Overview
The Ocean Course at Hokuala is highlighted by the oceanfront holes on the back nine, which offer tremendous views of the Pacific and nearby mountains. Nos. 14-16 on this Jack Nicklaus design present some dramatic—and challenging—shots along the ocean. The short par-4 16th can be reachable for longer hitters, but the narrow opening to the small green is closely guarded by the Pacific, creating a risk-reward opportunity. A word of advice from Nicklaus, who told Hokuala, “The smart play is usually to hit a hybrid or 3-iron, leaving you a little wedge down to the green.”
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Awards
100 Greatest: Ranked 88th, 1993-'94.
Best in State: Ranked inside the top 5, 1991-'93, 2003. Ranked inside the top 10, 1995-2001, 2005-'07. Ranked 13th, 2023-'24. Ranked 15th, 2019-'20. Ranked inside the top 15, 2009.
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Ratings from our panel of 1,900 course-ranking panelists
100 GREATEST/BEST IN STATE SCORES
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Reviews
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“Solid layout can get tricky in the wind. Very nice ocean vistas on back nine with a pair of risk-reward, water laden par 3's."
Read More2022
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“Very scenic course. Front nine is routed in local forest, while most of holes on back nine play near the ocean. The par 4 11th hole, which plays into the wind and requires a second long shot overwater to an island green, is one of the hardest finishing holes you will ever play."
Read More2018
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“The front nine is only average but the back nine is the star with interesting holes and stunning scenery. The stretch of holes 12-14 are pretty exciting with a long par three over the ocean, a long par four over a deep gully and lake, and the drivable par four 16th,"
Read More2018
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“Some of the best greens I have played in Hawaii. All the par 3s are special. The back nine has 8 very scenic holes on the ocean and several are unique signature holes. You also weave thru the tropical forest on several holes. Nicklaus did a great job on the redesign."
Read More2018
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“Recently renovated with all new green complexes. Conditioning is superb with one of the best stretches of ocean holes in all of Hawaii. Currently breaking ground on a new clubhouse."
Read More2018
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“Best value in Hawaii, especially if you are a local. 7 holes along the ocean. Heavy play so conditioning is a bit ragged."
Read More2018
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