Ocean Course at Hokuala

Lihue, HI · 1.3 mi away

Puakea Golf Course occupies more than 200 acres of former sugar cane plantation land near Lihue on the island of Kauai. Designed by architect Robin Nelson, the course rises and falls through deep ravines and lava rock formations, with pali and ocean views from much of the property. The 18-hole, par-72 layout stretches to roughly 6,954 yards and mixes rolling mounds, strategic bunkering, and water features across varied terrain, giving each hole a distinct look. Foliage from the site's plantation history borders many fairways. Puakea operates as a public daily-fee course open to visitors and Kauai residents alike, with a kamaaina rate for locals, club rentals, and a pro shop. Collared shirts and covered footwear are required, and tee times can be booked online.

Lihue, HI · 4.4 mi away

Wailua Municipal Golf Course is a county-owned course in Lihue on the island of Kauai, Hawaii, near the Wailua coastline. It was first built as nine holes in the 1930s, with a second nine added in 1961; Toyo Shirai designed the course. The 18-hole layout measures about 6,991 yards from the back tees at a par of 72, with several holes running along the ocean and others set inland with mountain views. It has hosted multiple USGA Amateur Public Links Championships. Wailua is a public municipal course operated by the County of Kauai's parks department, with a pro shop, driving range, practice areas, and an on-site restaurant. Tee time reservations are required for all play.

Koloa, HI · 7.8 mi away

Poipu Bay Golf Course sits on the south shore of Kauai in Poipu, Hawaii. Robert Trent Jones Jr. designed it and the course opened in 1991, playing to a par 72 across cliffside ground above the Pacific. The holes run over old sugar-plantation land that falls toward the ocean, with several played along the cliff edge and ancient stone walls and archaeological sites left in place through the property. Trade winds are the main defence, and they change club selection hole to hole. Poipu Bay hosted the PGA Grand Slam of Golf from 1994 through 2006. It is open to resort guests and public play.