
Bay Course
Kapalua Resort

About this course
Kapalua's Bay Course, etched into the dramatic slopes of West Maui, presents a masterclass in resort golf, offering panoramic Pacific views that often distract from the strategic challenges laid out before you. Built in the mid 1970s, this course is known for its wide fairways and gently sloping greens that often belie the difficulty found with the trade winds. It plays more forgiving than its famed sister course, The Plantation, but demands respect for its coastal exposure and subtle breaks. Arnold Palmer and Francis Duane crafted a layout that utilizes the natural contours of the land, a characteristic of the era. The course meanders through mature stands of trees and along the coastline. Most notably, the par-3 fifth hole plays dramatically over Oneloa Bay, a constant reminder of the course’s stunning location. The Bay Course has played host to numerous professional events, including the Kapalua LPGA Classic, showcasing the talents of women professionals amidst the stunning Hawaiian landscape. While not as globally recognized as some of its championship peers, the course continues to serve as a delightful and memorable experience for resort guests seeking a blend of playability and scenic beauty. This ease of approach, allows players the time to grab the infamous "Bay Burger" at the turn.
Rankings
Ranked by CV ratings from golfers who've played this course. Positions are shown worldwide, by country, and by state; the Public column compares courses anyone can play.
Best in World
Best in USA
Best in HI
Quick facts
- Location
- Lahaina, HI, USA
- Access
- Public
- Year built
- 1975
- Holes
- 18
- Designer
- Arnold Palmer
- Par
- 72
- Length
- 6,600 yards
- Difficulty
- 72.7/137
- Course Vaults score
- 8.2
Getting there
Most travelers arrive via Kahului Airport on Maui's central isthmus, then embark on a breathtaking 45-minute drive northwest along the Honoapiilani Highway as it hugs the island's rugged western coastline. Private aviation guests may land at Kapalua Airport, a compact facility perched directly above the resort, offering an arrival as seamless as it is dramatic. The final miles wind upward through pineapple fields and resort gates into the cooler, trade-wind-swept heights of the island's northwest shoulder, where Kapalua Resort unfolds across 22,000 acres of volcanic ridges, emerald fairways, and Pacific overlooks.

FAQ
Common questions about Bay at Kapalua Resort
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Bay at Kapalua Resort has a Course Vaults score of 8.2 out of 10 based on 75 logged golfers.
Bay was designed by Arnold Palmer.
Yes. Bay at Kapalua Resort is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Bay is 72.
Bay plays 6,600 yards from the back tees on Course Vaults.
The slope rating at Bay is 137.



