The Lake Course at Alpensia Troon Golf and Country Club occupies mountainous terrain in Pyeongchang, a region in South Korea's Gangwon Province that gained international recognition as host of the 2018 Winter Olympics. Robert Trent Jones, Jr. designed the course as part of the broader Alpensia Resort development, which combines golf facilities with ski slopes and year-round recreational amenities. The routing takes advantage of the dramatic elevation changes characteristic of this part of the Taebaek Mountains, with holes moving through forested corridors and across valleys that offer views of the surrounding peaks. Jones's design philosophy typically emphasizes strategic options and environmental sensitivity, and the Lake Course reflects these principles through its integration with the natural landscape. The course features water hazards that justify its name, with several holes playing alongside or across bodies of water that add both visual interest and strategic complexity. The mountain setting means players encounter significant elevation changes throughout the round, affecting club selection and shot-making on approach shots in particular. The Alpensia complex serves both resort guests and members, drawing golfers from Seoul and other urban centers who seek mountain golf experiences. The facility operates within a four-season climate, with the golf season typically running from spring through autumn before winter transforms the valley into ski country. The course represents one of several Jones designs in South Korea, where the architect has contributed to the country's golf infrastructure since the sport's growth period in the late twentieth century.