Mistwood Golf Club's Red course is located in Lake Ann, Michigan, in the northern part of the state's Lower Peninsula near Traverse City. The course was designed by Jerry Matthews and Ray Hearn, architects known for their work on several northern Michigan layouts during the region's golf development boom in the 1990s and early 2000s. The design takes advantage of the area's natural terrain, which typically features rolling topography, stands of hardwood and pine, and sandy soils conducive to firm playing conditions. The routing moves through wooded corridors and more open areas, characteristic of northern Michigan golf courses that balance forest enclosure with strategic sightlines. The design philosophy emphasizes playability for a range of skill levels while incorporating natural hazards and elevation changes that require thoughtful club selection and course management. Water features and bunker placements frame landing areas and greens, creating visual definition and strategic interest throughout the round. The Lake Ann area sits within Michigan's wine country and is part of the broader Traverse City golf market, which attracts seasonal visitors from late spring through fall. Mistwood operates as part of the region's network of daily-fee and semi-private facilities that serve both local members and traveling golfers exploring northern Michigan's concentration of courses. The club provides standard amenities including practice facilities and a clubhouse with dining options typical of the region's golf properties.