
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