Enjoy a breathtaking sunset, then gaze at the stars before bed. Or go fishing in the Des Moines River and take a walk around the Orchard. Our orchard is 100 acres of apple trees, open land, corn, pumpkin, and sunflower fields along the Des Moines River. Enjoy all of these beautiful views with lots of privacy and. quiet time, during the season that we are closed to the public. For an extra fee, you and your family can have private access to the Back 40 Playground. You will be just a 10 minute drive from Fort Dodge, which has all kinds of restaurants and shopping.