
Pupuke Course
Pupuke Golf Club

About this course
Pupuke Golf Club sits on the North Shore of Auckland, New Zealand, occupying a scenic landscape shaped by the region's volcanic geology. The course takes its name from Lake Pupuke, one of Auckland's crater lakes, which influences the setting and character of the surrounding terrain. Like many New Zealand courses, Pupuke reflects the country's strong golfing tradition and the particular aesthetic of North Island parkland design. The course is laid out across rolling ground typical of the volcanic plateau landscape, with the natural contours and native vegetation of the Auckland region informing its routing. The design incorporates water hazards and strategic bunkering that reward accurate shot-making. Pupuke has established itself as a fixture in local and regional golf, hosting club competitions and serving the North Shore golfing community for many decades. The membership reflects the suburban character of the area, drawing players from across Auckland's northern suburbs. The club maintains a welcoming culture centered on competitive play and social golf. Like most established New Zealand clubs, Pupuke emphasizes both tournament golf and the social traditions of the game, with dining and bar facilities supporting the membership's recreational and competitive activities. The course presents a solid test of golf within the context of Auckland's broader golfing landscape, where courses must balance playability for a range of handicaps with sufficient challenge for accomplished players.
Quick facts
- Location
- North Shore City, Auckland, NZ
- Access
- Public
- Holes
- 18
- Par
- 70
- Difficulty
- 74.5/132
Getting there
Most international visitors arrive via Auckland Airport, New Zealand's primary gateway, located roughly 40 kilometers south of the city center. From there, the drive north across the Harbour Bridge and onto the North Shore takes approximately 45 minutes in light traffic, tracing the edge of the Waitemata Harbour before turning inland toward the volcanic cones and coastal suburbs that define this part of greater Auckland. Pupuke Golf Club sits tucked beside Lake Pupuke itself - a serene crater lake formed thousands of years ago - where the urban energy of New Zealand's largest city gives way to a quieter, more contemplative landscape of water, greenspace, and understated tradition.

FAQ
Common questions about Pupuke
Ratings, design, and course details pulled from Course Vaults.
Yes. Pupuke is listed as welcoming public or guest play on Course Vaults.
Par at Pupuke is 70.
The slope rating at Pupuke is 132.
Pupuke is a 18-hole course.



