Puakea Golf Course - Cheap Hawaiian Activities

Puakea Golf Course was included among the “Top 10” nine-hole facilities in the USA by Sports Illustrated in 1997, wherein the magazine described it as “too spectacular to keep off our list…dramatic in the extreme, the course offers fabulous views of the Pacific and is built amid volcanic cliffs, massive ravines, giant sinkholes and lush tropical undergrowth.”

After its construction in 2003 to complete the 18 holes, Golfweek also rated it as 7th Best in Hawaii in 2008.

Did you know that this course was crafted in more than 200 acres of land that used to be a sugar cane plantation? Designed by the great architect Robin Nelson, this golf course offers exciting 18 holes with a new driving range, putting green, and a spacious short-game practice area.

How would you like the idea of playing golf like you are in Jurassic park? Not to mention affordable. If you are looking for a budget-friendly golf course to play with your family or friends in Kauai, Puakea deserves to be on your top list. Being in great shape, you will find out it has a lot of hazards, good bunker placements, and interesting holes suitable for every level. It is also where you can meet the friendliest and most helpful crew who ensure your ultimate satisfaction.

Your one-of-a-kind experience doesn’t end there because Puakea Grill is also a must-try! Serving breakfast, lunch, and pupus (appetizers), their cuisine is made from fresh ingredients and all are local favorites. You can select from fresh island fruits, vegetable frittatas, french fries, mozzarella sticks, nachos, fried rice, omelet, fish, beef, salmon, chicken, and many more. In addition, you can also order your favorite beverages such as coffee, beer, soft drinks, hot chocolate, and many more to complete your sumptuous meal.

If you feel like having alcohol, their bar located in the restaurant offers specialty drinks, including Margarita, Asian Spiced Bloody Mary Mix, Jeremiah Sweet Tea Vodka, and more. Try their Captain Morgan Spiced Rum topped with coconut rum for a grand slam Mai Tai!

Puakea Golf Course Details

Dress Code: Proper Golf Attire

Spike Policy: Soft Spike Only

GPS Tracking: No

Architect: Robin Nelson

Open: 1997 (10 Holes), 2003 (18 Holes)

Golf Director: G.M Kellie Pleas

Course Type: 18 holes, par 72

Rating: 75.4/71.4/69.6/66.5

Greens: Bermuda

Fairways: Bermuda

Bunkers: Yes

Water Holes: Yes

Practice Green: Yes

Driving Range: Yes

Yardage: 6954/6471/6061/5225

Slope: 135/129/123/113

Yardage Markers: Sprinklers

Club Rental: Nike $40-$25

Lessons: Yes

Pull Carts: No

Golf Carts: Yes

Caddies: No

Five-somes Policy: After 9:30 am

Rider Fee: $20

Walking Allowed: No

Lockers: No

Showers: No

Club House: Yes

Pro Shop: Yes

Restaurant: Yes

Bar: Yes

Lodging: No

Conference Facilities: No

Banquet Facilities: No

Puakea Golf Course Scorecard

HOLE	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	OUT
Green	404	558	407	180	359	176	389	510	438	3,421
White	390	530	367	149	342	156	364	489	410	3,197
Blue	373	476	348	141	331	130	330	466	386	2,981
Red	296	426	321	120	302	113	249	411	346	2,584
Men’s Hcp	7	13	5	11	17	9	3	15	1
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Men’s Par	4	5	4	3	4	3	4	5	4	36
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Ladies’ Hcp	7	13	5	11	17	9	3	15	1
HOLE	10	11	12	13	14	15	16	17	18	IN
Green	401	560	397	228	390	446	134	455	522	3,533
White	363	528	356	200	369	403	120	420	495	3,254
Blue	329	510	339	171	345	380	109	393	478	3,054
Red	306	446	298	118	310	328	100	310	425	2,641
Men’s Hcp	8	10	4	12	14	6	18	2	16
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Men’s Par	4	5	4	3	4	4	3	4	5	36
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Ladies’ Hcp	8	10	4	12	14	6	6	2	16