Black Mountain Golf Club sits in Hua Hin, a coastal resort town in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province, roughly 200 kilometers south of Bangkok. The course was designed by Phil Ryan, an American architect known for work across Southeast Asia. The layout takes advantage of the region's natural topography, with elevation changes that are notable for Thailand's relatively flat terrain, offering views across the surrounding landscape and toward the Gulf of Thailand. The course routing incorporates the site's rolling hills and natural vegetation, blending fairways through areas of tropical forest and more open terrain. The design emphasizes strategic shot-making, with bunkering and water features positioned to reward accuracy over distance. Holes are routed to follow the natural contours rather than impose an artificial routing, a hallmark of Ryan's approach to design in the region. Black Mountain has developed a reputation as a quality resort destination, drawing both local players and international visitors to the Hua Hin area. The club's setting within Thailand's established golf tourism corridor—alongside other notable courses in the region—has made it a regular stop for touring golfers. The course maintains the character of a well-maintained resort layout, with facilities designed to accommodate the seasonal influx of players seeking alternatives to Bangkok's more crowded urban courses.