Forest Hills operates as part of the Forest Hills RV & Golf Resort in Detroit Lakes, a community in west-central Minnesota's lake country. The region sits within Becker County, an area known for its rolling glacial terrain, numerous lakes, and mixed hardwood and pine forests. Detroit Lakes itself has long served as a recreational destination for visitors from Fargo-Moorhead and the Twin Cities, with a tradition of summer resorts and outdoor recreation dating to the late nineteenth century. The course was designed by Boy Hoyt, though detailed records of his portfolio and the specific design date for Forest Hills are not widely documented in major golf architecture references. The layout reflects the natural topography common to this part of Minnesota, where courses typically navigate modest elevation changes, wooded corridors, and occasional wetland or water features left by glacial activity. The resort setting suggests a layout accessible to a range of skill levels, with the course serving both traveling guests staying on-site and local players. Forest Hills fits within the broader context of Minnesota golf, where public and resort courses often emphasize playability and scenic woodland settings over severe length or championship conditioning. The RV resort component indicates a family-oriented atmosphere, with the course functioning as one amenity among others designed for seasonal visitors. Detroit Lakes' position as a regional hub means the course draws from both tourists and area residents during the brief but active northern Minnesota golf season.