Lost Canyon Nature Trail and Cave Reviews

This is a fun activity to do at the Top of the Rock. It was a little shorter than I would've hoped for, but that's because I was enjoying myself so much! The coolest thing is the bar inside the canyon. We did the trail on a VERY cold day, so the hot cocoa we got at the canyon bar was much needed!

We went in February of this year. The $10 fee to park was waived because it was a week day and they were not busy. We took a walk and saw the Lost Canyon Cave, the golf course, chapel, outside of the restaurant, part of the museum, and visited the restrooms. Everything was pristine. We'd like to go back and do their golf cart tour of the canyon area in the future.

Epic fail , Johnny !
Absolutely wonderful activity, so well thought out , multi million dollar property and only bathrooms are at the building where you start and finish.
Not even one in the cave half way through the ride where they would like you to purchase drinks at the bar .
Hmmmmm. Couldn’t believe this oversight .....😳

So much to see and even able to get out of golf cart and take photos. Drinks were yummy at the Bat Bar when driving thru the cave.

This is a very enjoyable attraction in a beautiful setting. The golf cart ride on the trails is smooth and the sights are wonderful. You drive through 2 caves (1 with a bar) and a covered bridge on the tour. The Ozarks Heritage Museum has several rooms with many interesting displays. The Wedding Chapel is gorgeous, and like everything Johnny Morris does, the whole attraction does not disappoint.

A beautiful afternoon strolling through the caves and creek at Top of the Rock on a golf cart for 4. We experienced many waterfalls, one that gave everyone a light mist shower as we came around the bend. A photo opportunity galore!

We had a lot of fun. Wish we would have done the later Halloween tour. The scenery was beautiful, grounds well kept and an overall very fun experience!

Very nice tour of the canyon and waterfalls on the Top Of the Rock property. You rent a golf cart, $ 30.00 per Adult. It is a 45 minute tour by cart, or longer if you get out and walk a bit. Very nice area, and rock and water features. Again, $10.00 to drive in the gate, another $60.00 on top of that seems a bit much for this attraction. Oh, did see one deer also.

Absolutely recommend. The waterfalls, cave, and trail are wonderful. Only reason I didn’t give five stars is price. It’s on the pricer side consider it a nice golf cart. But again the experience is one I’m glad I did and would do again.

This was one of the highlights of the trip. The place was absolutely beautiful and amazing to see. It was nice to drive through in our own cart and stop and take photos when we wanted. This is a must-see attraction.

You drive an electric golf cart on an impressive cart path through woods, a cave and several water falls (during dry periods, water is pumped to top of water falls). The trail is well done with wooden bridge and plenty of attractive scenery. Even though the day we went was very hot, there was shade for most of the trip. One pet peeve- many of the people ahead of us stopped their carts in the middle of the path to take photos rather than having the curtesy of parking on the side. As a result, we were unable to pass and had to wait until they finished their photo session.
We got free passes for playing golf at the Top of the Rocks golf course. At that price, it was definitely doing.

This was so much fun! Go at your own pace! Spectacular views and beautiful scenery along the way. It’s not every day that you can order a drink at a drive through bar in a cave! The tour took us just about 2 hours and we took our time, stopping frequently. I love that the golf carts have removable tops so you can get sun or block it out. The carts have cup holders for drinks. We easily fit three kids across the back seat and two adults in the front. One more kid could fit in the front by us. (All kids were aged 4-10.) We took the shuttle to the restaurant for lunch after the tour. Great food! Service was a little long but just relax and enjoy the views!

This is a great activity for the whole family. There are plenty of places to stop and take photos or check out the views.

We went as part of a large motorhome group in town for a rally.

We loved the experience. You drive yourself. Stop to take pictures.

And you have fun fun fun.

Visited Top of the Rock Nature Tour in August, 2017. This golf cart ride is exceptionally fun and beautiful. Took us right at an hour to drive thru. Stopped several times to get out and enjoy the scenic views and the waterfalls. Room to pull over if other faster carts are behind you and need to go around. No need to rush the tour. Plenty of natural beauty everywhere!! So much fun and so glad we did this. It was the icing on the cake!

A beautiful way to see the ozarks and all the waterfalls, kids loved it. Lots of great picture opportunities!

We went to the Lost Canyon Nature Trail with another couple and got 2-2 seater golf carts. Silly us, we expected something natural. We should've gotten a clue when we went to buy our tickets and they told us that some of the waterfalls were "shut down" for maintenance, but we went ahead anyway. The scenery was okay along the way, but one of the first things my husband noticed at a non-working waterfall was a large trout swimming helplessly in a stagnant pool of water. On to the cave....what a joke. We've been to many caves...real caves. This was like a movie set from the Flintstones. As we continued our journey we came across construction. We stopped to watch them making, yes MAKING, the rocks from gunnite, liquified sprayed on concrete, and spray painting them. If you are doing major construction, CLOSE the attraction and stop charging people $28 a piece!! Very disappointing shameless commercialism.

On our way out we were just going to go look but not going to do the golf cart tour. We were headed out and had two children (almost 2 and 5) so we didn’t want to add any more time or money to our trip. My mom talked us in to it and I cannot stress enough how grateful I am! This was by far the best part of our trip! It was very at your own pace. Lots of spots to stop and take in the views and great photo opportunities. I thought our baby would have a fit but he absolutely loved the ride and so did our 4 year old! They both had a blast and so did we. The bartender at the cave was super friendly. We all got lemonades. 1000% recommend taking the Golf Cart tour.

It was a little expensive but the tour was outstanding. All the workers were very friendly and helpful. The views were spectacular. The museum was an amazing journey into the past. We would recommend for anyone who is in the area.

We went on this tour while it was raining and it was beautiful. The falls and canyons were breathtaking and it was super peaceful. Going at our own pace meant that we could stop and take as many photos as we wanted without feeling like we were slowing anyone down.

The process was a little more convoluted than I would have expected, first we had to pay to get into the park, then bought our tickets at the welcome center, and had to wait for a text to fill out a waiver before we could get going. But once that was done we were directed toward an electric golf cart and we were off.

There was quite a construction project going on, which we were told would likely extend this tour, so there should be more added over the next few years, and I can't wait.

The self guided golf cart tour through the cave and waterfalls was one of the highlights of our trip to Branson. We took our time - and LOTS of pictures! We are still talking about how much fun we had!

we played this course 3 times & still had some challenges - it was so fun - well kept ,clean, friendly staff

Went there and we all loved it!!! So worth the price (includes admission to Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum) for the two and half mile journey on the golf cart. Such beautiful scenery of the rock formation, bridges, waterfalls and of the lake. Our tour lasted about 90 minutes with all the stops.

Recommend getting there before 930 on a weekend day. Hardly any line and there were plenty of carts available. The time we got back around 11am, no carts were available and there was line into the lodge building.

This is a DEFINITE must if you are staying in the local area. Note if you are not guest of the lodge, there is $10 access fee per vehicle. But again it's totally worth the price!

It is a little cheesy, but it is fun and very pretty.

The tour is all in a golf cart and minimal walking. The cave portion is short, but you may purchase a drink as you enter. Heck - why not?

Overall I recommend it. You can do it in probably 20 minutes or take an hour and enjoy stopping along the way. It would be awesome at sunset!

My husband and I really enjoyed this leisurely tour of the Top of the Rock property. The cave was fun! We took our time and enjoyed every moment. You can stop along the way and take pics.

We always refer to it as the golf cart ride. Whatever you call it, we have to go at least once when we’re in the Branson area. This time around we noticed that they’ve added some lighted features for a night time ride. We’ll have to check that out on a future trip. If you haven’t tried this ride yet, you have to do it!

My family and I enjoyed our visit. Using golf carts was a different but fun experience. Living in the burbs of Chicago, it was great to see and hear the various waterfalls. We also enjoyed the view of Table Rock Lake from several locations on the property. The golf cart worked as you have control over how long your tour would be, so we took advantage of the slower pace. We stopped several times, mainly where there were waterfalls, and we had no difficulties with other visitors. After the canyon tour, we were also impressed with the museum showcasing native American artifacts and the history of the area.

To call this hole in the rock a cave is a real stretch of the definition. It took no more than 5 minutes (and I'm probably being generous) to travel through the entire "cave".

The trail too was very short. We got off of our golf cart twice to take pictures but was done with the whole ride in about 35 minutes. However, the views were amazing! The mountains in the area are picturesque and the trail really highlighted them.

In the end, this was simply too expensive for such a short experience - no matter how beautiful it might have been.

Last point here; don't get the insurance. The waver that you have to sign at the beginning gave the impression that this was a dangerous ride. It was not. The golf cart (at least the one I rented) was governed down so that it only went about 5 miles and hour - that's not a complaint, just a fact. The trail is wide, well constructed, and seemed perfectly safe at all times.

Didn't know what to expect on our spur of the moment decision to stop here. Wow were we glad we did! Lovely scenic trail that you drive through in a golf cart. The cart is included in the price and there is no tour guide. Several beautiful waterfalls and a cool beautiful cave that you drive right through. One waterfall is close enough to lightly spray you as you drive next to it. The rock formations and grounds are impeccably cared for. It's about a 45 minute tour. We really wished we had done the museum tour too. Next time. Really fun place to visit overlooking Table Rock lake.

Enjoyed 5he golf cart tour, very pretty views and a nice leisurely made afternoon for a honeymoon trip

This is a beautiful area that you can rent golf carts to drive thru the preserve. From vistas to waterfalls to a drive thru cave it is stunning and fun. We were there in prime color season so it was even more beautiful.

Highly recomend this activity.

This is a minimal impact trail through very dramatic geological relief
common to the area. Lots of waterfalls and you can drive your cart though a cave. Unique experience

We took a group of 6 adults and 4 children (cost $180) on this golf cart tour. Yes, the views and waterfalls were pretty, but there wasn't much to it. You can stop as much as you would like along the way (except in the cave) so you can take as long as you would like. We went through in about an hour. If you like the scenery and have never done this tour then I would suggest it, but know that it is not very long and is expensive based on the amount of time spent here. It is very popular so I would suggest getting there early. Once the tour is over, you take your cart back and can take a shuttle over to Top of the Rock where there are restaurants and beautiful views. Cost to park is $10, but you get a voucher for $10 off anywhere in Top of the Rock

Such a fun experience. It was busy, so get there early or make reservations. The bat bar was a bonus.

We have made many trips to the Branson area, but this was our first time to stumble upon this beautiful nature trail through some of the most scenic areas in Missouri. The only thing that could have made it better was to take the tour when the fall colors were at their best. Don't worry, we are coming back in the fall for a second trip on the trail.

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Very friendly staff. Beautiful trail to drive the cart. Breathtaking and so much fun. Highlight our weekend getaway!

Thanks to my wonderful husband, who served over 20 years in the military, we received a discount on our tickets and rented a cart for 4 people. The trail took us on an incredible journey through caves, viewing of several waterfalls, and beautiful landscape. We were able to stop many times throughout the trail and take pictures.

First you thing you should know is they charge you $10 a car to even get on the property. Which isn’t a lot but it seems they have a hand out everywhere you go. For four adults to take this trail ride it cost us around $146. It was fun ...but not that fun. When we went to drive the cart into the cave there was a line of carts to get through it. We thought people where taking pictures but in reality they where all stopping to buy drinks from a bar in the cave. While we did have a good time I thought it was way over priced for what it was. We will definitely not do it again.

We happened to go on a day that was cold and drizzling. So we almost had the place to ourselves (which was lovely). You get your own golf cart, so can go at your own pace. The scenery is beautiful (we were at the end of Oct) as you wind along paved & well maintained trails. The waterfalls just keep coming and getting better! Wait until you go in the cave! Make sure you have a camera when you go! We already plan to go again if/when we go back to Branson

This was one of the highlights of our Branson trip. The self-guided golf cart tour of this 2.5 mile trail was a wonderful experience.
The scenery was beautiful, the waterfalls were soothing, the cave was somewhat ethereal, the trail was comfortably winding; and the numerous opportunities to pull over and leisurely explore & enjoy the experience, was greatly appreciated.
The Xmas accents were a nice seasonal addendum to the already engaging natural beauty.
This was yet another reminder that there is much more to the Branson experience, than just music shows and shopping.

We really weren't sure how things worked but kept hearing about Top of the Rock so we decided to be adventurous and go check it out. What fun! We stopped in at the welcome center to gather information for what was available. We chose the self guided tour with golf carts. The scenery was beautiful and there are many places to stop for beautiful photo ops. The weather was perfect on the day we visited. It just could not have been more enjoyable. This was most definitely our favorite day of our 6 day trip and our favorite place in Branson. Top of the Rock nature trail and museum are all A MUST SEE! If you do the nature trail, be sure and take the free shuttle to Top of the Rock and check out the chapel, the museum, golf course, shops and restaurants. Shuttles run every few minutes from the welcome center to top of the rock. A great experience!

Beautiful trip and awesome experience with the gulf cars and the water falls. My friends were very happy and planning to bring their families next year.

Wonderful 60 minute golf cart ride through valleys and past several waterfalls. You also go through a small cave with a drive through bar inside. You drive the cart so you go at your own pace. This would an excellent activity for elderly or disabled people because you never have to leave the golf cart.

Beautiful trail and so relaxing. I can’t wait to come back again. The waterfalls and landscaping is so well thought out and breathtaking.

My wife and I visited the Lost Canyon Nature Trail and Cave yesterday. What a great place to see all the fall colors in the Ozarks. Amazing photo opportunities abound. Well worth the drive and admission fee.

If you are looking to get away from all the tourist traps and enjoy some nature, then this trip is for you. This trip was awesome. Plenty of views, waterfalls and great picture taking spots. I can’t wait to visit again in the spring and fall months when the trees are alive.

This was an amazing experience and terrific way to see the Ozarks! Very clean and easy for all ages. It was nice to be able to stop when you wanted to take pictures or just look. We will come back. Definitely worth the cost.

We have been to Big Cedar Lodge many times but never done the Lost Canyon ride till this trip. We went for the ride at 6:30 on a warm summer evening. The trail takes you through a few short tunnels through the bedrock. I am not certain if they are naturla caves or created but either way they add to the ride. There are multiple water falls which I would assume have been created. The views along the ride are beautiful. You will see covered bridges, water features in the caves and outside, perfectly landscaped trails, and fabulous trees reaching for the sky that confirm this part of the country has in own kind of mountains.

I think this ride makes a great activity for couples as it has a nice romantic feel and adult drinks are available along the way. In terms of taking kids - I'd only do this if they really appreciate nature.

This is a expensive activity (as are the majority at Big Cedar). The cost of $30 per person is worth it but I would agree this cost is steep as many of people have noted.

Would I come back and do it again? Yes - in a different season. Would I have done it another time during the week we were here? If BC offered additional rides after the first for a reduced cost. I would have taken my daughter and her friend (2 teenagers) if the cost was more reasonable. For me and my family we love BC but we always have to be selective in what we do due to cost or we will overspend.

Bottom-line... I would give this a excellent/5 if the cost was a bit more reasonable.

Hope this candid review helps you to choose what you want to do at BC or when your in the area.

This was my favorite part of visiting Branson! Loved the golf cart tour thru the area/caves. Even tho there were lots of people it was a peaceful adventure!

It was our first time here and did it seem a little manufactured (sure) but it was such a different experience than most other attractions. Was it pricy I didn’t think as bad as some of the other things but it was unique. Such a cool thing to have a bar in the cave.

Great ride in a golf cart with incredible scenery and a stop in the bar located in the cave. In addition to the great view and beautiful photo ops, pay an extra $5 or so and get a pass to the real gem, the museum located under the place. Great native american artifacts, ancient animal artifacts and civil war artifacts in a great place.

Beautiful! My wife and I really enjoyed the trial. Amazing waterfalls and great look outs. Take your time and take it all in.

Great trip wish it was longer.. You go at your own pace but try get impatient people behind you which doesn't help matters the bat cave bar my husband loved

This was a fun excursion to see what can be found in the dense trees of Branson! There were 4 of us in the electric cart that you drive on a trail. There are many picture opportunities along the way. It is best to do this on a nice day when you can take the best pictures and enjoy the scenery and the creatures you might see! It is a 2 and 1/2 mile trail and took us almost 2 hours to get through the whole thing, as we stopped a lot to take pictures! Very enjoyable!!

Rented golf cart to see waterfalls and beautiful views . Went at our own pace and was able to park and walk around during drive.

This place is beautiful. The people are friendly and love to help you. The golf cart trip on the nature trail and through the small cave is fantastic. I would recomend that everyone do this trip. Small kids through older folks will love it.

We have been here twice this year and always enjoy it. Friendly staff and the nature views along with the cave makes it a great time. Try the drinks in the Bat Cave.

A "must-do" if you are in the Branson area. SO FUN!!! Beautiful scenery, love the cave & Bat Bar, views, waterfalls, etc. Highlight of our trip, fun & suitable for any age & ability (anyone who can ride in a golf cart can go).

we were so surprised by the beauty of the canyon.
Make reservations on line before going for the shuttle that takes you on a tour. You will love it!!

This 2 mile golf cart ride has some absolutely beautiful views of the area and waterfalls. You can go at your own pace and get out and walk around at numerous locations. Loved it. Top of the Rock is a wonderful area to enjoy the beauty of the Ozarks.

Hope you get up to the Top of the Rock to enjoy an enjoyable golf cart trip through tunnels, waterfalls, even a cave, and beautiful mountain views. They have bigger golf carts if you don't have a small group. The price if very reasonable and you can also take a shuttle on up the mountain to the gorgeous golf course and the absolutely amazing sink hole! The shuttle ride is included in your price to take the golf cart nature trail.

Let my 13 y/o drive the cart, which added to the fun for him. Pretty trail with waterfalls, through a cave. We would go again!

We were left wondering why people would love this experience so much after spending so much money on tickets. The cost of the tickets varies GREATLY based on when you buy them and if you buy them online vs in person. The ticket very specifically said that we would have to pay $10 to park (did not say anything about variable rates) but when we arrived they required $15 due to a holiday weekend. So we spent well over $100 on this tour for 2 people.

We are originally from Minnesota. We love to explore nature, and this tour was recommended by a family member- and the reviews were great. But we honestly felt like it was a rip off. We arrived right as they opened (highly recommend so you don’t have a long wait for a cart or on the trail). We did not see much wildlife outside of squirrels. The waterfalls and rock formations were pretty- but you could see those types of things a lot of places for free. I would say the scenic overlook was very pretty. It seemed that a lot of the area was man made.

That being said:
-I wouldn’t recommend this tour for folks just seeking nature views, you can get those for free with a short hike somewhere
-I would recommend this tour for folks who may have a hard time hiking for any reason but would still like to enjoy the scenery as it was quite pretty.

Although it was in March, the golf cart tour was just a small tour you drove yourself around on. Bit pricey for what you got for your tour. Self guided, so not much history or explanation of the tour. Cave was nothing more than a tourist trap, and couldn't get out of our golf cart to view. it was something to do, but wouldn't recommend because of the price.

This was the most fun we've had on a vacation when we rented their golf carts to tour the grounds of the Big Cedar Lodge. You definitely need reservations in advance to get a cart but then you drive yourself on a paved path all around their caves and natural sights with waterfalls and lots of vegetation. In the summer months the golf cart path is pretty crowded so you can't be in a hurry to get anywhere but that allows you plenty of time to stop at each sight along the way and get out and take pictures before continuing on your way. It's confusing what this attraction is called but it appears to be "Top of the Rock Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail" at Big Cedar Lodge. It's quite pricey but loads of fun.

This was definitely worth a see. Golf carts are issued for the tour, and you can see Lost Canyon at your own pace. We spent approximately an hour at this location. The scenery was gorgeous. There were multiple waterfalls, caves and rock formations. I wish we had made the trip in the fall because it would have been outstanding. A gorgeous cart path winds through the hillside, caves and rock formations. I would definitely recommend this to all.

This is a fantastic tour! Highly recommend to anyone wanting to see nature at its best. I’d love to cone back in the fall or winter and repeat. It’s an easy trail in a golf cart We had our 4 yr old grandson abnd our daughter with us and we all loved it! I wasn’t sure about the “cave” since I’m so frightened of dark, small places but it was fine. No issues at all. The bat bar is awesome! Loved the waterfalls and bridges. So beautiful and well done!

What a special experience amidst our Ozark adventures! Here at a steamy time in July of 2021, we too wanted to be socially distanced due to Covid. This was the perfect adventure! Each family unit or couple get their own golf cart to take through the canyon. Though it is a little pricey, especially when adding the 10 dollar parking fee, we thought it was worth it and really enjoyed our experience!

This is a neat thing to do and easy for all as you drive through on a golf cart. Honestly my only complaint was the process to purchase the tickets. It wasn’t posted anywhere that a waiver form had to be filled out before getting in the queue to pay. There weren’t enough staff at the golf cart line to process everyone waiting. But the experience itself was amazing.

we enjoyed every thing about this tour except having to pay a $10 entry fee to get on the property. You see beautiful foilage, birds, waterfalls & so much more. It is a bit pricey, fot 3 of us the grand total was $140.00

We always enjoy the golf cart tour! It is so beautiful anytime of the year, but especially in the fall. I highly recommend!

You can drive a golf cart through a cave a right up to a bar. How can that not be cool!!! This drive was beautiful. The caves and water falls and bridges were breath taking at times. The bat bar was cool. My wife and sons got lemonades and I got Dr Pepper but they have other drinks also. Our golf cart sat four and had a retractable roof on it. It's well worth the money. It's at your own pace and there are a bunch of places to pull over/park so you can get out to take pictures. This should be a head liner for everyone.

This is a great attraction for all ages! You drive a golf cart on a paved path over bridges and through a cave with beautiful cascading waterfalls all around you. They have the cutest little parking spaces all along the way so you can stop, get out for a closer look or take a photo. The scenery is just beautiful and there are little chipmunks and squirrels running around. Your golf cart has a GPS on it so you can see where you are. Inside the cave you can pull up to a bar where you can purchase soda or mixed drinks and snacks. We have been there twice now and would go back again. If you haven’t been there yet, here are some things to note:
* they only take cards (major cc or debit cards - they take those)
* if you go through the cave with your convertible golf cart top drawn back you will get wet.
* you can avoid long waits at the ticket counter by purchasing your tickets online from their website and there is a waiver to sign but you can do that online also. I recommend as it saves time and money.
* if you are there for a few days, I recommend purchasing the two park package which includes this park and the Dogwood Canyon Nature park. You can do this one today and you have several days in which you can go to the Dogwood park.
* the museum inside this park is HUGE…the biggest I have ever seen and it’s full of history and a lot of very cool stuff!
After your golf cart tour you can take their shuttle up the mountain and they bring you back down when you are done. Wear comfortable shoes….the museum goes on and on and on but every room is worth seeing.

I was shocked that it cost 90 bucks for two teenagers and one adult to ride on a electric golf cart for 2 1/2 miles. Now it was pretty but I just think it’s wrong to charge you that much a ride. The equipment was in very good shape so clearly the money pays for that. I wouldn’t get the insurance added for 8 dollars. We did and when we returned the cart nobody was even there checking them. They could care less since they didn’t even review them or greet you when you brought it back. The cave was cool and a nice feature is being able to purchase a cocktail in the cave at a drive up bar. But... you need another 10 bucks for that! Which is why I say bring your wallet. Overall it was a expensive experience and honestly not worth 100 bucks. I could maybe say 40 dollars worth but that is even pushing it

Really enjoyed visiting this place. It was great viewing this beautiful area by golf carts. I would recommend this as a fun activity for family or friends or couples.

Rented 6 carts for a real family get together and fun. Beautiful scenes. Will come back again, when we pass this way. It was priced at $41.00 per person. Each 4-passenger cart was full.

While the views are great just remember 75% of everything else is man made. What is he carbon foot print of running all those pumps for the "fake" water falls?

We came with our pet but was denied the golf cart tour. Paid a $10.00 parking for nothing.
I would not recommend to anyone who is a pet lover.

Another person called it a nature trail/walk for a lazy person. With you children in the heat it was great. My girls, 7&8, loved it. Very picturesque, they loved the carts, the cave isn’t a big part of the trip but it had lots of picture opportunities. We got a lot of good family pics and nature pics.

We loved this cart trip, through the caves, by the waterfalls, over the wood bridges, up and down hills. Had such a fun time and it can be fun for all, no matter the age (just have to be able to drive an electric cart).

It was the Highlight of the trip. Truly a must see, so beautiful and peaceful All the waterfall amazing and truly wonderful, even in the cave. It is a scenic tour you take by you driving a golf cart on a laid out course. It is 10 miles outside of Branson, but worth it. We went this September, it was a perfect time, I would suggest early morning when they first open up.

This was a fun tour! Great picture stops, easy turnouts to park to take pictures and fun to get around in a golf cart. They give you 2 hours but I think we finished within 40 minutes and that was stopping to take pictures. The cave is a very short part of this tour, less than 5 minutes. There is a bar in the cave, we had purchased drinks prior to going but if we had known there was a bar we would have waited as it would have been a fun thing to do.

You can't travel to too many caves that have a golf cart drive up bar inside (cash only). The trail leading to the cave (with a man made waterfall inside) is the only "natural" part about this activity. Expensive entertainment.

Came to Branson to do some hiking and cave exploration w/husband and 2 teens. On a budget, but decided to do one "more expensive" activity while on vacation. After reading reviews, decided on Lost Canyon. There were some pretty vistas while driving around, but nothing to write home about. While it was nicely landscaped, it was mostly just driving along a cart path (not allowed to get out and explore) with a few bridges and some low key waterfalls here and there. Could get out to take pics, but that's it. Finally entered the ONLY cave on the tour which was about a ~10 min, bumper to bumper drive through a cave with waterfalls. The cave was pretty, but you could not stop and admire anything due to the inability for others to pass. Small kids seemed to enjoy, but unless you have never seen a cave or just really like to ride on golf carts, my advice, DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY! It was $120 for my family. We were finished in a little over an hour. There was a "museum" we could have gone to, but it was an additional $10/pp for that. NO WAY. I wish the reviews had reflected a more accurate description. Very disappointed.

My wife and I took the cart ride and we were pleasantly surprised with this tour. Very beautiful scenery and well laid out. My only complaint were the inconsiderate people in carts ahead of us that felt it was ok to stop and spend a few minutes taking pictures and holding up everyone behind them. Advice: Book and come early, get ahead of the rubber-neckers!

Beautiful waterfalls and enjoyable ride. Obviously not as “natural” as it once was but still very scenic. Others that reviewed this location as a “tourist trap” are accurate in that this is not a hike through untouched nature preserves. It has been modified to suit those who prefer easy access to outdoor beauty and a few amenities as well.

I took three boys 9, 11, 12, on the Lost Canyon Nature Trail and Cave tour. We rented a golf cart and explored for over an hour all of nature’s beauty. This property is immaculately manicured and every detail is maintained. This is a flawless property!

We took the golf cart tour and it was great! It was a bit over a $100 for two but overall we felt it was worth it as it's a unique experience. The carts are set to ensure safety and the grounds are so gorgeous. The bat cave was cool to drive up and order a cocktail. Drinks were different but okay-again it added to the experience. They offer night tours as well which we will do next year. A fun time!

It was very pretty! We loved seeing what a beautiful world God has made! Would love for my whole family to be able to see Lost Canyon.

Beautiful cart drive through canyons, caves and water falls. A little pricey , but with 4 people it was more than worth it.

Such a un little tour. Definitely worth visiting when in the Branson area! We've gone twice now!!!!!

The Ozarks is all about the beauty of the outdoors. The Lost Canyon Nature Trail and Cave is the spectacular Ozark scenery.at it’s best. The natural rock formation were stunning. Waterfalls, Caves, Fall Colors, Deep Gorges and Mountain View’s were beautiful. Well worth the time and cost. Highly recommend !!!

My wife and I did the self-guided Nature/Cave Trail (I think 2 miles) in the golf cart not really knowing what to expect on a Thursday afternoon. It wasn't busy at all due to the forecast of rain (this from a staff member). What you'll see is a paved trail with sod mowed along both sides and an artificially planted landscape along the sides with several small waterfalls along the trail also, which I suspect are artificial as well. Don't get me wrong it does look nice, but it's a far cry from natural or nature. Also, it's kinda a pain to have to stop behind other carts as they take a selfie by each flower along the trail. The cave is also not natural; a path was carved through just golf cart size and the drink bar right inside the door is kinda cheesie. Again everything looks nice and engineered, but I would not consider doing it again for the price. For me the best part was driving the golf cart around and not the fake scenery, but I can do that for nothing at the golf course here. It all depends on your taste I guess.

Great time! My foot was hurt and i wouldn't have been able to walk it. Loved the golf cart! It was a beautiful day and i couldn't stop taking pics! Such a gorgeous place! Also loved the chapel!

We had been told to check this place out. We weren’t sure what to expect. We took the shuttle over to the restaurants and took in a beautiful view. Heading back, we talked with a gal about the golf cart ride. We are glad we splurged and did it. The tour takes you on a 2 1/2 mile path. You will see old wooden bridges, caves, and waterfalls. The are was all decorated for the Christmas holiday. The gal then sought us out to ask about our cart ride. Staff is great and beautiful spot. Only complaint is there are no hiking trails.

Our family had so much fun on this self-guided golf cart tour of gorgeous waterfalls, springs, and a cave! The golf carts had removable tops and fantastic electronic tour notes. Plenty of places to stop and take pictures. We saw a chipmunk and all sorts of great plant life. Worth your time!

Do not miss this opportunity. Yes it costs $25 per adult to rent the golf cart for the nature trail but you will capture some great pictures and lasting memories.

this is a must to go to for the lover of nature/caves/beautiful scenery, etc! A very awesome place to see, how nature has made terrific scenery/caves/waterfalls, etc!

This is an exceptional outdoor activity that is truly worth your time!

Enjoy the comfort of riding golf carts along a paved trail and see the rugged beauty of the Ozark’s. Abundant waterfalls, a fascinating cave waterfall, and abundant wildlife makes this a wonderful family activity.

You take a golf cart on a path and go through caves and see waterfalls. Fun time if you like doing that kind of stuff...if not, you might learn or see something new and get some fresh air at the same time.

My husband and I chose to tour the Lost Canyon Nature Trail and Cave for part of our 25th wedding anniversary. And, I can honestly say that it was a perfect choice. We could not have gone anywhere more beautiful. Or, enjoyed anything more than we did this attraction at Top of the Rock on that day! It is certainly worth the trip. We plan to go back again!!! And, take it much slower than we did the first time so that we can enjoy the beauty longer. We paid almost $30 per person and only spent about 45 minutes. We did not know that it would be over so quickly because we were told to allow about an hour and a half to 2 hours, which could be true if you stopped to get out. There are pullover places to park and get out available.

Absolutely beautiful waterfalls, rock formations and mountain views are all on display. I was hoping to see a "Baldknobber" but wasn't so lucky-LOL

As some noted, there is an additional $10 parking fee, the speed of the cart is limited, the Bar Bar congests the cave, and you can end up in bumper to bumper traffic. The early you book your tickets, the less expensive it will be. I also noted an evening special. That might be worth exploring to see if traffic is lighter. The grounds and views are beautiful.

I enjoyed this and wished the path had been a little longer.

We thoroughly enjoyed this! You pay $10 to get in at the gate, but you are then given a $10 voucher to use towards your other fees, or at the stores.

We are senior citizens, and love to hike, and were originally looking for hiking paths around the area, and came up on this on Yelp.

We were given a discount for military, for my husband being a Vietnam vet (don't forget to ask if you are military or veteran), and we were given a golf cart to follow the paved trail through the most beautiful scenery and even a small cave.

There are many places to pull of to stop and take photos, but I also took photos along the way as my husband did the driving.

After, we did the museum. They have a small bus to take you to the museum, too. Once there you will find an amazing amount of Native American artifacts and more, as well as some Civil War and other things.

I have been to some of the top museums in the world, and come, originally, from NYC, where I have been the the Museum of Natural History, so for me to be impressed by their native American exhibit, says much.

Once we went through the museum, and there is much to see (you could be there a long time if you read everything, if you wish), we had lunch at Arnie's Barn, which was delicious!

Oh, yes, their gift shop is good, too. Lots of wonderful things to buy. I could have stayed longer, to shop.

If you do this, and do not like it, I will be shaking my head at wondering why you would not. Highly recommend this. Much better than going to the shows, and we love shows.

It was hot while we were there but the 60-minute ride was incredible. There's a great bar on the tour within the first 10-15 minutes and it held up our tour for 15 minutes. My thoughts would be for them to create a separate lane for folks stopping for a drink so they don't hold everyone up. Or, for folks to grab a drink or have the bar before the tour begins. Incredible for kids

We were staying at Big Cedar Lodge and someone told us about this. We arrived about 9:30am, and we were the first out. It was a bit nippy outside, but we were so excited the cool air didn't matter. This is so much more than we expected. We saw beautiful waterfalls! Amazing bridge structures over gorges.... don't miss this experience! If you love nature and natural beauty, then, you really love this. Fortunately, we were there when the fall colors were peaking and it was a beautiful sunny day.

The golf path is very nicely done! We took our time and took lots of pics; we stayed out w/ our cart for 2hrs. Loved this, and we plan to go back and do it again!

Very disappointed, way overpriced. Advertised 2 1/2 hours but it only takes a little over an hour. Water falls, they actually pump up to them, not natural.

One of the top highlights of our trip (with kids ages 3 & 6)! Definitely order tickets online ahead of time and go early. There were times on the trail where it got quite backed up and congested but the sights, photo ops and kids standing in the water were definitely worth the time and expense!! We did the adventure add on (museum) which was meh for everyone (wouldn’t buy it again, personally)

This place was gorgeous for a golf cart ride, plenty of sights to see and picture opportunities. The price is a bit steep for this ride, but overall a good family outing.

They do not allow pets, which was a bummer. I feel there should be an extra insurance charge if you'd like to take your dog on a cart ride as an option!

This is an awesome adventure! We made reservations for 9 am and got there early. We were able to get our golf carts right away! The trail and scenery are fantastic! We had a large group and had 4 golf carts. We made several stops to take pictures and look at waterfalls. We will definitely go back! We'd like to do the tour in the fall when the leaves are changing! It took us 2-3 hours to go through the trail.

This trail was very enjoyable. It was our first visit to the Ozarks and we found them to be beautiful. Got some nice photos along the trail. The Park is amazingly designed.

Enjoyed the tour and the scenery. Rented a golf cart and toured the canyon and caves. Self guided and was able to move at our own pace. Great photo tour!

Take the time and grab a Golf Cart. The scenes and water falls are absolutely beautiful and so well worth the time. Don't rush either get out and take in the beauty.

had the best time ever doing this. You get a holf cart and ride through a beautiful trail with a nice scenery filled with pretty rocks,waterfalls,covered bridges and caves!!!! The best part is if its hot out,you c an just sit and take a relaxing ride instead of exhausting yourself and not having a good time.Wait until you get to the caves! You can stop and have a drink or a bite to eat
Its takes almost an hour and it was definitely one of the highlights of our trip!

Super fun, golf cart tour down a meandering path, and through a cave, sculpted and landscaped by the master Johnny Morris! It’s a fun trip for groups of four and definitely worth the price of admission.

Drive your own golf cart while sipping on a cocktail served drive up style just inside the cave! The entire ride is beautiful and picturesque! A must see while in Branson!

This is a must!!! Such a beautiful trail! Amazing scenic views. I would definitely visit the trail again.

We loved the golf cart ride through the Lost Canyon Nature Trail and Cave. The views were fantastic! I wish there were fewer people around so I could have taken better pictures, but the experience was great. The cave was really small and not a major part of the trail, but it was still fun to drive through.

The brochure makes a big deal of the "lost cavern" portion of this tour. In reality, the cave (which you cannot stop inside) constitutes about 3 minutes of a 30-45 minute tour. It's very dimly lit and I suspect that's because there aren't a lot of stalactites/interesting formations to see in what amounts to a covered fissure in the cliff face. That being said, the rest of the tour is pretty enjoyable. There are several places to pull over and walk around, take pictures, and enjoy the multiple waterfalls and views of Table Rock Lake. You also cross at least two covered bridges along the way. Our kids (11, 14&14) had a good time but by the end of it, they were ready to be done. It has a slightly manufactured feel as well. Too well-groomed to feel truly natural. We used our $10 voucher and spent $109 for four "adults" (children over 12 are adults) and one child. This seems too pricey for what you're getting. If it were cheaper, say $15 per person, I'd probably bump it up to four stars.

We paid $28.00 pp to ride a golf cart through what we thought were natural caves. It seemed man made and smelled terrible. The views were great outside of the cave but not worth the high price tag. The trail was overcrowded with carts and people were stopping in the middle of the path to take selfies. The line of carts trying to get through was backed up 20 deep. I would give this 4 stars if the price were 10.00 a person! Not worth the money!

This was a fun and relaxing tour. It was definitely one of the highlights of our trip. We also went through the museum -- one of the best and most interesting we have visited.

Tour consists of driving a golf cart on well paved path through a series of water falls, a cave and great views. Our 12 year old grandson enjoyed trail as well. Lots of photo ops.

What a beautiful/fun experience! Only took about 45 mins/hour. We did this about 2 hrs prior to dinner reservations at the top of the rock at Osage restaurant where we had a sunset dinner/bag pipes/cannon/fireworks over looking table rock lake.

Beautiful! Beautiful! Beautiful! The tram ride was informative and a great tour. Family all loved including 10 year old

This golf cart driving tour was fun, relaxed, and enchanting. The area is simply gorgeous and this is a great way to enjoy the sights.

Recommended. It is quite pricey. I don’t regret going ahead. You will drive through a beautiful short cave with multiple waterfalls and more along the trail. Many pullover spots for photos or just to gaze.

I would give this my top recommendation.

I read other people's reviews, and several were unhappy that it was not 100% natureally occuring. - good luck finding that many caves and waterfalls within close proximity, that you only have to park once, and are easily accessible without hiking a mile each time.

For about $40 a person, you get a golf cart, a beautiful experience.... self paced.... we arrived early (9:15am on a Wednesday) before it was crowded. We took about 90 minutes with the golfcart track.... stopping at every sight and taking pictures.

When we got back at 10:45, the place was packed.

There is also a museum included with the experience. TONS of Native American artifacts, along with Revolutionary War, and Civil War.

We spent another 90 minutes doing the shuttle and museum.

I would go back to to the night experience next time.

Very nice ride through nature. Weekends will have more people. If you want to eat at the restaurant you will have to make reservations. Recommend Buffalo cafe.

Took the golf cart tour of the cave and nature trail on a beautiful fall day. The cave was very disappointing as it was about 5 minutes from start to finish and was. Dry dark and hard to see anything inside...even for a cave.
The landscape on the nature trail was unbelievable and there were places to pull over and park the cart so you could get out and take pictures. This was a must with the waterfalls and scenery the trail had to offer.
If you have time on a beautiful day, take the tour Nd enjoy the beauty of the ozarks.

One of the most amazing places in all of Ridgedale Missouri. Can only get there by renting a golf cart as no walking allowed through the trails and cave. It was a great ride by myself and I got to see all of the falls up close. The bat cave was kind of scary for small children but all in all, what a beautiful place. Can't wait to go back next year on my return trip!

Lots of fun & beautiful scenery. The cave part was fascinating-and Watery! We marveled at what it must have taken to create.

Awesome tour! We loved it! Scenery along the trail was beautiful and and we could travel at our own pace. The caves and waterfalls were breathtaking. Very enjoyable experience. I recommend it.

It was well worth the cost of both the trail ride and museum. Take a leisuerly drive along the hills of the Ozark and enjoy both the man made and natural beauty of all the sights and sounds of the trail. Stop, take picuters or order yourself a cocktail at the bar. It was spetacular. I'm going back in Fall colors or in the Spring bloom.

Yes, it's kind of expensive ($28 per person), but we thought it was worth every penny. Obviously a lot of thought and care went into the design of the trail and the incredible landsapes. It's hard to know what was there naturally and what was created sometimes, but it was like being in seperate world of beauty and peacefulness. The cave was awesome and loved the Bat Bar!

Hop in a golf cart for 4 and GO!!! the trail is very smooth and the views are fantastic...waterfalls, rock formations, bat cave and bat drinks!!!

This place is amazing. We visited in December and it was about 50 degrees but it was still spectacular and the temperature didn't seem bad at all. This is a place everyone should see while you're visiting.

We went on a cold day but it was worth it. Driving the golf cart down and around cliffs, over streams, under waterfalls and through a majestic cave was so much fun and had it not been cold and rainy we'd have done it again! What a pleasant surprise too that in the cave was a bar serving Grey Goose concoctions.

My husband and I brought out two kids.... 11 and 14. We enjoyed everything about this place. The comfortable golf cart, the beautiful scenery, the convenient stops along the way, the bar inside the bat cave, etc. Would definitely return!

This was my favorite part of our trip to Big Cedar for our 25th wedding anniversary! Beauty around every turn! Waterfalls, bridges, caves, countryside.. all beautiful

Beautiful trails, waterfalls, and scenery. Absolutely breathtaking views. The cave was amazing with waterfalls as well.

There are many golf carts available for a journey by several waterfalls and through a cave. Everything is well cared for enhancing nature so many people are able to enjoy the beauty of the area in the comfort of the cart. This was a fun experience

Really enjoyed driving the golf cart and enjoying the beautiful grounds. Really amazed to see workers using a leaf blower on the side of cliff. Such attention to detail!

Incredibly fun activity with our kid! Enjoyed every second, September weather was mid 70s and sunny! 100% recommend!!

Beautiful! Must see! Great for people of all ages! They have a special Halloween trail they are working on. Try to go to this one when it is open! Looked like a great time!

Absolutely beautiful, kind staff and gorgeous location highly recommend. There are numerous breath taking views and great areas to stop and admire the beauty

Taking a golf cart tour of the trail and cave was a very enjoyable way to see the site. Incredible natural beauty. Great tour for shutterbugs of all levels.

You have to take this golf cart trail!!!!! We have been three times and will continue to keep going. The landscape and views on this trail are top notch. I can not say enough great things about this place. If you have never been...you have to go!!! The waterfalls and bridges and the cave are amazing!

We just spent a week in Branson and decided to drive the 10 miles to Top of the Rock and take this Lost Canyon Nature Trail. It was a blast. You sign a waiver and then are assigned either a two-man or four-man electric cart and then you take off on a beautifully groomed and manicured trail which meanders through some beautiful grounds on the property. The rock formations, waterfalls, caves, trees, bridges, and just general beauty of the trail were so fascinating. It took about 45 minutes, and we took our time, but it was really lovely and the best thing we did on our entire trip to Branson. We'll do it again but next time, we'll try the trail in the fall, which might be even more gorgeous than driving the trail in the spring.

My husband and I decided to give Top of the Rock a try and we absolutely loved it! The scenery is gorgeous, and driving the golf cart around enables you to get out and go at your own pace. After the trail we took the shuttle up to the top of the hill and went to the driving range. It was fairly inexpensive for the two of us to play, and you just can't beat the views!

Had a great time on this tour. My husband and I sat in the front of the golf cart and 3 teens in the back, 14, 15 & 17 year olds. Everyone was comfortable, it was cold but lots of fun. It wasn't too long and the views were wonderful.

We were at Big Cedar Lodge with a group of senior adults, and the Lost Canyon Nature Trail and Cave was their FAVORITE activity. The scenery is beautiful, and the trail provides an excellent opportunity for viewing it.

We had a great time. It's fun that they let you take your own cart and go at your own pace. It seemed a little pricey but still some great views and a fun activity before dinner with friends and family.

Loved this tour! Beautiful scenery and surroundings. You drive your own cart and may stop whenever you want doe pictures. The cave is beautiful and interesting. Highly recommend

Worth every penny! The scenery is spectacular. Tour is self paced with plenty of places to stop and take pictures. Also offers a military discount.

This was a pleasant surprise and really fun little excursion! It was a little pricey for the time/length of the trail but highly entertaining and definitely recommend.

Leisurely golf cart ride through beautifully manicured grounds with waterfalls galore! The cave was really cool! Complete with a drive-thru bar!

Wow! The cave is only a very small part of this, maybe 2 mins. But the rest of the ride is gorgeous, worth the visit.

It was a warm and 70 degree plus Fall day in the Ozarks and what better way to spend it then revisiting the Lost Canyon Nature Trail and Cave. As our shuttle driver mentioned to us at the end of the day come back as things are always changing with Johnny Morris. He was so right. It had been a little over two years since Karen and I had taken the golf cart tour of the Lost Canyon Nature Trail & Cave and how many improvements have been added. Multitude of turn off points to park your cart and take amazing pictures, a new lookout point walkway the overlooks the beautiful Table Rock Lake and future waterfall areas yet to be revealed. If you have not taken advantage of this attraction this Fall you will be missing one of the most amazing exhibitions of God's handiwork. More to come!

I was expecting more of a cave experience. There were beautiful views along the trail & the golf cart was fun.

Beautiful scenes as we drove our golf cart through the trails and cave. Purchased a bat cave drink to take home but you can enjoy one at the cave. Road shuttle bus over to the museum. Had to make a quick walk through this marvelous display of native american artifacts.

One of our must do when we stay at Big Cedar Lodge. Great views and just a ton of fun. You can tour at your own pace and multiple places to stop and take pictures.

Taking this self-guided golf cart tour was one of the best things we did while staying at Big Cedar. The leaves were just starting to change colors, and the waterfalls were spectacular and flowing freely just about everywhere we looked. The trip through the cave was a lot of fun in a golf cart, and it was one of the highlights of our trip to the Branson area.

Worth every penny! Rent a golf cart and drive through the most beautiful places nature has to offer, waterfalls running across the roads, covered bridges, natural caves, drive under a water fall. Its all waiting for a very reasonable price.

This was always a busy place with steep prices, but now it has gone down because the people who work there are clueless!

This is an awesome attraction. Now I know why it took 9 years to re-open Top of the Rock. Very enjoyable travel through all the rock and waterfall formations. The Bat Bar a little pricey but drinks are very good.

We visited this nature ride yesterday. Our whole family loved it! Especially liked the Bat Cave! You can take your time and get out anyway and enjoy the scenery.

My wife and I did the golf cart rental and rode through the trail. The landscape is beautiful, and the cave in a neat experience. I recommend the golf cart tour, because you can go along at your own pace pretty-much.

This was one of our favorite excursions while staying at Big Cedar Lodge. It was so fun and relaxing. You can stop at your leisure and take pictures of the beautiful waterfalls and autumn foliage. The drive up bar in the bar cave was cool. This is a do not miss.

For about an hour, you ride around the "park" in golf carts on a pre-set train to see absolutely gorgeous views from the highest point around and travel through caves and around waterfalls. Lots of fun!

We had a great time. Beautiful scenery with many waterfalls & a cave! Riding in a golf cart made this tour easy & fun. Highly recommend

On our last visit (TA review- Nov-24), we toured the Trail during the day; which was wonderful.
This year we toured at night, to experience the holiday lighting; and it was amazing.
Though tickets were sold-out online; after about a 1/2 hour wait at the counter, we were able to select a time once the 4pm tickets became available.
Most of the staff with whom we interacted, were friendly and accommodating.
A note for taller patrons: the golf cart driver seats are fixed, so it's a bit close to the floor pedal.
The Trail itself was magnificent; with the lighting effects ranging from ethereal to spectacular. We were appreciative of the patrons ahead of us, moving at a leisurely pace; allowing us time to immerse into the beauty of the surroundings (we actually enjoyed when the line would completely stop for a bit, and we could just gaze about).
Both day and night, traveling the Trail is a treat; but the night-time experience is magical.

Was told this was a , not-to-miss something to do while in Branson. We were not disappointed. Beautiful weather. Beautiful sights. Beautiful waterfalls. Beautiful time had by all.
So I'm a gonna tell you the same. This is a not-to-miss something to see.

We did this tour right after it rained one morning so the weather was perfect it was overcast and cool. I believe you could have done it even in the rain because the cart you are on keeps you decently covered. Driving through the cave and getting a drink was a lot of fun. Overall it was a very neat experience with beautiful views we took lots of great photographs. At one point if you drive too close to a waterfall you will get a little wet. Adds to the Fun! Great for any age.

I was skeptical about whether or not this would be worth the cost ($34 each) but we are so glad we did this. It was so much fun, especially driving into the cave and past the Cave Bar. We liked that part so much we did it twice! There are many places to stop along the golf cart drive to enjoy the sites and waterfalls. The developer of this resort and its activities has done a fabulous job developing a beautiful piece of property into something everyone can enjoy.

A super ride in a golf cart to see waterfalls and a cave. The bar inside the cave is a cute idea. The views were terrific.

This was so much fun! I wasn’t sure how our 4 and 2 year olds would like it, but they both loved it as well as our teenager. The cave was really cool & the bar inside is a nice touch, there’s even a screen on the golf cart to order ahead. There were so many beautiful waterfalls & views of the lake, with parking spots along the way so you can safely stop for photos. We even saw a groundhog, which the kids have not stopped talking about since! It was so nice to be outside doing something different as a family, it would be a romantic date for sure & I imagine lots of proposals have taken place alone the way!

We had a great time driving the golf cart on this nature and cave trail at Top of the Rock. It was beautiful weather with a slight breeze making the trip very comfortable. The cave was interesting as well as the many waterfalls and vistas. The golf cart was easy to drive and no one was in a hurry to get around us because they were taking pictures, too. I enjoyed the experience immensely.

must do drive thru nature trail with caves and waterfalls they serve drinks in the cave and you take as much time as you want to complete trail

Absolutely beautiful .... I enjoyed this so much more than the shows. We enjoyed the waterfalls and scenery

We had a beautiful day to do the golf cart tour on the trail. We arrived early in the morning and got on the trail before too many carts were out. We were able to take our time and stop at points where you could pull off the trail to park and snap some pics of the beautiful waterfalls, hills and valleys, rock formations etc. It took us just under an hour to complete the trail and when it ended wished it had been longer. So relaxing to ride along and take in the beauty of the Ozark hills!

Very impressive path, bridges and cave. Very relaxing and spectacular nature trail. A must see for the entire family!

A unique experience to see some awesome views and see some Ozark nature and views. Great photo oportunities so make sure to take a camera or phone along

One of the most fun adventures we had at Big Cedar. Jump on a golf cart and ride the trail into the cavern. Stop at the Bat Bar and grab a drink to enjoy along the way. Tons of photos ops and lit up with lights after dusk. We loved this !

They charge $25 per person to ride a golf cart (4 per cart) around a paved path. But since my husband and brother-in-law played the 9-hole par 3 course (which they said was excellent), they were given 2 passes for Lost Canyon Nature Trail. Still. It's overpriced. But an ingenious idea for the resort to make money! Granted, we did this ride on a cold December day. No pretty wildflowers to view along the path. Perhaps it's more scenic in the spring and summer. It appears most of the waterfalls are man made. Sure, the cave is natural. But it's a short ride through it. Nothing special to write home about.

My wife and I walked the nature trail instead of riding in the golf carts. It's about 2.5 miles and a little strenuous in spots, but not bad if you are in decent shape. I was a bit surprised that they charge $25.00 per person to walk the trail, but it was very scenic, lots of waterfalls, the cave and other scenic views.

We had a wonderful time enjoying the weather and spectacular views from the trail. The waterfalls were amazing, and the bat cave was a fun attraction. The museum was so much more extensive than I was expecting! Plan on spending some time there. I had read a couple of reviews, not realizing they were from 2019. So don’t be surprised when you get there and the tickets are $41 per person, not $25. Staff is very friendly and helpful.

The golf tour was worth it. Beautiful locations.
The kids liked the tour. No rush, less crowded. The overall experience was pleasant.

Driving the golf cart with seats for four people was a lot of fun, In addition to the many waterfalls, we drove through a cave with tight corners and unique formations. You proceed under some waterfalls, which is refreshing on a warm day.

Plenty of photo opportunities along the trail. The trail and cave have been terra-formed to make it safe and cart friendly. Somewhat like an adult Disney with beautiful scenic views. When you buy your tickets you can deduct the $10 park admission price. If you're a veteran, let them know for an added 10%. Spend an extra $7.00 for the Ozark Museum.

Enjoyed the Scenic Drive in Golf Cart through wooded hills to see water falls, Amish bridges, rock formations, and caves with drive through bat bar.

Our family had a good time. We had a party of 7 adults and 2 children (ages 4 and 2). We rode in two four seat carts. We got there at opening time and it was already busy. We did get in the first round of carts and only had to wait in line to buy our tickets. The area is very nice and new. The kids, and adults for that matter, were all entertained. It was fun to park and get out and take some pictures. There was a nice breeze on a hot day. We particularly liked the waterfalls and the cave. After we were done, we took the shuttle to the museum afterwards and it was very well done. There were some very interesting artifacts and neat replicas. The kids loved the fossils of the animals. The view from the patio is excellent. The price is a little high but it is nice that all proceeds go to conservation. The only thing we were a bit disappointed in, is that on top of the price of the tickets, you have to pay an entrance fee to get in per car. It just made the experience even more expensive. Overall, it was worth it.

Did the Christmas lights tour. We had great weather and it was beautiful. I believe this may have been the first year with lights at Christmas.

Wonderful outing with leisurely golf car trail. We were so surprised by the beautiful scenery and waterfalls along the route. A perfect way to spend an hour in the Ozarks. Top of the Line.

It's all about nature. Fantastic views of the Ozarks, rock formations, wildlife (if you see any), ride through a tunnel, and cute (manmade, I think) small waterfalls. You drive, unguided, in your own golf cart; seats four.

This is so much fun! What's not to love about taking a golf cart through a GORGEOUS nature park full of photo stops and a trip through a cave with thundering waterfalls?! And in the cave you come to the Bat Bar and you can get a drink! Johnny Morris hits it out of the park again!

The trail is nice and good that you go on your own pace with the golf cart. but I thought the cave part was going to be longer...
the price is a little expensive for me, But is still worth it i think

Such a terrific place! Nice quiet golf cart ride through a cave a nature trail; 9 waterfalls; takes about an hour or so; there’s a bar in the cave; 3-4 covered bridges to cross; we arrived between 1-2 pm and there was a waiting line but it moved pretty quickly; will definitely return;
NO BATHROOMS ON THE TRAIL so go before you go.

Not worth the price. Beautiful? Yes. But, for a billionaire who wants praise for “giving back” to the community and “conservation”, $98 for 2 adults should not be a non-profit. Not to mention the trees wrapped in Christmas lights in August and all the fake rocks trying to hide electrical wires everywhere. This is what privatization of National Parks would look like. Then if you want to see the Top of the Rock Church, etc, you have to pay $25 extra for valet parking!? Ridiculous!! Billionaires already get enough of our tax money.

So if your going for the cave don't bother the "cave" part literally is a horseshoe you drive in and out in two minutes. If you want a cave experience plenty of other places in Missouri for a real one. That being said it is a beautiful,relaxing, romantic ride. We were celebrating 15 yr Anniversary and enjoyed it. Kids will like it too just remember the cave is tiny sliver of the ride. There is the bar at the entrance I got cannon ball drink for $11 (it's pre mixed) and same drink at top of the rock is $14 lol - no joke. This ride does not take 1 hr more like 40 minutes at most and that was stopping frequently. Again it is really pretty and lots of waterfalls to see along with shelf rock. So yes I will come back and take the kids (because they would enjoy it) although it is very pricey and you sign your life away with the huge form you have to fill out prior 🙄 lawyers.

This was, by far, our grandkids favorite part of the trip. They loved that we self-guided in the golf cart through the cave and stopped to order drinks at the bat bar. They can't wait to return.

This was our favorite thing we did in Branson. Is a self guided tour on golf carts . Was so nice being able to take our time and not feel rushed . Was absolutely beautiful! We plan on doing again when we go back .

Our family loves every minute of our time. There was plenty of stops along the way to take amazing pictures and to see the true beauty of Missouri. A very unique experience and is good for any time of group

This tour allows you to drink in the natural beauty of the Ozarks at your own pace. You drive a quiet electric golf cart on paved paths that wind through forests and hillsides past some of the most beautiful waterfalls and canyons in the Ozarks, as well as inside and through the Lost Cave! The paths are wonderfully designed to take you to the very best vantage points possible for photographs, or just to stand there and try to take it all in. The cart paths have plenty of parking areas near each of the area highlights. We WILL take our friends along to share it with them, but that's actually only an excuse for us to go again!

This was fun! There were 4 adults one 95 and was a great way for her to see nature while I drove her through waterfalls, pools, caves, wood bridges and beautiful nature scenes on a golf cart. Really fun! Can stop and get out and really enjoy yourself at your own pace.

Well worth the short drive from Branson. A small tip, you will need to pay a $10 per car entry fee for grounds access. Proceed to the tour start, and pay $25pp for golf cart. Get your camera ready and enjoy the all paved trails. Couple of caves to go through. Plenty of opportunities to pull over and take pictures. The have 2 or 4 person carts. Ride the free shuttle to the Main clubhouse for a view that is magnificent. Glad we put this on our list to do.

It is a unique experience but definitely not worth the price tag. disappointed that so much of it seems man-made. Very crowded no spacing out of the golf carts. Total tourist trap.

We were on a bus tour of Branson and needed a break from all the shows. This was a great short getaway to see a little of the Ozarks. We have some mobility problems so only took the golf cart tour and it was very enjoyable. A great escape to nature to refresh!

This was one of the better attractions at Big Cedar. The golf carts are all very nice and newer and fun to drive. Everywhere you drive along the trail is beautiful scenery, we'd love to go back and do it in the fall when the leaves start to change colors. Very cool bartender as you enter the cave, with drive-thru service, which was a hoot. One note: take your time when you reach the cave. There is only ONE cave and it goes by very fast. We thought there would be "several" caves, so we zoomed through it, only to be disappointed that that was it. Otherwise, this was one of our highlights during our week at Big Cedar.

You drive your own golf cart through combed woods to see waterfalls, natural rock, amazing photo ops. Perfect for kids.

Wonderful time driving thru the lost canyon nature trail and cave. What a scenic view of the area and all the fantastics waterfalls. A great place to visit for the day..

My husband and I enjoyed our golf cart tour. We decided to wait and go late in the day as the weather was warmer then. We had to wait in line but not too long. What I liked about this, it was fun to do something different. The carts are really nice. A lot of waterfalls. I think we should of gone at night as I think that would of been super cool. I recommend this, it is spendy but ....again nice to do something different.

Almost lost my life last night. The golf cart they put me and my family in had one headlight, shotty brakes and no seat belts. We were on a hill going very slow and the brakes locked up and I WAS EJECTED FROM THE CART! I flew out of the cart and hit the pavement. I'm so lucky I wasn't thrown off a cliff or run over. Because I was wearing a fur lined hat I didn't get a head injury but I'm banged up really bad and in so much pain. I'm going to the hospital to get x-rays for internal injuries. This is a very dangerous attraction WITH TWO BARS along the way. I could have lost my life last night. Good job Johnny Morris! Give people alcohol, put them in a golf cart with no seat belts and brakes that don't work and turn them loose. I'm lucky to be alive and its only a matter of time before some one does get killed.

What a nice way to see the beauty that Big Cedar has tried so hard to preserve ( and create). It was very cold and windy and this was the only way we were going to see this part of the property. Golf carts are a lot easier than hiking anytime. The bar at the cave was a super indulgence

Beautiful place, but badly overpriced. We paid roughly $40 per person for the combo golf cart & museum tour, plus had to pay an additional $10 just to park. Refreshments are insanely expensive as well ($5 for a small lemonade). The golf cart tour only takes about an hour. The cart path is only wide enough for one cart, so be prepared to get stopped behind other tourists at times (especially at the cave entrance). Most of the scenic spots have parking areas so that you can park the golfcart and not be in the way of others. The museum was incredible. We were told it would take 1-2 hours, but spent 3+ hours there, and that was with us skimming the last few rooms.

for those who want adventure on a golf cart on a paved trail, let us hope that a taste of the outdoors provided opens up the public to see more and get off the road, still a beauty to behold , definitely a new way to see a cave and waterfalls.

I really enjoyed this little adventure. Stunning views and some very cool bridges. I recommend this for anyone.

You pay to get in and pay more to do anything. I'm sure at some point you will have to pay to use the bathroom.

Great way to see the beautiful views and waterfalls at Top of the Rock! Fun for the whole family! Be sure to enjoy a drink in the Bat Cave!

While staying at Big Cedar Lodge, we decided to take the 2.5 mile golf cart tour of Lost Canyon Nature Trail and Cave. What a neat experience. You're surrounded by caves, waterfalls and rock formations. The ride is done at a very slow pace and you can pull off at anytime to take pictures. So many beautiful features, it really is worth seeing. They even have a bar in the cave, if you want to purchase a drink.

If one has mobility issues, as we do; riding a golf cart for 2+ miles through beautiful natural (and structured) scenery, is much preferred to hiking the route.
After a lunch at Arnie's Barn, and a shuttle bus ride back (for which there was a bit of a wait); we were fortunate, that being mid-week, mid-afternoon, there was no wait for the golf carts.
It was a pleasant day, and the trees still held their color; providing a nice accent to the waterfalls and rock formations.
The distant construction, added some interesting counter point to the immersive surroundings.
This was again, one of our favorite activities, while visiting the Branson area.
Our only regret, was not being able to schedule a return night-time tour; to enjoy the lights and Xmas decorations.

What Johnny Morris is creating with what Mother Nature has to offer and the skill of the laborers is a must see!

Worth the driven out of Branson. Best on a good weather day. The weather wasn't cooperative for us in March, but the golf cart drive through was beautiful. My parents appreciated not having to walk the whole trail, but there are plenty of opportunities to stop and take photos.

We did the self guided golf cart tour…stunningly beautiful! Waterfalls, caves, scenic vistas everywhere you look! We will definitely be visiting again!

This place is AMAZING! You pay $10 at the gate to enter, in return you are given a $10 voucher to use on the property. We did the golf cart ride on the nature trail. It was BEAUTIFUL!!! Waterfalls, cliff walls, caves, a rustic covered bridge, sweeping vistas of Ozark mountains. You go at your own pace. The trail is plenty wide to pass by others who may be pulled over. Lots of places to stop for photo ops. I would highly recommend visiting Lost Canyon Nature Trail.

We had a Great Experience, we wanted to do the day trail but because of weather it was closed due to ice being on trial. We opted to upgrade to the LOST CANYON CHRISTMAS CART TOUR AT TOP OF THE ROCK. Very cold but good experience for the kids. We however would have liked the day tour because of the scenery and since it was our first experience at Lost Canyon. Great Views during the daytime. The ticket also gives you entry into the museum, hop on the bus from lost canyon and it is a 5 min ride.

We had hoped to do the guided walk of the Nature trail but the weather wasn't good when that was scheduled so we ended up doing the Nature trail and cave self guided trip on a golf cart when the weather cleared up. We followed a paved trail 2.5 miles long into the canyon. We passed several waterfalls and many scenic sights. The trail goes through a cave at one point. There is even a bar inside the cave where you can buy a drink if you want. (We didn't do that so I'm not sure what all was offered.) There were many places where you could park the golf cart and take photos or just enjoy the view.

In the month of October they have a haunted tour as well. We didn't do that but all the skeletons were set up for that. That made it even more fun to do this time of year.

This is a bit pricey ($25 person) but is a unique experience and we felt it was more than worth the price. Highly recommended.

The scenery was magnificent. It was crisp cool, sunny fall like day. We took a golf cart along the trail path. We were able to enjoy the scenery from the golf cart trail. If you want a scenic but leisurely way to enjoy your self, this is for you. Johnny Morris did a great job creating a way for all to enjoy nature's beauty.

My husband, who is in a wheelchair, opted not to go with us since it would have been a bit difficult for him to get in the golf cart. But the rest of our group very much enjoyed this tour, which took around 50 minutes, as they described. Beautiful scenery and a very good way for us to start our trip in Branson and at Top of the Rock. Be aware that parking is a bit odd. You have to park at this area for the Lost Canyon tour and then be shuttled over to the main area where the museum and restaurants are. Either that, or pay $15 extra for valet parking...which we figured was worth it since my husband was in a wheelchair.

Peaceful. The waterfalls were magnificent. Unbelievable how this place can be rugged one minute and so beautiful the next. Go on the golf cart tour at your own pace. Lots of places to stop and take pictures. I highly recommend it.

It was too cold to go on the golf carts this time, but we thoroughly enjoyed it the last time we were here. Neat surprise along the way. Fun driving around and seeing the scenery and the quiet is amazing! Water falls too!

This is a self driving golf cart tour. Very beautiful scenery with lots of waterfalls. Views are great. Some of the waterfalls and rock formations are man made. The sink hole and Arnie's barn located at the site were interesting. We did not visit the museum which others said was good. This resort area is a golfer's paradise.

This was SOOOO overpriced and so boring! I feel completely ripped off. The golf carts go super slow and people stop to take pictures of literally nothing and you can’t pass them unless you get lucky and they pull off to the side. Maybe this would be fun for little kids but otherwise, don’t waste your money.

Really enjoyed this experience with my daughter, her husband and my 2 grandsons. Lots of beautiful scenery and a couple chipmunks along the way. The carts were clean and quiet. Yes, it's expensive... but we did receive a discount because my husband is a veteran. I don't think this would be very enjoyable in the rain, but we had a nice sunny day and made a lot of stops for photos.

This was an awesome experience! !! Riding the golf cart through 2.5 miles of beautiful
Scenery - loved the views. waterfalls, the bridge etc! Super organized and relaxing!! Awesome!!

Exceptional fun for the whole family and great way to meet new people as you tour around in the golf cart. Beautiful scenery and adventure as you take as long as you want on a truly nature trail. The trail was well thought out and planned to give you the full effect of the surroundings. Plan on doing this again on the next trip. Will even look into staying on the grounds at the Big Cedar Lodge.

It is a self toured course by water falls and through a cave on a paved path with a golf cart. We enjoyed going at our own pace since you get to drive the cart yourself. Multiple pull off spots to get out and take photos. The trail was being expanded while we were there. I did get charged a parking fee of $10, which was covered by $10 off coupon. You can take the free shuttle over to the museum, restaurant, golf course, sink hole, and a great overview of the area. It is pricy at $28.00 a person, otherwise I would have given it a excellent rating.

The fog lifted the morning we went and the view was amazing. The trees and waterfalls were beautiful. The whole family, including the toddler had a fun time.

YOU MUST take your family through the lost canyon nature trail & cave by golf cart tour---so worth it! One of the best things we did on our trip to Branson area.

I promise you will thank me later!

2.5 mile trail through nature where you will see waterfalls, rock formations, trees, but suprisingly no animals.

Initially some sticker shock at about $35 a piece, but it was amazing. They should warn you about the bear’s roar in the first cave (heart attack) nut bats cave amazing with golf cart drive up bar and waterfall. Multiple waterfalls and vistas to die for. Take your time — 50-60 minutes. Loved it.

This is a MUST do on your list of activities for Branson. The self guided golf cart tour was amazing because you could take your time and really enjoy the beauty of the Ozarks! When you reach the caves, it was truly breath taking!!

Was so pleasantly surprised by the self-guided gold cart tour! It was fantastic!! Can't wait to go back to Branson and come to Lost Canyon again!

A jeep drawn wagon takes passengers along the trail and meanders through cool,verdant forests and streams. Streams are teeming with trout literally jumping all around you. Waterfalls and caves abound. There is a mill for lunch and a small cafe that serves coffee and such.
Bikes can be rented to visit this site or you can get fly fishing rods and go for the trout.

We ventured on the trail during a warm spell in January with a package deal through Big Cedar's app. Our family had never been there, and they loved the sites and beauty of nature. I love the bridges and metalwork. I suggest taking pictures of each of them and then making a photo album of them. Stop frequently to get the best views.

Worth the price to take the tour! We went a little too fast through it and should have taken our time, but we were excited for more!! They have a bat bar in the cave, you pull up with your cart and order and continue driving onward!! I would definitely do this again. When you come in, you have to pay $10 for parking, but you get a voucher of $10 for the attraction.

I am a well traveled person and felt compelled to write a review because this place is truly remarkable. Best $40 I have ever spent on a 'tourist attraction' and the scenery is absolutely beautiful. Do this tour if you are anywhere in the area.

Nice walk into a canyon. If you do the main trail and the 2 side trails, I think it is about 8 miles. The main trail is paved, the 2 side trails are not. There is a bathroom part way into the cave, but there is food/beverage in the canyon, other than at the start, so take a water bottle with you. They could improve it by having a grill with a few options and a cooler of soda and water bottles half way into the canyon. We walked it away. The segways weren't running (Not sure they ever were this summer as we were scouting the place). Tram, I think better reserve far in advance and same with normal park entry on a summer day or what might be a nice crowded weekend. Some of the falls seem fake. Overall was scenic and they do a nice job of upkeep. Restaurant was fine, nice people. Not certain this will keep a kids attention and different than an area trail on the alltrails app that would be free.

If you love nature and waterfalls you have to go here! So fun and very relaxing to look at all the beautiful nature!

Located at the Top of the Rock in Ridgedale Missouri, this is a fun way to see waterfalls, cliffs, a cave, birds, and animals all while driving your golf cart. Plenty of places to pull over to take photos. A definite must-do if in the area.

I rarely ever give a one star review but I’ll make an exception for this one.

We paid $28pp to walk along a golf cart path (complete with tourists in golf carts passing us frequently) lined with landscaping. Along the way we saw several man-made fake waterfalls and rock formations. The cave that we walked through was originally natural, but it has been so modified you can’t tell anymore. Modifications include a drive through bar. Yes that’s right, the people in golf carts squeeze past you to pick up a Bud Light on their way through the cave.

Our “tour guide” was pleasant, but offered nothing in the way of commentary. Her job was simply to keep the group together.

So in summary we saw very little nature, learned nothing about the ecology and history of the area, and walked along a golf cart path. If that’s what you want to pay for, fine. But it is a crime that they advertise this as a nature hike.

My husband and I decided to try the Lost Canyon Nature Trail at the recommendation of a friend who had visited Big Cedar Lodge. While the tickets were a bit costly (around $75 for two of us), we were truly surprised by the experience. It was a hot day, so we were grateful to have the golf carts and some shade for exploring. The grounds are beautifully maintained, and while it didn't feel like "wilderness," it was a very beautiful experience.

This is a fun little excursion. You will pay $10 just to enter top of the rock if you are not staying at Big Cedar. For our family of 5 we paid $135 to do this golf court tour. Add to that you probably aren’t going to get away without buying your kiddos a drink at the drive up bay cave bar. So at this point we have spent close to $200 for about an hour of entertainment.

It was a super fun time and we enjoyed seeing all the beautiful scenery. We even got to see two small deer that crossed over the golf cart Path. Waterfalls are plentiful. I do have to ask why the price is per person rather than per golf cart. It seemed that our family was rather squished into one cart paying more than double people there as a coupe for example. $5 for a lemonade seemed a bit steep at the drive up bar. So while we loved this experiences it’s hard for me to give it a perfect rating when I felt that value for my money wasn’t there.

We had a great time touring this beautiful part of the Ozarks. We actually didn't have this tour planned, I just decided to stop by. So glad we did. We spent the better part of the morning here and took some amazing pictures.

Beautiful waterfalls and scenery. We walked the whole thing and it was a little over 6 miles. Totally worth it!!! We got to walk into Arkansas and see the golden rainbow trout at the end of a beautiful waterfall!!!

Amazing views and wonderful polite employees. Golf cart ride is on your own so at your own pace
With many photo opps

Very relaxing, Beautiful! whether it was man made or natural. We would certainly do this again as I am sure we didn’ see it all.

Loved the golf cart ride through the winding nature trail. The waterfalls were beautiful and the bridges had so much character and design like one's in Europe.
I would next time lose the crowd of carts and stay back just relaxing and enjoying the beauty and peacefulness a little bit longer. I'd take a bag lunch too. (smile)

My family and I had such a wonderful time riding the golf cart through the beautiful scenery. We got to take some gorgeous family pictures with stunning backdrops. Inside the cave was gorgeous. I wished we would have turned right coming out of the cave and went back through it for a second look. The carts have a roof that you can pull back or keep on for shade. I would definitely do this again!

If you love nature, this is a place for you. All your senses are effected, the smell of freshness in the air, the sights of beauty all around you. You just need to remember to take the time to enjoy all the beauty around you, The dress code is what is appropriate for the weather , comfortable. The time for this visit is up to the individual, no need to rush, stop for photo shots at ones leisure. we did see some that rushed through, but then they missed all the beauty of waterfalls or rock formation, or even the caverns..so for time it could take an hour or 3 hours .

Enjoyed the experience of driving our own golf cart through the cavern and nature trail. Drinks available in cave. Scenic!

It’s fun to drive a golf cart through the woods and impeccable landscaping to visit a Disney-esque cave. Takes less than an hour.

Busy during the week, but such a beautiful experience!! Im not a big history person, but my husband and son loved the museum.. it was really big!

Wonderful experience and would highly recommend a visit. However no one told us it really is better to go after 4pm when everything is open. We went in the morning and did the golf cart tour which was spectacular but crowded so be prepared to stop as others are not usually considerate to pull over. The only thing open in the morning was Arnie’s barn and gift shop so we didn’t get to see some of the other restaurants and places. They have a beautiful evening sunset ceremony too which we wish we had known about ahead of time. Go in the evening! If we could do over again we would definitely return but in the evening!

This is a self driven golf cart ride. You can spend more or less time, stopping off at parking spots.
We really loved the trip through the cave.
You should wear comfortable and waterproof clothing as you can get very wet if you want too.
We will recommend this to our friends

We took our friends on the golf cart ride through Lost Canyon at Top of the Rock. I have been several times before and it is definitely a crowd pleaser. But I was even more delighted today on our ride since part of the route and sound and visual effects have been changed and enhanced. So for a repeat customer I was thrilled! I highly recommend the ride for all... adults love it just as much as children!

This was a birthday surprise my daughter & son n law.....
9 yr old granddaughter total of 6 2 carts....absolutely amazing beauty.....gorgeous setting of mountains waterfalls view of lake & top it off riding thru the cave. .MAGNIFICIENT!
They have such beautiful pathways & its comfortable as well! Handicap accessible for sure!

Drive golf carts to see beautiful views Self tour so you can take as much or as little time you want at each stop along the way. No bathrooms on the trail. Prepare for that. Extra surprise a drive through bar at entrance of cave.

We started with a rented golf cart to take in nature’s beauty along the 2.5 mile trail, traveling at your own pace. We made several stops along the way to take pictures and enjoy nature, and at the Bat Cave for refreshments. After that we took the shuttle up to the museum, wandering thru all the exhibits. In all a most enjoyably day.

The views are spectacular,, the trail is nice and smooth and it's wonderful to ride the golf cart. I would have rated the experience a 5 except for the fact there is no restroom along the trail. It can take quite awhile to get back to the starting point if you really want to take your time and enjoy every bit of the trail. There should be a bathroom at least halfway through.

This is a beautiful, leisurely self guided golf cart ride through woods and caves with gorgeous waterfalls thrown in too. Don't hesitate to check this out.

This is one of the coolest things to do while in Branson! The self guided golf cart tour takes you through all paved roads and the trail goes through a cave. Beautiful waterfalls and tons of photo opportunities! The carts are easy to drive and will seat either 2 or 4. Once you are done, you can go a second time for 50% off! We will be doing this again I’m sure!

Need to kill a couple hours and see some sites including waterfalls, landscape, a cave and Amish built covered bridges? This is the place. Not a lot of time on the trail for the money, but, spend a few bucks on a nice day and you will not be upset you did.

It was a good experience, but not exceptional. The staff were friendly, the views were beautiful, the bat cave was cool, it’s just very Disney-natural. It’s nature, for sure, but it just seems very man made. It’s great for people with mobility issues or if you want to enjoy being outside for a while without walking around, but I think it’s kind of expensive for what it is. I traveled with my husband and 10 and 12 year olds.

We were there for the day. some of our family were staying there for a few days. We had not visited Big Cedar Lodge in about 20 years. It certainly is a lot bigger and has a lot more to do. We took the golf cart "Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail" tour as our last event of the day. You drive yourself along a path.

The good: It is a very nice ride. The carts have tops you can slide back. There are a number of falls and you can stop at them if you want. There are markings along the way that link to your route map. They explain some of the wildlife (we actually didn't see any) and native trees and plants of the area. At one point you go through a cave with a waterfall. There is a drive by bar at the entrance where you can get a few select drinks. There are a few beautiful wood bridges you drive over. Lots of opportunities for pictures. Take a real camera with you.

The not so good: It is very expensive for a self guided golf cart ride. $25 dollars a person. While it is worth a look, the price point should be about half that.

This was such a fun and beautiful tour. We rode the tour on a golf cart. The cave part itself was a small part of the whole tour, but it was beautiful! The water and waterfalls were spectacular. We had a great time and we took lots of pictures.

This place is a great place the view is awesome. I had a lot of fun on the tour have taken it twice once with my mom and once with my husband.

Amazing views of nature. This is a great place to take the whole family. Anyone who can ride in a golf cart can explore beautiful landscapes, plants, trees, amazing rock formations and waterfalls. Plus a drive-through cave. You won’t be disappointed. The cave has wonderful formations...don't forget to look up. You drive your own golf cart so you can go at your own pace with plenty of places to pull over and let others pass or stop for photo ops. Have a full battery in your phone or camera and take your time or you might miss something

Enjoy the golf cart tour at your own pace, stop for pictures or to admire the scenery. The water falls are beautiful.

I've taken the golf cart excursion twice and both times it was just amazing. You go at your own pace. Is absolutely beautiful!

We started out our day by taking the self-guided golf cart through the trails. It was a very cool experience. It was cold so there weren't a lot of people out on the trail so that made it easy to take good pictures! After the tour, we went to the Museum. I would advise that and then explore the building that is located in. Gorgeous facilities and attractions abound there. The shuttle will take you there and then back to your car. I highly recommend the whole day. If you can wait until 5:00 pm you can also go check out Chapel of the Ozarks. One of the prettiest churches I've ever seen and more than worth waiting until 5:00 pm to check it out.

You will not be disappointed. Everything about this place was incredible. The scenery was stunning. Go close to sunset and be sure to watch the sunset service.

This is the best self guided tour I've experienced. Great views at your own pace. Beautiful water falls, drive thru caves complete with a drive up refreshment bar. You won't be disappointed

I highly recommend if you visit Top of the Rock to check out the trail. Jump on a golf cart and be prepared to be amazed by the views.

Each member in my family gave this attraction 5- stars....and was the most-liked attraction out of all of the things we did in Branson. The promo on its website says that this is about a 40 minute attraction, but you actually go at your own pace, so you can easily extend it to an hour. The views are gorgeous and the waterfalls are spectacular. Now, as far as caverns.....this attraction is 90% outside. You only go into the cavern during the middle of your tour and you are not in there very long. However, what you do see is well worth the trip. We will definetly do this again. Don't leave Branson without seeing this attraction !!

This is a beautiful but kind of expensive excursion. It's fun to be able to say you got a drink from a bar inside a cave..

This was our second visit. This time we had to share it with our friends. If you like beautiful scenery and nature be sure to rent a golf cart and take your sweet time exploring along along this paved trail. A must to do when in the Branson MO area.

Great way to spend a few hours! We had great weather today on our first visit to Top of the Rock. We chose to do the Lost Canyon Trail which you drive a golf cart on a paved trail. There are many places to stop and take pictures or just enjoy the view. You pay $10 to enter which is a voucher to use toward anything but we used it toward our tickets which are $25 to do the self guided tour. When we first started it was crowded but because everyone goes at their own pace we never felt crowded! There is a cave u drive through that's has a little bar and u order a drink from your cart and go on- you can not get out in the cave! We will be back!

The wait for the carts was long but not u bearable. The carts were in good shape. We loved the drive and the scenery was gorgeous! We really loved the Bat Bar in the cave and the large sculptures throughout.

This is not a cave tour. I repeat. This is not a cave tour. You are going to pay thirty dollars per person to drive golf cart through a paved nature trail. You drive through a very short cavern that has a bar in it. I mean a one second drive thru. The rest is just driving around the path looking at waterfalls. I personally would not do it again as an active young adult. Its just not really my thing. For older individuals and small children who don't want to walk around nature and explore, this would probably be a great activity. For people who want to actually explore stuff and be active, you will hate this. I reviewed it as three stars due to their false advertising. They really should not say cave tour as I would never classify what they have as an actual cave.

Enjoyed seeing the waterfalls and cave by golf cart. There were so many things you can't see from the road that we saw from the golf cart trail. Very enjoyable

We enjoyed our experience on the tour. It was helpful that we bought our tickets online and arrived before noon on Sunday so we were able to walk right up and get on the cart. Later in the day the lines were pretty long when we got off the tour. It was a beautiful ride. You can pull over at designated parking areas to take in some of the beautiful sites and take pictures. Definitely worth doing if you are at big Cedar Lodge. If you go to the Bat Bar in the cave, it is a drive-through. They only accept credit cards. They were out of bloody Mary mix by noon. The drinks are about nine dollars. The server girl was probably the only person that wasn’t happy and friendly that we encountered on the entire Cedar Lodge property. The were carts that held two or four people.

One of the most fun and beautiful things I have done in the Branson area! My entire family loved this from the 6 year old to the 83 year old! We didnt want it to end, and contemplated going again. Do it! You wont be disappointed!

What a great surprise. The hour ride was exactly what my wife and I needed to wrap up our day! Easily accessible and beauty all around. Great place to take the kids or Mom and Dad, Grandpa and Grandma! A little pricey, but worth it!

Love this adventure. It was fun and different. It was only two of us so I didn’t mind paying the price but for the whole family it would be very pricey.

We traveled with our 4 & 7yo and absolutely loved it! It was nice to see & feel nature outside the bustle of Branson. The waterfall cave was so neat and we got drinks at the bar.👍 The cart in front of was smart and cut through at the end of the cave to go through again!

Very fun time. We did the cart tour and saw beautiful scenery. We took our time and it lasted well over an hour.

I didn't know what to expect on this golf cart trip through the wilderness (paved route), but the waterfalls, views, and cave excursion were neat, neat, neat! A truly unexpected pleasure.

Nice scenery. Pleasant, relaxing experience. The kids are running the place and would obviously prefer to be somewhere else. The parking director girl couldn’t be bothered with any questions. The ticket sales girls was engaged with her coworker discussing their recent tatoos. I must say she demonstrated some skill in being able to complete the transaction without ever looking at me or the ticket machine.

We thoroughly enjoyed our tour today. The golf cart ride was very nice, you just followed the path and could stop where you wanted to take pictures. If you love waterfalls, you will love this nature trail. We went in October and the leaves were starting to change. The Bat Bar was pretty cool as you just drove up and could purchase a drink. The cave part seemed pretty quick, you are definitely outside way more than you are in the cave. If you are in the Branson area and looking for an outdoorsy nature thing to do, this is it!

I have to say this was the best activity we did in Branson everything else was a tourist trap..I wanted to pay and ride thru again it was beautiful other visitors were very friendly and my family loved everything they saw and the best pink lemonade at the bat bar..If I ever go to Branson again I will do this nature and cave tour again also you pay 10 for parking but get it back in the tour tickets