The Plantation Course
About The Plantation Course
The Plantation Course is a 18-hole golf course located in kahului, Hawaii.. From the Tournament tees, the course plays to 7,596 yards with a par of 73. The Tournament tees carry a slope rating of 144 and a course rating of 77.0.
Walking is permitted.
With a maximum slope rating of 146, The Plantation Course is one of the more challenging courses in Hawaii, playing harder than 100% of courses in the state. Golfers should bring their best game and consider playing from a forward tee set for a more enjoyable round.
The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 5,181 to 7,596 yards, making it accessible to golfers of all skill levels. Choosing the right tees for your handicap is the single biggest factor in how much you enjoy your round.
Hawaii offers year-round golf. Winter months (November through March) are peak season with comfortable temperatures and strong demand. Summer rounds often benefit from lower rates and faster pace.
Par
73
Length
7,596
Slope
144
Rating
77.0
Course Difficulty Analysis
146
This Course
133
HI Average
113
US Average
Based on 60 rated courses in Hawaii
Scorecard
| Hole | Slp | CR | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Tot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tournament | 144 | 77.0 | 520 | 219 | 424 | 422 | 526 | 424 | 522 | 199 | 550 | 3806 | 384 | 161 | 424 | 383 | 301 | 541 | 369 | 550 | 677 | 3790 | 7,596 |
Championship | 140 | 75.5 | 470 | 219 | 379 | 382 | 526 | 397 | 522 | 199 | 514 | 3608 | 348 | 161 | 424 | 383 | 301 | 541 | 369 | 513 | 636 | 3676 | 7,284 |
Championship/Regular Combo | 137 | 74.0 | 470 | 199 | 363 | 310 | 526 | 397 | 491 | 186 | 492 | 3434 | 348 | 161 | 366 | 347 | 301 | 500 | 369 | 513 | 599 | 3504 | 6,938 |
Regular | 146 | 80.0 | 471 | 199 | 363 | 382 | 484 | 375 | 491 | 186 | 492 | 3443 | 308 | 161 | 366 | 347 | 271 | 500 | 354 | 462 | 599 | 3368 | 6,811 |
Regular | 134 | 72.8 | 433 | 199 | 363 | 310 | 484 | 375 | 491 | 186 | 492 | 3333 | 308 | 161 | 366 | 347 | 271 | 500 | 354 | 462 | 599 | 3368 | 6,701 |
Regular/Resort Combo | 139 | 77.9 | 433 | 173 | 363 | 382 | 484 | 375 | 480 | 170 | 440 | 3300 | 277 | 161 | 321 | 296 | 271 | 500 | 302 | 452 | 599 | 3179 | 6,479 |
Regular/Resort Combo | 130 | 71.6 | 433 | 173 | 363 | 310 | 484 | 375 | 480 | 170 | 440 | 3228 | 277 | 161 | 321 | 296 | 271 | 500 | 302 | 452 | 599 | 3179 | 6,407 |
Resort | 135 | 75.4 | 433 | 173 | 345 | 212 | 445 | 312 | 480 | 170 | 440 | 3010 | 277 | 144 | 321 | 296 | 263 | 464 | 302 | 452 | 548 | 3067 | 6,077 |
Resort | 127 | 70.0 | 433 | 173 | 345 | 212 | 445 | 312 | 480 | 170 | 440 | 3010 | 277 | 144 | 321 | 296 | 263 | 464 | 302 | 452 | 548 | 3067 | 6,077 |
Forward/Resort Combo | 129 | 72.5 | 380 | 133 | 258 | 212 | 445 | 294 | 460 | 141 | 383 | 2706 | 246 | 121 | 294 | 296 | 225 | 464 | 266 | 423 | 503 | 2838 | 5,544 |
Forward | 124 | 70.2 | 380 | 133 | 258 | 212 | 314 | 294 | 460 | 141 | 383 | 2575 | 246 | 121 | 294 | 193 | 225 | 335 | 266 | 423 | 503 | 2606 | 5,181 |
Forward | 116 | 65.5 | 380 | 133 | 258 | 212 | 314 | 294 | 460 | 141 | 383 | 2575 | 246 | 121 | 294 | 193 | 225 | 335 | 266 | 423 | 503 | 2606 | 5,181 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 73 | ||
| HCP | 11 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 7 | 13 | 5 | 15 | 1 | 10 | 18 | 14 | 4 | 16 | 6 | 12 | 2 | 8 |
Which Tees Should I Play?
The Plantation Course offers 12 tee sets. Choose the tees that match your handicap for the most enjoyable round.
| Tee | Yards | Slope | Rating | Hcp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Tournament | 7,596 | 144 | 77.0 | 0-5 |
Championship | 7,284 | 140 | 75.5 | 0-5 |
Championship/Regular Combo | 6,938 | 137 | 74.0 | 0-5 |
Regular | 6,811 | 146 | 80.0 | 0-5 |
Regular | 6,701 | 134 | 72.8 | 0-5 |
Regular/Resort Combo | 6,479 | 139 | 77.9 | 5-15 |
Regular/Resort Combo | 6,407 | 130 | 71.6 | 5-15 |
Resort | 6,077 | 135 | 75.4 | 12-22 |
Resort | 6,077 | 127 | 70.0 | 12-22 |
Forward/Resort Combo | 5,544 | 129 | 72.5 | 20-30 |
Forward | 5,181 | 124 | 70.2 | 20-30 |
Forward | 5,181 | 116 | 65.5 | 20-30 |
Amenities at The Plantation Course
The Plantation Course features a pro shop.
How to Book a Tee Time
Set a tee time alert on Stymie for The Plantation Course. Choose your dates, time window, and group size. Stymie monitors tee sheets every 5 minutes and sends instant notifications. You can also book directly through the facility website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Plantation Course a public or private golf course?expand_more
The Plantation Course is a public golf course located in kahului, HI. The course is open to the public for daily fee play.
How many holes does The Plantation Course have?expand_more
The Plantation Course is a 18-hole golf course.
What is the yardage at The Plantation Course?expand_more
From the Tournament tees, The Plantation Course plays to 7,596 yards (par 73). The course offers 12 tee sets ranging from 5,181 to 7,596 yards.
What is the slope rating at The Plantation Course?expand_more
The Tournament tees at The Plantation Course have a slope rating of 144 and a course rating of 77.0. A slope of 113 is average difficulty; this course is significantly above average difficulty.
Can you walk The Plantation Course?expand_more
Yes, walking is allowed at The Plantation Course. Golf carts are also available.
How do I book a tee time at The Plantation Course?expand_more
You can set a tee time alert on Stymie to get notified when availability opens at The Plantation Course. You can also visit their website directly at https://www.golfatkapalua.com/plantation-course/. Stymie monitors tee sheets and alerts you the moment your preferred time slot becomes available.
What amenities does The Plantation Course offer?expand_more
The Plantation Course offers a pro shop.
Where is The Plantation Course located?expand_more
The Plantation Course is located in kahului, HI.
What is the difficulty level at The Plantation Course?expand_more
The Plantation Course is classified as very high difficulty with a maximum slope rating of 146. It plays harder than 100% of golf courses in Hawaii. The average slope rating in Hawaii is 133. A slope rating of 113 represents average difficulty nationally.
Which tees should I play at The Plantation Course?expand_more
The Plantation Course offers 12 tee sets. Tournament tees (7,596 yards, slope 144) are recommended for scratch and low-handicap golfers. Forward tees (5,181 yards, slope 116) are recommended for higher-handicap golfers and seniors. Choose the tee set where the slope rating is closest to your handicap comfort level.
What is the best tee for beginners at The Plantation Course?expand_more
Beginners at The Plantation Course should play the Forward tees, which play 5,181 yards with a slope of 116. This is the most forgiving tee option and provides an enjoyable round for newer golfers.
What would a 15-handicap shoot at The Plantation Course?expand_more
A 15-handicap golfer playing the Regular/Resort Combo tees (slope 130, rating 71.6) at The Plantation Course would have a course handicap of 16 and an expected score of approximately 89. This is calculated using the USGA World Handicap System formula: Course Handicap = Handicap Index × (Slope / 113) + (Course Rating − Par). Sign in on Stymie with your handicap to see a personalized prediction for every tee.
How long does a round take at The Plantation Course?expand_more
A typical round at The Plantation Course takes approximately 4 hours. Expect 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on pace of play, group size, and course conditions. Weekday rounds tend to be faster than weekend morning tee times.