New Richmond Golf Club's Old Course sits on rolling terrain that follows the natural contours of the St. Croix Valley. Mature hardwood trees line several fairways, creating strategic shot corridors that narrow as the round progresses. The layout incorporates subtle elevation changes that affect both club selection and ball flight, particularly on approaches that play uphill or down into valley pockets. Water comes into play on two holes where creeks cross the playing lines, forcing players to decide between aggressive carries or conservative layups. The greens are maintained at a firm, moderate pace that rewards accurate approach shots and penalizes those that miss short-sided. Bunkers are placed primarily to catch pulled or pushed shots rather than to guard pin locations directly, so their positioning influences tee shot strategy more than approach play. The routing alternates between open meadows and wooded sections, creating a varied visual and tactical experience across the nine holes.