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Ko'olau Golf Club

45-550 Kionaole Road, Kaneohe, Oahu, HI 96744
808-236-4653
Ranked #6 of 16 attractions in Kaneohe
4.5 of 5 stars 26 Reviews
Type: Golf Courses
Activities: Golfing
Owner description: Considered one of the toughest courses in the nation, and named one of the top three golf clubs in Hawaii by Golf Digest, this magnificent golf course... more » Owner description: Considered one of the toughest courses in the nation, and named one of the top three golf clubs in Hawaii by Golf Digest, this magnificent golf course was carved out of a rain forest on the windward side of the 2,000-foot Ko'olau mountain range. « less
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012 via mobile

Need anyone say more? This jungle & mountain course is challenging to day the least! Target course to the extreme. You can't even see most of the greens from the tee's. It eats up balls, so hit straight. Lots of wildlife, I think a mongoose stole my ball on one hole! Anyone who loves the game will find this course... More

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Oakland, CA
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

This course is on the windward side of the island keeping the temperatures lower. Wind, rain, and clouds occur but quickly pass bringing blue skies and warm sunshine. Signature view from atop Hole #16. Back 9 is challenging. Most holes have forced carry ravines.

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Toronto, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

We arrived late one day just to check out the course and pro shop around 6pm but we're told the shop was closed. The pro however let us in to browse if we wanted with no expectations. Nice guy. He explained the course to us and gave us a price list and was very helpful. We went back a couple... More

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6 reviews 6 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2012

The staff took great care of us and the course was in really good shape. I was very happy to have been able to play my first round there this year............ thanks for the complimentary cups as well :-)

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Toronto, Canada
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2012

What can I say?. The course is surreal, the view on every hole, yes every hole is un-believable. You almost forget you are playing golf (until you have to look for your lost ball). This course is a must if you are a golfer and have the time to fit it in your schedule.

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Buenos Aires, Argentina
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2012

It's a very hard course, probably need to play it a few times to get the hang of it. Take a lot of balls with you. Expensive but worth it.

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Payson, Az
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012
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lots of extra balls, good attitude & forget about impressing anyone with your score & you will have an excellent time. Wouldnt have missed this course for the world & we usually play every day on vacation...all over the place!

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Concord, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 November 2011

This golf course has the most spectacular scenery! It is incredible...built into the mountains and rain forest. It is tough...with a LOT of ravines to carry. . . and if you haven't played it before it is easy to play a wrong shot. . .course knowledge helps..but wide fairways. The next time I am sure I won't lose as many... More

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Brisbane
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 July 2011
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Without doubt the most amazing golf course I have ever played. The scenery, and the layout of some of the holes was outstanding. DO NOT FORGET TO TAKE A CAMERA. Yes, a lot of the holes are quite difficult, and Yes, you will loose a number of golf balls, BUT, at the end of the day it will all be... More

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Hawaii
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76 reviews 76 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2011
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You need a lot of balls to play this course. It tests the nerves, decision making, shotmaking, stamina, creativity and connection to the Hawaiian gods. Set against the spectacular Ko'olau volcanic mountain range and a 30 minute drive from Waikiki beach hotels this course has long had the reputation of being one of the hardest courses in Hawaii and America.... More

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