Hole 8 at Kapalua Resort (Plantation course)

Par 3 • 203 Yards • Lahaina, Hawaii

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The eighth hole at Kapalua Resort's Plantation course presents a deceptively challenging par 3 that embodies the strategic precision demanded by this world-renowned Hawaiian venue. At 203 yards, this straight shot requires golfers to navigate the Pacific trade winds while targeting a small, well-protected green complex. The hole's elevated tee provides stunning ocean vistas, but the real test lies in club selection and wind judgment. With minimal hazards flanking the target, accuracy becomes paramount as the compact green offers little margin for error. The 15 handicap ranking belies the difficulty of holding this putting surface, making it a true test of iron play precision that can quickly turn a routine par into a challenging bogey.

Tees:

203y203y172y146y

Green:36y × 33y

6 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 3
Yardage: 203 yds
Green: 6363 sq ft
Bunkers: 6
Course Slope: 140
Course Rating: 75.6

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A hybrid or long iron makes this long par 3 far more manageable off the tee.

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

This 203-yard par 3 demands precision off the tee - there's no fairway landing area, so your tee shot must carry directly to the green or you'll find trouble.

green

Target the center of this generous 6,362 square foot green (36y x 33y) rather than pin-hunting - the large putting surface gives you room for error and better birdie opportunities.

hazard warning

Beware of bunkers positioned at 232 yards - while beyond the green, any over-clubbed shot will find these sandy penalties behind the putting surface.

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This par 3 is ideal for working on your long iron or hybrid. Launch monitors from $600 let you practice this exact shot with real course data from home.

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Scoring Tip

On long par 3s, hitting the green is a win — don't be afraid to take one extra club and aim center.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What club should I use on this par 3?

At 203 yards, most golfers will need a long iron or hybrid (5-iron to 6-iron) to reach this green. Adjust for elevation, wind, and pin position.

How difficult is hole 8?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: long par 3.

How big is the green on hole 8?

The green is fairly large with multiple pin positions. Lag putting becomes important on longer putts.

What's a good score on hole 8?

This hole is a challenging par where bogey is acceptable. This longer par 3 will test your long iron or hybrid game. Par is a good score.

Can I practice hole 8 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Kapalua Resort (Plantation course). You can play this exact par 3 shot-by-shot at home. Entry-level options like the SkyTrak+ (around $2,500) and Garmin Approach R10 (around $600) support course play, while premium systems from Trackman and Foresight offer tour-level accuracy. Most systems pay for themselves in a season or two versus green fees and range balls. Shop home golf simulators →