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Makaha Valley Country Club
📍 84-627 Makaha Valley Rd, Waianae, HI 96792, USA
★ 4.1 (304) Moderate availabilityMakaha Valley Country Club is an 18-hole public course in Waianae, rated 4.1 from 304 Google reviews. Golfers praise the valley backdrop and views, and many say the course is well maintained for a public layout, with a staff that is friendly and local. The greens draw an occasional mention for not being at the level of the prices, but the setting and the shot-planning that the doglegs and elevation changes call for leave most reviewers happy.
Makaha Valley Country Club scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 368 | 163 | 462 | 395 | 215 | 369 | 330 | 370 | 370 | 3042 |
| White | 342 | 150 | 445 | 385 | 196 | 360 | 317 | 342 | 360 | 2897 |
| Yellow | 290 | 120 | 408 | 362 | 172 | 336 | 300 | 315 | 340 | 2643 |
| Red | 285 | 115 | 398 | 357 | 168 | 331 | 293 | 311 | 330 | 2588 |
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 |
| Handicap | 15 | 17 | 13 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 11 | 3 | 9 |
| Hole | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 445 | 335 | 310 | 178 | 410 | 395 | 440 | 204 | 501 | 3218 |
| White | 440 | 323 | 300 | 170 | 402 | 380 | 400 | 192 | 486 | 3093 |
| Yellow | 416 | 310 | 300 | 147 | 340 | 350 | 388 | 171 | 478 | 2900 |
| Red | 406 | 300 | 285 | 143 | 333 | 340 | 377 | 168 | 470 | 2822 |
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 |
| Handicap | 12 | 16 | 14 | 18 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 10 | 8 |
Par 71, 18 holes. From the course's official scorecard (original).
Reviews
Amazing views. Unreal really. And for a public course, it really is decently maintained. One of the better ones I've been to. The birds are chirpping, the valley provides a magnificent backdrop. Beer is cheap. Fries are good! 70 bucks for 18 holes here is a no brainer.
Dramatic Golf Deep in Makaha Valley Getting to Makaha Valley Country Club requires a drive out to the Waianae Coast, but the payoff is a golf experience that's genuinely different from anything else on Oahu. Designed in 1969 by William F. Bell — the same architect behind Torrey Pines South, which hosted the 2008 U.S. Open — the course weaves through rolling terrain framed by dense trees, ferns, and tropical plants, with dramatic mountain and ocean views on multiple holes. Elevation changes and doglegs keep things interesting throughout, and the closing hole is one of the more demanding finishes on the island. The Smartgolfcourses team stopped by to check out the layout and the facilities, and the Lilikoi Lounge on-site has been earning solid reviews for its food. A raw, scenic experience far from the Waikiki crowd. #GolfIndustry #OahuGolf #HawaiiGolf #Smartgolfcourses #GolfBusiness #WestSideOahu
Makaha Valley Country Club is a beautifully designed course by William F. Bell, featuring numerous doglegs and elevation changes that require thoughtful shot planning rather than simply relying on distance. The back nine becomes progressively more challenging, with the closing holes considered among the most demanding on Oahu. Unlike typical resort-style courses, Makaha offers a more authentic experience—immersed in a მშვიდ mountain valley, surrounded by lush tropical scenery, and filled with a quiet, old-Hawaii atmosphere. It’s the perfect place to enjoy both golf and breathtaking views, especially if you’re looking for a peaceful round away from the busy Waikiki area.
Fantastic Local Experience. GET AWAY FROM THE OVERPRICED TOURIST COURSES and golf at Makaha Valley. Absolutely breathtaking views. The greens do reflect the prices but the staff is great and local. A breath of fresh air from the tourists traps. Thank you Makaha Valley
If you hand ever played a links style course, with coarser grasses and paths that are only near the tee and green, you’ll understand this course better. It’s in pretty good shape, with the occasional unwatered area that you are hopefully hitting over anyway. Greens are slow because of the type of grass but they’re green and cared for and a challenge for any casual golfer! The bunkers are grown over, but who likes hitting out of sand anyway?! The carts are really nice, with great electronic yardage screens. Club up, be aware everything slopes towards the ocean, and enjoy your day! Worth every penny!
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