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Hardest Golf Courses in Hawaii, Hawaii

The 13 most challenging golf courses in Hawaii, Hawaii, ranked by maximum slope rating. Tee-by-tee yardage, slope, and course rating for every course.

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Ranked list of hardest golf courses in Hawaii

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1
Ocean Course
Kailua-Kona
146
2
Kohanaiki
Kailua-Kona
143
3
Mauna Kea Golf Course
Kohala Coast
141
4
Makani Golf Club
Kailua-Kona
140
5
Hualalai Golf Club Nicklaus Course
Kailua-Kona
137
6
Hapuna Golf Course
Kohala Coast
137
7
Hualalai Golf Club Keolu Course
Kailua-Kona
133
8
Nanea Golf Club#59 GD
Kailua-Kona
133
9
Mauna Lani Golf
Kohala Coast
132
10
Volcano Golf & Country Club
Volcano Nat'l Pk, Hawaii
130
11
Waikoloa Village Golf Club
Kohala Coast
129
12
Hilo Municipal Golf Course
Hilo
123
13
Hamakua Country Club
Honokaa, Hawaii
104

Hawaii Golf Course Rankings FAQ

What is the hardest golf course in Hawaii, Hawaii?

Ocean Course in Kailua-Kona is currently the hardest golf course in Hawaii based on slope (slope rating 146).

How many ranked golf courses are in Hawaii, Hawaii?

31 golf courses in Hawaii are catalogued in Stymie's directory. This ranking page shows the top 13 by slope.

How are the rankings calculated?

Rankings use the USGA slope rating from each course's most difficult tee set. Slope measures relative difficulty for a bogey golfer versus a scratch golfer, on a scale from 55 (easiest) to 155 (most challenging). A slope of 113 is average.

Can I book a tee time at these Hawaii courses?

Yes. Each course name links to its Stymie page with scorecard, reviews, architect info, and booking options. Set a tee time alert to be notified when availability opens.