Hole 7 at Waialae Country Club

Par 4 • 441 Yards • Honolulu, Hawaii

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The 7th hole at Waialae Country Club is home to golf's most iconic living logo - the famous coconut palms arranged in a "W" formation that serves as the course's signature backdrop. This Seth Raynor-designed hole challenges players to navigate the dogleg turn while the Pacific trade winds dance through those legendary palms, making every approach a treasure hunt for birdie.

Tees:

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Green:21y × 37y

Fairway @250y:36y wide

8 Bunkers dogleg

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Hole Stats

Par: 4
Yardage: 441 yds
Green: 4526 sq ft
Bunkers: 8
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 widest at 43 yards. This gives you the best angle into the green while avoiding the bunker complex that begins at 272 yards.

hazard warning

Avoid the aggressive line off the tee - three bunkers guard the dogleg turn starting at 272 yards and extending to 353 yards. A drive over 270 yards risks finding sand and a difficult recovery.

approach

From a well-positioned drive at 200 yards, you'll have approximately 240 yards remaining to a compact green measuring just 21 yards wide by 37 yards deep. Club selection is critical given the green's modest size.

green

Target the center of this 4,526 square foot green rather than attacking pins. The relatively small target (21x37 yards) demands precision, especially with the famous coconut palms and trade winds affecting ball flight.

tee shot

Consider laying up with a 3-wood or hybrid to the 200-yard mark where the fairway is most generous at 43 yards wide, rather than risking the narrower 36-yard fairway at 250 yards with a driver.

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

How difficult is hole 7?

This hole is a moderate challenge for most golfers. Key challenges include: heavily bunkered.

What hazards should I watch out for on hole 7?

Key hazards include: 5 greenside bunkers. Plan your shots to avoid these trouble spots.

How big is the green on hole 7?

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?

This hole is a demanding hole where bogey is not unusual. This longer par 4 will test most golfers. Focus on position over distance.

Can I practice hole 7 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 441-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 →