Kapalua Resort (Plantation course) Hole by Hole - 15th Hole
Kapalua Resort (Plantation course), Hawaii
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Hole 15 at Kapalua Resort (Plantation course) is a challenging par 5 with a slight dogleg right. From the championship tees, this hole measures 555 yards and has a handicap of 6, making it one of the more difficult holes on the course. The fairway width is approximately 56 yards, giving golfers some room for error off the tee.
The key to success on this hole is to hit your drive straight and long. With an average driving distance of around 217 yards, most golfers will need to use their driver off the tee in order to reach the green in two shots. However, be aware that altitude and wind conditions can greatly impact ball flight at this course.
For your approach shot, aim for the center or left side of the fairway as there is a bunker located on the right side near where most drives will land. This bunker should not come into play for most golfers unless they hit an errant drive.
As you approach the green, you'll notice that there are no greenside bunkers present but there may be some rough patches surrounding it. The green itself measures approximately 10,748 square feet so make sure you have enough club when hitting your second shot onto this large target.
Overall, Hole 15 at Kapalua Resort (Plantation course) requires precision and strategy in order to score well. Take advantage of favorable weather conditions and choose your clubs wisely in order to conquer this challenging par-5 hole.
Teebox type: Championship
Par: 5
Distance: 555 yards
Handicap: 6
Green Area:
10748
Approx Fairway Width:
56
Has Water:
False
Curvature:
Slight dogleg
Percent Bunkers Near green:
0
Bunker Count:
1
Bunkers:
Some fairway bunkers, with the majority (51%) strategically placed around the area.
Club Recommendations
1. Use your driver off the tee to take advantage of the wide fairway and aim for a straight and long drive.
2. Pay attention to altitude and wind conditions as they can greatly impact ball flight on this course.
3. Aim for the center or left side of the fairway on your approach shot to avoid the bunker located on the right side near where most drives will land.
4. Be aware of any rough patches surrounding the green, but focus on hitting onto this large target which measures approximately 10,748 square feet.
5. Take advantage of favorable weather conditions when possible, as they can make a big difference in scoring well on this challenging par-5 hole.
6. Choose your clubs wisely and play with precision in order to navigate through this difficult hole successfully.
7. Consider laying up if you are not confident in reaching the green in two shots, as avoiding hazards is key to scoring well on Hole 15 at Kapalua Resort (Plantation course).
"The most important shot in golf is the next one."
- Ben Hogan
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