Nanea Golf Club
- Par
- 72
- Yardage
- 7,100yds
- Holes
- 18
- Opened
- 2003
- Access
- Private
- Design
- Modern
History
Nanea Golf Club on the Kohala Coast of Hawaii's Big Island, designed by David McLay Kidd and opened in 2003, is consistently rated the finest private course in Hawaii and one of the most visually spectacular in America. Kidd used dramatic black lava flows, red volcanic earth, and the deep blue Pacific Ocean to create a course of extraordinary natural beauty. Maui grass fairways and volcanic-rock-framed hazards create a uniquely Hawaiian character. The course's 18 holes alternate between close Pacific views and lush interior corridors through the ancient lava landscape.
Signature Hole
15th hole, par 4, 422 yards — along the Pacific cliffside with ocean views from tee to green and trade winds creating unpredictable club selection
In the context of the top 100
Where this course sits against every ranked course on the list.
Frequently asked questions
Is Nanea Golf Club public or private?
Nanea Golf Club is a private club. Play is generally limited to members and their accompanied guests.
Who designed Nanea Golf Club?
Nanea Golf Club was designed by David McLay Kidd and opened in 2003.
Where does Nanea Golf Club rank among the top golf courses in America?
Nanea Golf Club ranks #92 on our consensus ranking of America's 100 greatest golf courses, synthesized from Golf Digest, Golfweek, and GOLF Magazine.
What is the signature hole at Nanea Golf Club?
The signature hole at Nanea Golf Club is the 15th hole, par 4, 422 yards — along the Pacific cliffside with ocean views from tee to green and trade winds creating unpredictable club selection.