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
Mauna Kea
Beautiful course but not in very good shape. Greens are barely puttable. This course is very challenging as there are very few flat lies even in the fairway.
Very enjoyable, great value.
Really enjoyed the course. Great pace. Had a GN deal for $133 all-in, and it’s definitely well worth that. No course is worth the usual $295. Greens quick, and a little rough, but otherwise great conditions, beautiful views, staff were fabulous- especially perfect and friendly service from Heather on beverage cart. Definitely recommended.
Mauna Kea
This is a wonderful course with fantastic views of the ocean and mountains. The elevated greens are a real challenge. I just loved the course.
Definitely an experience you'll remember
Yeah it was heavy-breezy the whole round but that's part of the experience here. You don't go to St. Andrews to play golf in the sunshine! I find it hard to believe that anyone would be disappointed after playing this course. It was hard to take enough time to actually enjoy all the scenery. Pace was fine - finished in just over 4.
Covid Side Note: Rakes are back in the bunkers everywhere - let's all do our part and start using them!
Stunning view!
I truly enjoyed my round there. The view was amazing and inviting! It’s a must play course!
Wonderful Hawaiian Golf
My first time here. I really enjoyed this course, the architecture, the views and the elevated greens.
Greens need overhaul
Mauna Kea is my favorite course. I’ve played it more than 50 times. Everything about the course was excellent except for the greens. A foreign strain of greens has infected the greens. Most every green has patches of this grass which effects how putts roll. I hope the course superintendent can get this under control soon.
Great Course
Most holes have breeze from water which helps on those hot days. Several view holes, but only #3 is on ocean. Course much like Pebble Beach courses.
Excellent experience!
We loved the course, beauty views, well maintained course, courteous service!
Golf
Jeff the on duty PUC is one of the finest individuals we have ever encountered over the years of playing golf. We’ll done Jeff
Over price Over rated
Poor Value for money spent
Fairways are OK, Greens is inconsistent. Many brown dry spots on greens. Singles and twosome are send out, which create a big log jams.
Not worth the money. I played at Kona Country Club three times, the fairways and greens are excellent. Fees are half the cost.
The staff in the pro shop not welcoming.
Riders fee is too much.
I'll never go back until greens are improve
Course conditions
Great scenery, layout - course conditions were average!. Views again - unbelievable!
POOR GREENS SAVE YOUR MONEY PLAY OTHER COURSES
Poor customer relations at the pro shop. Not very friendly and ignore our presence to see if we need assistance in purchasing merchandise outside service is good. GREENS ARE HORRIBLE AND NOT WORTH THE MONEY SPENT.
Kona CC has better fairways and excellent greens that cost a lot less
Not worth the money to play
Pro shop not welcoming, and the employee never welcomes us upon entering. Poor employee relations.
Greens are terrible many dry brown spots, not good to putt on. For such an expensive course I expect better greens.
I played in muni golf courses that have better greens.
SAVE YOUR MONEY AND GO PLAY KONA CC WITH EXCELLENT FAIRWAYS AND GREENS AT HALF THE PRICE
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