Hole 6 at Waialae Country Club

Par 4 • 398 Yards • Honolulu, Hawaii

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The sixth hole at Waialae Country Club sets the stage for the famous seventh hole's dramatic dogleg turn, where players begin to feel the influence of the iconic coconut palms that define this historic Hawaiian layout. Designed by Seth Raynor in the late 1920s, this hole embodies the strategic template philosophy that makes Waialae one of golf's most celebrated tropical venues.

Tees:

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Green:33y × 22y

Fairway @250y:38y wide

3 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 398 yds
Green: 3840 sq ft
Bunkers: 3
Course Slope: 135
Course Rating: 75.1

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Strategy Tips

tee shot

Position your tee shot in the 200-yard landing zone where the fairway is 36 yards wide. This sets up the ideal angle for navigating the famous dogleg turn beneath Waialae's iconic coconut palms while avoiding the trade wind challenges that can push shots offline.

approach

From the optimal 200-yard position, you'll face a roughly 198-yard approach to a compact 3,840 square foot green. The relatively small target (32x22 yards) demands precise club selection and trajectory control, especially with Hawaiian trade winds affecting ball flight.

hazard warning

Three greenside bunkers guard the approach at 368.5, 377, and 380.5 yards from the tee. These strategically placed hazards punish aggressive second shots, so consider laying up short if conditions are challenging rather than risking the 'lying 6 and still putting' scenario that even pros face here.

tee shot

If you can carry your drive to the 250-yard mark, you'll find a slightly wider fairway at 38 yards, giving you more margin for error. However, this longer carry brings you closer to the greenside bunkers and requires confident distance control on your approach.

green

The green's modest dimensions of 32 by 22 yards make it one of the more challenging targets on the course. Focus on hitting to the center of the green rather than attacking pins, as the compact surface leaves little room for recovery from poor approach shots.

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Scoring Tip

With bunkers guarding the green, pick the side with the most room and let the slope feed the ball toward the pin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best strategy off the tee?

For this 398-yard par 4, most players will hit driver to set up a comfortable approach.

How difficult is hole 6?

This hole is a good scoring opportunity for most golfers. Key challenges include: small green.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 6?

Key hazards include: 3 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 6?

The green is small and requires precision. The green is wider than it is deep, rewarding shots that find the correct tier. Expect challenging pin positions with limited room for error.

What's a good score on hole 6?

This hole is a medium-length test where par is a solid result. A straightforward par 4 where course management pays off.

Can I practice hole 6 on a golf simulator at home?

Yes — many modern launch monitors and simulators include real course data for Waialae Country Club. You can play this exact 398-yard par 4 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 →