Maui Golf Courses
 Kaanapali
North Golf Course
18 Holes; Par 71; 6994 yards.
The Kaanapali North Course is one of only two golf courses in all of Hawaii
designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr. The legendary architect took full
advantage of the region's scenic natural beauty to create a course that is
distinctive, demanding and appealing. The North is typically Trent Jones Sr.,
with large, contoured greens that place the emphasis on putting skill. It also
boasts one of the best finishing holes in the state, the par-four 18th hole
that Arnold Palmer, during the Canada Cup, called one of the most challenging
holes he'd played.
 Kaanapali
South Golf Course
18 Holes; Par 71; 6555 yards.
The Kaanapali South Course offers sweeping views of the West Maui coast,
the neighbor islands of Molokai and Lanai, and in the winter, humpback whales
cavorting offshore, what golf could offer more! Arthur Jack Snyder’s 18-hole
course includes a par 71 and 6,250 yards that snuggles up to the sea. Not to
mention the whimsical Sugar Cane Train, whose steam locomotive, a reminder of
turn-of-the-century Hawaii, chugs past on its way to the historic whaling town
of Lahaina.
 Kapalua
Plantation
18 Holes; Par 73; 7263 yards.
The par 73, 7,263-yard Plantation Course, is the course of the PGA TOUR
Mercedes Championships each January featuring an elite field of previous
year's PGA TOUR winners. Play the course where Ernie Ells shot 32 in 2003! A
treat to play at least once in your life. Boasting three world-class golf
courses, the state's largest staff of PGA professionals, some of Maui's most
spectacular views, a bevy of prestigious accolades, and a state-of-the-art
Golf Academy, Kapalua is considered by many as the "golf mecca of the
Pacific." The grand scale of the course designed by Ben Crenshaw and Bill
Coore unfurls across natural geographic formations and pineapple plantation
fields that take your breath away.
 Kapalua Bay
18 Holes; Par 72; 6600 yards. All prices per person including golf cart
rental.
There is no better place in the world to experience golf than at Kapalua.
Kapalua’s Bay Course features a spectacular hole – the par-3 fifth – that is
built with the tee on one side of a Pacific inlet and the green on the other.
Arnold Palmer and Francis Duane designed The Bay Course. The forerunner of
Kapalua's three championship golf courses, The Bay Course is a 6,600-yard par
72 with gently rolling fairways and generous greens. The Bay Course is an
excellent example of resort golf at its best.
 Kapalua
Village Golf Course
18 Holes; Par 72; 6632 yards.
Kapalua's second Arnold Palmer design layout, The Village
Course, twists, turns, rises and falls through the West Maui foothills. A
serene trek through Hawaiian headlands, stands of Cook and Norfolk pines
characterize this par 70 6,317-yard course. The Village is complex enough to
challenge the seasoned professional yet can be every bit as enjoyable for
beginning golfers as well.
 The Dunes at
Maui Lani Golf Course
18 Holes; Par 72; 6840 yards.
The Dunes at Maui Lani Golf Course is built on million-year old sand dunes
located in central Maui. Its 18 holes are unique to anything in America
because of the terrain upon which they are set, and the design techniques
which were deployed by the course's architect. The 6,840-yard par 72 Dunes at
Maui Lani Golf Course is designed much like the courses built centuries ago in
the British Isles, as its holes take full advantage of Maui’s natural, sloping
island dune terrain. That’s why creativity, finesse, strategy, and good
shot-making are all part of the Dunes experience. In addition to good golf,
The Dunes has the only lit range with grass tees in central Maui, and is home
to the newly opened Dunes Restaurant; all very conveniently located in central
Maui.
 Makena
North Golf Course
18 Holes; Par 72, 7017 yards.
Opened in 1993, the Makena North Course goes out of its way to make golfers
feel at one with their natural surroundings. There are no distractions on this
course-unless you considered the unobstructed views of the blue pacific,
neighboring islands, and humpback whales breaching during whale season to be a
bit distracting. Home of the Hawaii State Open; Makena is well known not only
for its layout, its excellent daily tournament playing conditions, and helpful
professional staff; but also for the best golfing weather to be found anywhere
in the world.
 Makena South Golf Course
18 Holes; Par 72, 7017 yards. All prices per person including golf cart
rental.
The proximity to the ocean is exactly why the Makena South Course is so
special. Besides having two oceanfront holes, numbers fifteen and sixteen, the
South Course also affords an excellent view of humpback whales that visit here
each winter. And since they keep coming back year after year, they must be on
to something good! The South Course boasts one of Hawaii’s top driving holes,
the par-5 number ten. According to members of the PGA Aloha Section, number
ten was selected as one of the top par 5’s in Hawaii.
 Wailea
Blue Course
18 Holes; Par 72; 6758 yards
The first course ever built in Wailea, the stately Blue is a gracious
resort course that has been ranked among America's best resort courses by Golf
Digest. In its lifetime, it has hosted such prestigious events as the LPGA
Women's Kemper Open and Japan's Asahi-Kyosen pro/celebrity golf tournament.
The Blue's fairways offer views of the ocean and Mt. Haleakala, and some of
Wailea's stunning residential communities. It features several fountains and
lakes, and an abundance of colorful hibiscus, wiliwili trees, bougainvillea
and plumeria. The Blue was designed to appeal to a broad range of players.
While it has challenged some of the finest professional players in the world,
it also offers a measure of forgiveness in its wider fairways and large
greens. Like its sister courses, the worst hazards on the blue are the visual
ones: the sapphire Pacific Ocean (where one can spot humpback whales during
the winter months), several offshore islands, a volcanic cinder cone known as
Pu'u Olai and majestic Mount Haleakala.
 Wailea
Emerald Course
18 Holes; Par 72; 6825 yards.
Rated one of the best new courses by Golf Magazine and Golf Digest, as well
as one of North America's most women-friendly by Golf for Women, the Wailea
Emerald is akin to a lush tropical playground. Flowers bloom in great
abundance: plumeria, bird of paradise, allamanda, gazenia, bougainvillea. A
true delight for any golfer. Don't be fooled by the Emerald's pleasant
appearance. It is a superbly designed course created for pure golf enjoyment,
regardless of one's handicap. Measuring 6,825 yards from the back, the Emerald
features four to six tee boxes on every hole, allowing players to tailor the
course to their playing level. Notable features include a large double green
shared by holes #10 and #17. Fronting the green is the only lake on the
course. This is perhaps one of the Emerald's more picturesque spots.
 Wailea
Gold Course
18 Holes; Par 72; 7078 yards. All prices per person including golf cart
rental.
The home course of The Senior Skins Game, the Wailea Gold Course is the
most challenging of Wailea's trio. Designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr., it has
been ranked among the country's best new courses by Golf Magazine and Golf
Digest, and one of the world's best designed by the readers of Conde Nast
Traveler. Jones flavored the Gold with elements of classic golf course design,
then finished it with a rugged, natural look. Throughout the course are stark
lava rock outcroppings, indigenous Hawaiian grasses, an abundance of kiawe (a
relative of mesquite), and remnants of papohaku, prehistoric lava rock walls
built by early Hawaiians and preserved for their historic value. The Gold's
200 foot elevation change from top to bottom enhances the numerous ocean and
mountain vistas available from virtually every hole. The course has been
labeled a "thinking player's" course because it demands strategy and careful
club selection to be played well.
 Elleair Maui Golf Club
18 Holes; Par 72; 6404 yards.
This course opened in 1987, and was originally known as Silversword. The
trade winds hit the course usually in the mornings and late afternoons, and
the course was designed with this in mind as many of the holes bring the wind
into play.
Very interesting layout and very well maintained! Lots of sand traps with
medium soft sand. A sand wedge with 12 or 14 degrees of bounce is essential!
Soft greens, cushy fairways, and fluffy rough. Pay attention to the grain!
 Kihili Golf Course
18 Holes; Par 72, 6537 yards.
Experience a day of golf at one of Maui's best golf courses. Nestled in the
foothills of the scenic West Maui Mountains, this course takes advantage of the local terrain and Hawaiian Trade Winds to create
a unique golf experience. The 6,537 yard, Par 72 Robin Nelson and Rodney
Wright designed golf course was constructed in 1991. A popular choice for both
visiting and local golfers, Sandalwood plays host to numerous Maui and
State-wide tournaments throughout the year. The Par 3's on the front side play
up and downhill to small greens. On the backside a small dry creek bed and a
lake comes into play, accuracy is a must. The Par 4's are designed to make the
golfer work to get to the greens in regulation. There are many elevation
changes combined with doglegs in both directions making long drives an
essential part of the game. The Par 5's were designed to give the long ball
hitter a chance for a birdie or possibly an eagle. The course is
conveniently located in Waikapu, a mere 10 minutes from Kahului airport and 30
minutes from the Wailea and Ka'anapali Resort Hotels. Amenities include a
two-level clubhouse with Pro Shop, Snack shop, Restaurant and banquet
facilities. Complete with all natural grass practice surfaces, rental clubs
and on-site professional golf instruction, and is a must for any golfer
visiting Maui.
 Pukalani
Golf Club
18 Holes; Par 72; 6945 yards. All prices per person including golf cart
rental.
Pukalani's fairways are wide and hilly, and its greens are fast and sloped.
The course is located at 1,100 feet in elevation, resulting in cooler playing
conditions. The biggest challenges come from the wind and elevation changes.
The high elevation provides some great views of the Island of Maui.
Pukalani is located at a 1,100-foot elevation, so the course has great
views of the Island, and can have cooler playing conditions. The terrain has
nice, gentle curves, slopes, and hills.
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