Northern Minnesota Golf Course, Resort & Water Park Experience the natural beauty of Minnesota lakes country with Thumper Pon ... d Resort, a 250-acre resort situated near Otter Tail Lake. Unwind with a round of golf, or drop the kids off at the waterpark and relax with a good book. No matter what your reason for visiting, Thumper Pond creates a memorable Minnesota travel experience for guests of all ages. Located just 1 and 1/2 hours from the Fargo / Moorhead area or 3 hours from Minneapolis / St. Paul. read more