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Going to the Ozarks? Put Big Cedar Lodge on one's itinerary! It is one of America's premier wilderness resorts located deep within the Ozark Mountains. Big Cedar Lodge is one of the largest and most stunning lodge complexes in the Ozarks and has every form of luxury service and activity one could think of. It is a great place to bring the whole family.

The Ozarks are a perfect destination for hiking and climbing and a great place to spend a family vacation. The region is famous for its many great caves below and landscapes and forests above. For those wanting exceptionally romantic and original accommodation, consider having cave accommodation in the Beckham Creek Cave Lodge. This is a luxury accommodation complete with its own helicopter landing pad.

Why Big Cedar Lodge Is The Premier Wilderness Resort

Big Cedar Lodge offers an escape from the humdrum of everyday life into an immersive relaxation in the great outdoors (with all the comforts of home). The Big Cedar Lodge offers a blend of outdoor attractions, wildlife attractions, awe-inspiring vistas, and nature-inspired accommodations.

Their story began in the 1920s when 300 acres of forest were acquired and lavish country resort homes were built along the White River. Today Big Cedar Lodge is spread over 4,600 acres in its own picturesque wooded hollow. The lodge overlooks the 43,000-acre Table Rock Lake.

  • Land: 4,600 Acres

Numerous activities and amenities are included with one's stay at Big Cedar. These include everything from fitness centers to pools and hot tubs.

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Attractions And Activities At Big Cedar Lodge

There is plenty to see and do at Big Cedar Lodge. They have golf courses, golf-cart cave tours, world-class spas, water sports, shooting, horseback riding, boat cruises, fishing, nature excursions, fitness sessions, and even activities for kids only.

Golf At Big Cedar:

Big Cedar is the ideal place to enjoy a round of golf. Some of their courses were designed by some of the top names in golf - Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Tom Watson, Gary Player, and others.

Horseback Riding:

Immerse oneself in nature horseback riding at Dogwood Canyon Nature Park and explore the Ozarks through the eyes of early settlers. The tours are one-hour horseback rides. There are also two-and-a-half-hour rides for more experienced guests at Little Indian Lunch Ride.

Travel on horseback through the canyon and along Little Indian Creek as one soaks in the beauty of the Ozarks.

  • One-Hour Ride: $55.00
  • Little Indian Lunch Ride: $120.00

Cedar Creek Spa & Salon:

Big Cedar has its own 18,000-square-foot spa and salon. The building is complete with hand-hewn timber ceilings, stone floors, antique-style chandeliers, and more. Relax as one gets pampered in one of their 11 luxuriously appointed treatment rooms (each with its own cozy fireplace).

Opening Hours:

  • Sunday: 9.00 am to 7.00 pm
  • Monday to Saturday: 8.00 am to 7.00 pm

Related: Let's Talk Missouri: Why The Ozarks Aren't The Only Thing Worth Visiting In This State

How far is Branson Missouri From Big Cedar Lodge?

If one would like to combine the wilderness experiences of Big Cedar Lodge with the entertainment of Branson, Missouri then nothing is easier. Big Cedar Lodge is located only 10 miles out of Branson. It means that one can enjoy the best of both worlds.

  • Distance Branson to Big Cedar Lodge: 10 Miles

Enjoy the peace and tranquility of Big Cedar Lodge - their many hiking trails, rustic accommodation, golf courses, and more, and the collections of entertainment theaters in Branson. Branson has long been a very population vacation destination in Missouri attracting visitors from across the country.

  • Famous For: Numerous Entertainment Theaters
  • Family Friendly: Branson Is A Family-Friendly Destination

Branson is a small tourist town in the Missouri Ozarks with a population of only around 12,000. But what it lacks in size, it makes up for with entertainment. Besides the many entertainment theaters, Branson also has attractions like Aquarium at the Boardwalk, Beyond the Lens!, Hollywood Wax Museum Branson, Silver Dollar City, Ripley's Super Fun Zone, Dolly Parton's Stampede, and more.

Other things to see and do in and around Branson include hiking, cave tours, ziplines, mini-golf, and event a half-scale Titanic replica.

Branson is known for being a family-oriented tourist destination in the Ozarks.