Kapalua Bay Course

Written By Anthony Reto

Kapalua Bay Course | Resort Ocean Links

The Bay Course at Kapalua is Maui’s gentlest yet most scenic golf offering. Designed by Arnold Palmer and Francis Duane in 1975, it winds through tropical landscaping, lush fairways, and ocean panoramas. While friendlier than its sibling Plantation Course, the Bay Course is no less breathtaking — its famous 17th hole plays directly across a Pacific inlet, one of Hawaii’s most photographed golf moments.

The Bay Course emphasizes enjoyment and beauty, with broad fairways, forgiving greens, and coastal breezes shaping play. It’s ideal for couples’ golf, relaxed resort rounds, or those seeking iconic ocean golf without the sternest championship challenge.

Cypress & Salt ensures the Bay Course experience is paired with Maui’s best. Clients enjoy luxury villas or five-star resort stays, curated Hawaiian dining, spa indulgence, and private catamaran cruises at sunset. For those seeking more than golf, cultural encounters and bespoke excursions across Maui round out a complete island experience.

Course Stats

  • Par: 72

  • Yardage: 6,600 yards

  • Course Rating: 72.1

  • Slope Rating: 131

  • Designer: Arnold Palmer & Francis Duane (1975)

  • Type: Resort Ocean Links

  • Signature Holes: 4th (par 4 with bay panorama), 17th (par 3 over the ocean)

  • Championships: Past host of PGA & LPGA events

Best Seasons to Play

  • December – April: Cooler weather, whale-watching season, lush conditions.

  • May – August: Sunniest, driest months for pristine turf.

  • September – November: Shoulder season with warm breezes and fewer crowds.

Anthony Reto
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