Hole 7 at Kapalua Resort (Bay course)
- Par
- 4
- Yardage
- 345 yds
- Stroke index
- 13
- Hazards
- 8 bunkers
Aerial source not provided
Green size: 27 yds deep × 32 yds wide
Scorecard yardage is for Championship tees. The aerial shows its labeled reference position; distance rings measure to the green.
Championship tees · Par 4 · 345 yards
The plan for No. 7
The 7th at Kapalua Resort (Bay course) is a 345.0-yard par 4 that plays straightaway.
Off the tee
The absence of major hazards gives you freedom to be aggressive off the tee. A driver or 3-wood down the center of the fairway sets up an ideal approach distance. Focus on finding the fairway rather than maximum distance - even a well-struck hybrid or long iron leaves you with a manageable mid-iron approach. The straight layout means you can aim directly at your target without worrying about doglegs or forced carries.
Approach & recovery
This is where the hole's true challenge reveals itself. The small green requires pinpoint accuracy with your approach shot. A smooth, controlled swing with a mid-iron to short-iron (depending on your tee shot) gives you the best chance to hold this compact target. Favor the center of the green regardless of pin position - with such a small target, going flag-hunting can easily lead to missed greens and difficult up-and-downs.
On the green
The small putting surface means most putts will be relatively short, but don't underestimate the importance of lag putting. Getting your first putt close to the hole is crucial since three-putts can quickly turn a birdie opportunity into bogey. Read the green carefully and focus on speed control - the compact surface can make distance judgment tricky.
Watch for
- Fairway bunker crossing the landing zone
Hole 7 Green Complex
Mapped green boundary
Green size: 4,523 sq ft
How did Hole 7 play?
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Frequently asked questions
Yardage reference: Championship tees · 345 yards.
What's the best strategy off the tee?
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For this 345-yard par 4, most players will hit 3-wood or driver to set up a comfortable approach.
How difficult is hole 7?
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This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers.
How big is the green on hole 7?
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The green is medium-sized with moderate targets. The green is deeper than wide, so club selection is crucial. Pay attention to pin placement when selecting your approach club.
What's a good score on hole 7?
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This hole is a birdie opportunity if you find the fairway. This shorter par 4 rewards accuracy off the tee with a short iron approach.