Kapalua – Plantation Course
Plan your round at Kapalua – Plantation Course
The Plantation Course is Kapalua's par 73 layout on the slopes of the West Maui Mountains, designed by Ben Crenshaw and Bill Coore and home of the PGA Tour's season-opening Sentry. It plays up to 7,596 yards (77.0 rating, 144 slope) with wide fairways, big elevation changes and ocean views from most holes. The 18th is a 677-yard par 5, the longest hole on the PGA Tour.
- Resort
- 18 holes
- Par 73
- Designed by Ben Crenshaw and Bill Coore
- Opened 1991
Course strategy
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Kapalua – Plantation Course hole by hole
Hole 1
433
yds ·Regular
A downhill par 4 from the tournament tees. One local guide suggests a drive of 220 to 240 yards to catch the hill and keep it on the line of the marker.
Hole 2
199
yds ·Regular
A par 3 where the wind usually blows left to right. The bunkers are best avoided.
Hole 3
363
yds ·Regular
A shorter par 4. Favor the left side of the fairway.
Hole 4
310
yds ·Regular
A short par 4 that tightens near the green, so a 200 to 240 yard shot is enough off the tee.
Hole 5
484
yds ·Regular
A par 5 with a fairway that slopes left to right. Aim at the arrow for the best position for the next shot. Tee shots up the left side are the safer play around the cape-style jungle.
Hole 6
375
yds ·Regular
A par 4 where a good line off the tee is the tallest pine tree in the distance.
Hole 7
491
yds ·Regular
A par 4 with rough starting about 340 yards out on the main line, which can leave a long approach. The ball tends to roll toward the right.
Hole 8
186
yds ·Regular
A par 3 where the wind usually blows right to left. In light wind expect roughly 170 to 185 yards from the back.
Hole 9
492
yds ·Regular
A par 5 where playing left of center off the tee sets up the next shot.
Hole 10
308
yds ·Regular
A par 4 whose fairway slopes sharply right to left. Hit toward the arrow to be rewarded.
Hole 11
161
yds ·Regular
The last par 3 on the course, playing toward Lanai. The wind usually blows right to left and a shot of 150 to 160 yards is typical. Miss short rather than long.
Hole 12
366
yds ·Regular
A par 4 where aiming at the arrow gets you close to the green. Watch for a bunker hidden from the fairway.
Hole 13
347
yds ·Regular
A par 4 where the suggested line off the tee is the right corner of the bunker.
Hole 14
271
yds ·Regular
A short par 4. A drive of about 250 yards to the right edge of the bunker leaves roughly 100 yards to the course's smallest green.
Hole 15
500
yds ·Regular
A three-shot par 5. Hit down the middle and do not try to cut the corner.
Hole 16
354
yds ·Regular
A par 4 where the hill kicks a drive aimed at the marker into a landing area with a good angle to the green. A fairway bunker lurks if the line is missed.
Hole 17
462
yds ·Regular
A par 4 on the card that plays downwind. Around 300 yards brings long hitters to the end of the fairway on the main line, so be careful.
Hole 18
599
yds ·Regular
A par 5 of 677 yards from the tour tees, the longest hole on the PGA Tour. Aim at the right chimney of the clubhouse for the most roll on the drive; the fairway slope helps a long drive.
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Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | Tour | Championship | Regular | Resort | Forward |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 1 | 520 | 470 | 433 | 433 | 380 |
| 2 | 3 | 17 | 219 | 219 | 199 | 173 | 133 |
| 3 | 4 | 3 | 424 | 379 | 363 | 345 | 258 |
| 4 | 4 | 11 | 422 | 382 | 310 | 212 | 212 |
| 5 | 5 | 13 | 526 | 526 | 484 | 445 | 314 |
| 6 | 4 | 15 | 424 | 397 | 375 | 312 | 294 |
| 7 | 4 | 5 | 522 | 522 | 491 | 480 | 460 |
| 8 | 3 | 9 | 199 | 199 | 186 | 170 | 141 |
| 9 | 5 | 7 | 550 | 514 | 492 | 440 | 430 |
| Out | 36 | 3,806 | 3,608 | 3,333 | 3,010 | 2,622 | |
| 10 | 4 | 12 | 384 | 348 | 308 | 277 | 246 |
| 11 | 3 | 16 | 161 | 161 | 161 | 144 | 121 |
| 12 | 4 | 14 | 424 | 424 | 366 | 321 | 294 |
| 13 | 4 | 4 | 383 | 383 | 347 | 296 | 193 |
| 14 | 4 | 18 | 301 | 301 | 271 | 263 | 225 |
| 15 | 5 | 6 | 541 | 541 | 500 | 464 | 335 |
| 16 | 4 | 10 | 369 | 369 | 354 | 302 | 266 |
| 17 | 4 | 2 | 550 | 513 | 462 | 452 | 423 |
| 18 | 5 | 8 | 677 | 636 | 599 | 548 | 503 |
| In | 37 | 3,790 | 3,676 | 3,368 | 3,067 | 2,606 | |
| Total | 73 | 7,596 | 7,284 | 6,701 | 6,077 | 5,228 | |
| Rating / Slope | 77.0 / 144 | 75.5 / 140 | 72.8 / 134 | 70.0 / 127 | 65.5 / 116 | ||
| Women's rating / slope | — | — | 80.0 / 146 | 75.4 / 135 | 70.2 / 124 | ||
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Arrive 45 minutes before your tee time
- Book by phone at 1-877-KAPALUA or (808) 669-8044
- Request a standard cart; handicap carts are not available
- Expect afternoon trade winds and occasional rain showers
- Choose your tee: forward tees play 5,181 yards, tour tees 7,596
- No weather refunds unless the course is closed as unsafe
- Check for maintenance closures before booking
Arrival & check-in
Arrive 45 minutes before your tee time at the Plantation Course. The golf shop is open 6 AM to 6 PM.
Carts & walking
Handicap carts are not available for safety reasons. Non-playing riders pay an additional cart fee.
Practice facilities
A driving range is available at the Plantation Course. Private instruction is offered through Kapalua Golf.
Rentals & pro shop
Men's and ladies' rental sets from Titleist and Callaway are available.
Food & drink
Taverna is the dining option at the Plantation clubhouse. Other resort dining is listed on the Kapalua site.
Policies
Tee times are booked by phone at 1-877-KAPALUA or (808) 669-8044. Standard rate booking opens 30 days out, Kapalua resort guests can book 60 days out, and Kama'aina have an initial 7-day window; premium-rate times 31 to 90 days out are online only at a higher rate. Rates are locked at booking. There are no weather refunds unless the course is closed and deemed unsafe to play. The course closes periodically for maintenance, so check dates before booking.
Quick answers
Kapalua – Plantation Course at a glance
Is Kapalua – Plantation Course open to the public?
Kapalua – Plantation Course is a resort course — check with the course for who can book tee times.
How many holes does Kapalua – Plantation Course have, and what's the par?
Kapalua – Plantation Course has 18 holes and plays to a par of 73, from 5,228 to 7,596 yards depending on the tees.
Is there a hole-by-hole guide to Kapalua – Plantation Course?
Yes. This guide covers Kapalua – Plantation Course hole by hole, with the course's own notes on its holes.
Who designed Kapalua – Plantation Course?
Kapalua – Plantation Course was designed by Ben Crenshaw and Bill Coore and opened in 1991.
What are the cart and walking rules at Kapalua – Plantation Course?
Handicap carts are not available for safety reasons. Non-playing riders pay an additional cart fee.
What practice facilities does Kapalua – Plantation Course have?
A driving range is available at the Plantation Course. Private instruction is offered through Kapalua Golf.
What food and drink does Kapalua – Plantation Course have?
Taverna is the dining option at the Plantation clubhouse. Other resort dining is listed on the Kapalua site.
How do you book a tee time at Kapalua – Plantation Course?
Call the course at (808) 669-8044.
Where is Kapalua – Plantation Course?
Kapalua – Plantation Course is at 2000 Plantation Club Dr, Lahaina, HI 96761.
Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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