Hidden Lakes Golf Club occupies a coastal setting in New Smyrna Beach on Florida's central Atlantic coast, a region known for its barrier island geography and proximity to both the ocean and the inland waterways of Volusia County. The course was designed by Bill Amick, a Florida-based architect who has worked extensively throughout the state since the 1970s and is known for creating layouts that incorporate the natural features of Florida's varied terrain, including wetlands, pine forests, and sandy soils characteristic of the region. The routing at Hidden Lakes reflects its name, with water hazards playing a significant role in the design strategy. Courses in this area of Florida typically navigate through a mix of native vegetation and managed landscapes, where elevation changes are modest but strategic use of water, bunkers, and tree corridors define the challenge. The coastal climate and sandy substrate common to New Smyrna Beach influence both playing conditions and maintenance practices throughout the year. The club serves the local golfing community in the New Smyrna Beach area, which sits between Daytona Beach to the north and the Space Coast region to the south. This part of Florida attracts both year-round residents and seasonal visitors, and courses here generally accommodate a range of skill levels while taking advantage of the natural beauty and environmental character of Florida's east-central coast. The layout provides a representative example of Amick's approach to working within the constraints and opportunities of Florida's coastal plain topography.