The King Kamehameha Golf Club

TOURNAMENT REGISTRATION
The course

The King Kamehameha Golf Club on Maui has a unique history, originating from a never-built Frank Lloyd Wright home design for Marilyn Monroe and Arthur Miller, evolving from the Waikapu Valley Country Club (closed 1999), and reopening under new ownership in 2004 as a private club with a world-renowned clubhouse and a Ted Robinson-designed course, honoring Hawaiian royalty.

Key Milestones & Design

The Idea (1949-1957): Frank Lloyd Wright designed a home called "Crownfield" for the Windfohr family, then modified it as the "Baillères" house, and later adapted it for Marilyn Monroe and Arthur Miller; none were built.

Waikapu Country Club (Early 1990s): The original owners adapted Wright's plans for a massive, 75,000 sq. ft. clubhouse and built a Ted Robinson Sr.-designed golf course, opening as Waikapu Valley Country Club.

Closure (1999): Economic challenges led to the club's closure, leaving the property deserted.

Rebirth (2004-2006): Current owners purchased the property, renovated the course (by Ted Robinson Jr.) and clubhouse, and reopened it as The King Kamehameha Golf Club, named for the unifying Hawaiian king.

The Clubhouse: A Frank Lloyd Wright Masterpiece

Unbuilt to Built: The clubhouse is a realization of Wright's unbuilt residential concepts, enlarged and adapted for its spectacular Maui setting.

Architectural Details: It features Wright's signature organic design, with art glass, geometric patterns, and flowing spaces that blend with the island's landscape.

Cultural Significance: The interiors incorporate Hawaiian art and naming conventions, honoring the local culture and history.

The Course

Design: A championship 18-hole course originally designed by Ted Robinson Sr. and later refreshed by his son, Ted Robinson Jr., offering bi-coastal views.

Experience: Known for its challenging play, lush environment, and the stunning backdrop of the unique clubhouse.

  • "What I love most about this club is the flexibility. I can go at my own pace, enjoy the beauty and meet some great people."

    KKGC Member

  • "The club house may be one of the best in the country. The history and beauty is beyond compare."

    KKGC Member

  • "Joining King Kamehameha Golf Club has been such a worthwhile investment in myself."

    KKGC Member