Hapuna Golf Course

Hapuna Golf Course sits above the west shore of Hawaii's Big Island, rising from sea level to 700 feet through rugged desert terrain. Designed by Arnold Palmer and Ed Seay and opened in 1992, this 18-hole championship layout stretches to just under 6,900 yards in a links-style design that works with the natural landscape rather than against it. The Pacific Ocean is visible from every hole, giving each round a dramatic backdrop. The par-4 12th is the signature hole — played from nearly 700 feet of elevation, it offers sweeping panoramic views that reach as far as Maui on a clear day. Hapuna has built a reputation as a hidden gem among locals, with its combination of challenging play and environmental sensitivity setting it apart from other courses on the island.