Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail

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Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail

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150 Top of the Rock Rd, Ridgedale, MO 65739

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Golf cart tours w/ waterfalls, cave bar & scenic Ozark views  

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150 Top of the Rock Rd, Ridgedale, MO 65739 Get directions

topoftherock.com
@bigcedarlodge

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150 Top of the Rock Rd, Ridgedale, MO 65739 Get directions

+1 417 339 5306
topoftherock.com
@bigcedarlodge
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"In the Missouri Ozarks, the Bat Bar gives new meaning to the term “watering hole.” It’s next to a waterfall within a mountaintop cave. The good thing is it’s never all that crowded, unless you count the bats.  Visitors park at the Top of the Rock welcome center and take two- or four-person golf carts through a 2.5-mile woodland path over streams and bridges, stopping at both a butterfly garden and a scenic overlook called Eagle Pass. Shortly into the trip, the trail dips into the Lost Canyon Cave, wherein lies the one-of-a-kind bar.  Tipplers remain in their carts as they park next to the wood-built bar constructed in 2014. “Better Settle Your Nerves,” reads a paint-splashed board below the counter. They can choose from a number of cocktails, from John L’s Hoop-de-Hoo (vodka, tonic, and grapefruit), the Cannonball (amaretto, bourbon, and pineapple juice), or Bat’s Blood (vodka with strawberry and peach lemonade). Bottled beer and wine by the glass are also available.   Take your time rolling through the Lost Canyon Cave: It’s home to a natural waterfall, a live bat colony, and the skeletons of both a saber-tooth tiger and a short-faced bear. Visitors aren’t allowed to walk around the cave itself, but a railed pathway snakes around the waterfall pool at the heart of the lantern-lit cave. If the bar does get the best of you, Big Cedar Lodge always has overnight housing available." - ATLAS_OBSCURA

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Nicole Roberson

Google
Lost Canyon Cave was awesome! So many great views! It is so neat they have a refreshment station right when you begin your cave tour on a golf cart! Highly recommend the "Bat's Bite" lemonade drink, so good! My family and I really enjoyed seeing all the waterfalls, going over the bridges and there are even pull off spaces where you can park the golf cart and go take a photo. Very neat experience, highly recommend it with the family!

Joe Reyes

Google
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. 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.

sianna gojcaj

Google
We recently did the Top of the Rock Cave Tour in Branson, and there’s no denying — it’s absolutely gorgeous. The scenery is stunning, from waterfalls to stone bridges to sweeping Ozark views. The whole experience is very well maintained and thoughtfully designed. We especially loved the unique bar tucked inside the cave — super cool atmosphere and a fun touch! That said, we were just a bit disappointed with the amount of actual cave involved. With a name like “Cave Tour,” we expected to spend more time exploring underground features or at least seeing a variety of cave formations. Instead, the cave portion felt pretty short compared to the overall length of the tour, which is mostly a scenic golf cart ride through the outdoor landscape. Beautiful? Yes. But definitely more of a nature and trail tour with a small cave element, rather than a full cave-focused experience. Still, it’s a unique outing and definitely worth doing for the views alone. Just know going in that it’s not a deep-dive into cave exploration — more like a scenic ride with a cave stop. Bring your camera, grab a drink at the cave bar, and enjoy the beauty of the Ozarks!

Sandra Millington

Google
5,000,000 stars. The golf cart ride through the cave and waterfalls were amazing. The museum is awesome so much history to absorb in one trip. The staff was exceptional. The gentleman who took us to the museum and back was very knowledgeable and friendly. I'm sure i have hundreds of great pictures to share. Worth another trip.

Sherrie Johnson

Google
The tour was a bit slow due to people stopping for photos. There were spots to pull off but most just stopped and we all had to wait. Golf carts don’t go very fast and it was a super hot day. Tunnels were cool (no pun intended) and waterfalls were beautiful.

Larry Foley

Google
We visited Too Of The Rock Ozarks and took the golf cart tour. That was an amazing experience. It was my wife's birthday so I let her have all the fun of driving the golf cart. The scenery was beautiful. Long cascading waterfalls leading to winding streams and rivers, huge rock cliff formations, caves and tree filled valleys. The place was HUGE. The whole ride/tour is almost 3 miles long with plenty places to take pictures. It was super busy with it being July 4th weekend but they got us through quickly. Great place to check out of you love nature. Very friendly/helpful staff.

Shreyas Macwan

Google
One of the awesome experiences. Specially with golf cart tour and open greenery environment. It was cloudy when we visited so added up much comfort to us. It would be great to see how this place looks like in the evening with lights on the tree and on animals. Probably next time. I have suggestions though. I am sure this place is making good money. Please help ur customers by covering waiting area fully with shades. Right now it’s covered only where u get a cart from but when it’s crowded, people are standing much outside of those shades in full sun without fans.

Cassie Jones

Google
Pretty scenery. Construction on a hill was happening, which blocks the view of the lake. Fun to drive the golf cart through the manicured grounds. But. Not a real cave. It's a bar, inside a 'cave'. Our group of golf carts was followed by a worker on a riding lawn mower, and along the route we came upon employees weed whacking and leaf-blowing - which was annoying, loud, and took away the peace. If there was any wildlife to see, they would be scared off. Flowers still blooming which brought out many species of butterfly. They were beautiful. A definite tourist trap, and not worth the cost.
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Hubert D.

Yelp
This trail was pretty fun and I am glad we went I arrived a little after they opened and luckily it was not busy. There was no wait for a golf cart and we didn't have to wait for a shuttle to the Museum and restaurants. Can't say the same thing when we finished. The trails were very nicely laid out. And you could pull over anywhere and at any time. However, certain known busier spots had parking to avoid huge traffic jams. Luckily, everyone was considerate of each other so no one was blocking traffic for long times and allowed plenty of room to pass if they stopped. The cave was a lot shorter than I expected. It was still very cool to do. There were many amazing waterfalls that we drove by and even stopped by. The scenery of cliffs was just beautiful. Overall, we had a two year old who behaved very well sitting in the middle back. The golf carts tops off at 7mph but was very easy to drive. I would do this again in the future
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Brenda K.

Yelp
Entry into top of the Rock is $10. The Golf Cart Tour/Museum tickets are $45 per adult if you purchase in person. We thought this was a little pricey, but went ahead. We did not have to wait too long to get into our golf cart, maybe 15-20 minutes. They offer drinks for purchase in the line. The golf carts are electric, and only go 7 mph. You do have to sign an online waiver beforehand. The views are beautiful, but do recommend going when it's not really hot out. Or wear a hat. We really enjoyed the scenery. It will take time to do the trail during a busy time, as people stop or slow down frequently to take photos or check out the views. There are some designated areas to pull over though. It took us roughly 45 minutes to go through. We did enjoy it, but didn't feel the $45 price tag per adult was worth it. We opted to skip the museum, just because of the hot weather. There is a shuttle to the museum, otherwise its valet parking only. We probably would not go back. Just didn't get our money's worth, in my opinion.
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Christa S.

Yelp
The Good: This is definitely an attraction that's perfect for people trying to wrangle a group of kids or people with mobility issues. It allows for great views, a "nature" like experience without having to do any work. The bad: The attraction was an extremely outrageous price for the length of time. It definitely has a commercial/fake feeling to it. Overall: Albeit perfect for a specific group, I could not recommend for most. If you're looking for something to do, I'd definitely invest time and money elsewhere.
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John H.

Yelp
Once was enough! Top of the Rock Lost Canyon & Nature Trail is a 2.5-mile golf cart tour on a winding path through Ozark woods with some scenic views. Drive thru a very short cave where you can buy expensive drinks. You pay $10 per car to get in. Then the golf cart ride is $53 PER PERSON. A cart of four would be $212. Taking your time, assuming it's not too crowded, you can drive the 2.5 miles in about a half-hour. The drive is not that great and you can find scenic views almost anywhere in the area. As I was with a group we had fun but way too expensive and not that great a ride. I will definitely not do it again.
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Christina C.

Yelp
This very short cave is a nice cool way to get to the other side of the trail. The little "bar" inside is bare bones, but has all the basics. Canned beer and canned vodka drinks were refreshing. You can't get out of your golf cart so you drive your golf cart right up to the bar. Due to the slippery surfaces, you can only drive your cart through the cave. A few areas of the cave are highlighted with a spotlight. This is our second time doing this golf cart tour. We liked it a lot better before they put up all the artificial animals and touristy things that light up at night ...it detracts from the natural beauty of the outdoors.
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Maren S.

Yelp
We had such a good time taking this tour. We would love to go back and do the night tour. If you love beautiful scenery, this adventure is for you. Loved loved loved it!
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Vonya W.

Yelp
Loved this place and all the views. The drive through the scenery was nothing short of amazing. Being in town for cheer and we had time to get outside and explore. This is so worth it. There's a little bar inside the cave that you can stop and get drinks in. A few waterfalls and bridges with views that are breathtaking. Look forward to visiting again.
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April H.

Yelp
This is such an underrated activity. We had such an amazing time doing this trail. I can see if it is super hot or cold out that it might not be as good so keep that in mind, but the weather was perfect for us. The golf carts are easy to drive and can't even go fast so you have no worries. The trail is beautiful and fun. The best part is driving through the cave and stopping at the bat bar for a drink.
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Logan W.

Yelp
The scenery was beautiful, but that's about where the pros of this experience end. Waiting in line for close to two hours gets you the privilege of a 45 minute golf cart ride at 7mph through some pretty scenes. However, the most visually appealing spots on the trail are littered with Christmas lights and tacky animal statues that fully take you out of the experience. The coolest part of the trail is the cave portion which lasted all of 5 minutes if you don't count stopping at the bat bar. My group and I did however love the bats blood drink from the bat bar. Overall, wouldn't do this again and definitely wouldn't recommend it since there's so many better options.
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Jennifer B.

Yelp
MUST DO! A friend told me about this place, so I booked online. It was raining when we went so we had the whole place to ourselves. They gave us a covered golf cart and off we went. You just follow the signs and drive on a little path. We took our time and enjoyed all the stops. We went during the day so didn't get the full effect of the lights, but it was still nice. Highlight was the cave and bar. I wish we could get out and walk around but that's not allowed. We enjoyed our hot chocolate, and we continued on the path. Would love to go back when the weather is nice.

Vanessa S.

Yelp
The trail on the golf cart was amazing! The grounds were gorgeous with beautiful waterfalls! I would have gone again but the lines were so long. They did go by pretty quickly. Amazing scenery!
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Susan P.

Yelp
Such a beautiful self guided and paced drive in an electric golf cart. The cave itself is brief and a little gimmicky but the Bat Bar was a must visit. I mean a bar in a cave? There is much to see and the cart's are even winterized.
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Melissa I.

Yelp
This was just such a unique and fun experience! You got a covered golf cart and then you go ahead and explore. You just follow the signs and drive on a little path. We took our time and got some great pictures. It does say 'Cave' but the Cave part is VERY small, I wish it was longer. After you are done, they do have a museum which is actually very large but really not my cup of tea. The museum is great for someone (like my husband who enjoyed it) but I am just not into that so I could definitely pass that. They have a large gift shop and restaurant as well. I would definitely check this place out again if I was in the area and 100% recommend. It was just so different.
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Anthony M.

Yelp
We passed by this and decided to give it a try. We arrived around 11am and it was packed. Because of this there was tons of waiting and slower groups on the canyon golf cart tour. The tour itself was pretty overpriced and not very adventurous. Cave is rather small but the water falls where pretty. Decent photo ops throughout the tour.
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Nikiba J.

Yelp
Here Today! Beeeeautiful! Omg! The most beautiful place I've ever visited! During our journey to Branson, Missouri I had the pleasure to accompany my group to Lost Canyon Cove and Nature Trails. Just absolutely a beautiful excursion to ride gift carts through. I've never been to the Grand Canyon and if it's anything as breathtaking as Lost Canyon and Nature Trails, I must add it to my bucket list. The entire trails takes about an hour because there was so many places to take photos and simply take in being so close to God's natural creation. Every twist and turn was beautifully authentic and I felt so grounded surrounded in wonder. The golf cart tour was a great idea and still I had to drive hehehe. I think the Canyons would be a beautiful place for wedding photos and gorgeous place to visit and cross off your bucket list. Here Today. There Tomorrow.
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Emily F.

Yelp
I had an INCREDIBLE experience at the Lost Canyon Christmas light tour at Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail! This really is a must-do activity if you are in Branson during the Holiday season. We arrived and boarded a 4-seater golf cart to set off on our self-guided Christmas light tour through the nature preserve. The light displays throughout the preserve were marvelous and my pictures really don't do them justice! Massive bears, elk, wolves, you name it were aglow and simply breathtaking. About halfway through the tour, we entered the gorgeous Lost Canyon Caves where we were able to drive through and admire the beauty of the caves. There was a "Bat Bar" within the cave where you could purchase a beverage as well. This light tour was truly stunning and made for an unforgettable holiday trip in Branson for me and my family! I can't recommend it enough.
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Dani C.

Yelp
Absolutely favorite thing to do in Branson. The Christmas lights are amazing. We always have a blast here. Gorgeous views!
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Stefanie K.

Yelp
We had so much fun taking this golf cart tour on our anniversary! What a wonderful way for people who loved to hike but no longer have the physical endurance to do so still get to experience the outdoors. There are stops along the tour for stopping and taking pictures. The only thing I would recommend to the establishment is some interesting facts to read at the stopping points.... We had so many questions about what we were seeing....just how deep is this pool? Where did the water go once in the pool? When did this big rock fall over? How did they discover this cave?
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Aaron S.

Yelp
We loved this so much! I could have posted more photos but you should see for yourself. Branson is full of amazing views and this is a great way to see some of the beautiful nature sights it has to offer. With the tour being self-guided in a golf cart, we loved that you can for the most part go at your own pace and there are many places you can pull over to take in the views and take pictures. Everyone around us was so friendly and it was a nice intimate experience for the two of us. Definitely recommend this experience.

Ellen D.

Yelp
Pricey, but very fun for our family! We have two littles and they loved getting to ride in the golf cart and see the views! There wasn't an option to just buy a ticket for the golf cart tour so we had to buy the combo and the museum is definitely not kid friendly so that's why i only gave 4 stars. The lights draped over the rocks also takes away from the natural beauty but I understand they have a night tour as well! ETA: we did not go at a busy time (school was still in session so not many vacationers) so we were able to go at our own pace. I can see how this could easily get backed up if you get behind someone who wanted to stop a lot and/or get congested at pull offs.
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Robert H.

Yelp
At the time of writing this review, it has been a month since we visited the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail yet we are still talking about how much we enjoyed it. It's always valuable to one's heart whenever you can spend the day making your girlfriend happy as she rests her head on your shoulder enjoying nature. The golf cart's speed may have been governed but the beauty of the trail was unlimited. Rather it was the areas left untouched since God placed them there or the man-made waterfalls and decorations throughout the trail and cave that made this a romantic and stunning ride, we wished we could go around at least once more,
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Robert M.

Yelp
Hey Yelpers! We saw posts for this attraction on Instagram and wanted to check it out. It's a golf cart trail excursion through and around the forest and cliffs of the Ozark Plateau in Branson. The service was nice. They are very friendly and helpful, with a short tutorial on how to drive the golf cart. The excursion itself is a lot of fun. The scenery is beautiful, with some amazing views of Table Rock Lake down below. There are numerous waterfalls you drive past, with areas to pull to the side for pictures. The drive-thru cave portion is also quite an experience. They have a "bar" near the entrance to get drinks and snacks, if you wish. The items are somewhat higher priced and can also be purchased in the lobby. The cave passage is narrow. GOOD ADVICE!!! Buy the additional insurance on your cart. It's only like $8, but if you hit/scrape a wall, you may be on the hook for the damage. Why did I only give it a 4? They also do a Christmas version of this tour, and the light up animals are left out all year. As large as some of them are, it's understandable. However, there is a BEAUTIFUL, large waterfall that has a giant reindeer positioned directly in front of it. You have to work to get a picture here without the deer in it, and can only capture a portion of the falls. I love Christmas, but the decorations were a distraction. Also, the website says it takes up to 2.5 hours. Our tour took less than an hour. Maybe if it is really busy, I could see it taking that long, but the tour wouldn't be as fun. Overall, would we come back? It would be great to see the Christmas version at night (the carts are equipped with headlights). Would I recommend this tour. Indeed! The Ozarks is one of the most beautiful areas in America, and this tour puts it on full display. Come for a visit, and bring a camera!
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Jerrica C.

Yelp
"Top of the Rock's 'Nature at Night' experience was a great choice! Our 5 PM slot was perfect, giving us just enough time to enjoy the sights as the evening set in. We expected to ride in open golf carts and had a good laugh when we saw they were covered--such a thoughtful touch to shield from the elements. The lights were stunning, and the audio narration during the ride kept both us and the kids entertained. The Bat Bar was fine; we only ordered a soda since $12 per beer wasn't our vibe. The entire ride lasted about 50 minutes and was well worth it!
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Jennifer F.

Yelp
I would give this 10 stars if it let me! We purchased tickets in advance to do this approximately 2 mile golf cart tour through beautiful winding paths of "Forest" and then into a cave (with a drive up "bat bar")" for a canned but delicious and refreshing adult beverage) and saw gorgeous vistas out to Table Rock Lake, waterfalls, and artificial wildlife depicting native animals in the area. I've been told there were nine waterfalls! Such a great adventure! Worth the beautiful drive to Big Cedar area and no wait to board our golf cart for two after we completed our waivers! We did a bright sunny mid-day tour and loved it but can only imagine how lovely it would be at twilight! Fun for the WHOLE family!! Do this.

Michael H.

Yelp
Really cool ride through the mountains and caves. There were only 2 short cave sections. I expected there to be more. Scenery was amazing. For what you get it's pricey in my opinion but it's cool to do once.
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Billie O.

Yelp
Best tour ever! You drive your own golf cart through the rocks and scenery. So beautiful! There is a little bar in a cave that is pretty cool too. Loved it
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Brigit B.

Yelp
We did the golf cart light tour. You drive yourself, so you and your companions have the privacy to discuss and enjoy the tour. There is a recording that explains things throughout the tour. This was an hour long tour complete with a stop at the bar inside the cave. I cannot properly convey just how beautiful this property is. You must experience it for yourself. The rock formations and waterfalls are something to behold. The staff was friendly and took great care of us.
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Peggy P.

Yelp
2nd time on the trail . First time was great today not so much. Horribly pricey for what you get Not enough workers to keep people from stopping along the trail where they are not supposed to to take picture Literally went 1.5 miles an hour for 90% of the tour Cart attendant was more interested in chatting with her co worker than wiping off the soaking wet seat For a pricey attraction like this I expect not to have to ask the attendant to do their job
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Alex B.

Yelp
Amazing views and fun time to spend time with family. VERY expensive but worth it. Can be very busy at times. The museum was pretty interesting. Staff was very helpful with
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Troy S.

Yelp
I didn't enjoy it. The marketing photos make ot look amazing. Total man-made tourist trap. It starts at the front gate, you have to pay for parking. Just another money grab. It's in the country, so it's not like you can walk there. That's annoying. They herd you through like livestock. The golf cart paths aren't wide enough to pass, so you have to stop every time the person in front of you stops to take a pic of every bird and squirrel. It's all man made. You're at the highest point around....where is all this water coming from for all these waterfalls? Pipes in the ground. While the rocks are real, the cave and water features are not natural. The scenic overlook is the only highlight of the trip, otherwise I would have given this one star. Shame on bass pro shops.
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Jeff C.

Yelp
We had this planned out when we're going to vacation in AR and southern MO. What a great place, taking g a golf cart on a scenic drive. Waterfalls, bridges and bar in a cave. This place great. I would do it again during the holiday season.

Candice L.

Yelp
The narration on the golf cart was very loud and uninteresting. It ruined the nature experience and overwhelmed conversation. There are no cup holders or storage of any kind in the rear seat. Don't buy a beverage if you're sitting in the rear seat
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Stacie B.

Yelp
Absolutely amazing experience! We wanted to see some nature but were with an elderly relative who has trouble walking long distances, so heard about this tour and decided to try it. I'm so glad we did! Once you arrive you head to the main building where you pay for a golf cart. The cars seat either two or four. You start the tour from there and drive around on a paved road through some amazing scenes with waterfalls, trees and local flora. You can take it slow and pull off often for photos or go a bit faster. There are many spots for parking along the way to pull over and the carts are pretty simple to drive. Everyone on our tour loved it, and I would for sure go again. As part of the tour you also receive free e try to the museum which has an amazing amount of Native American artifacts and history. You can either walk to the museum or take the free shuttle. The museum was vast so it took us over an hour to peruse everything and we were going pretty quickly. I'd love to go back and explore a bit more as they had a ton of new information on local peoples and history. The experience was definitely worth the cost and an amazing way to see some of the local nature.

Pat A.

Yelp
We enjoyed the ride on the golf carts around the waterfalls and through the cave. If you are looking for a laid back tour and don't get in a hurry it is a fun place to go. The line through the cave is slow because of the people stopping at the bar but that was fun and cooler than outside. There is room for others in a hurry to get by if don't want a snack or drink. Yes it's all man made but a cool place to look around the area and get some waterfall photos. We think it would be fun lit up at Christmas too.
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Karlee B.

Yelp
This was a very fun activity for my mom and I to do while dad was off golfing. There were a decent amount of people on the tour but there's so much room that I never felt over crowded. The carts also don't go very fast so most people were going at a similar place. There was a ton of great scenery and spots to take some pictures. The rocks are just beautiful and all the caves and waterfalls were so fun. Driving through the cave and stopping for a exclusive beverage was so fun, even if it was only 10am... ha! It is pretty pricey but I'd say it's worth it for the time and the views you get out of it.
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Jonathan S.

Yelp
Every time we come to Branson we make sure we stop here to do the cart tour and have a late lunch. The tour is fabulous! If you traverse the course at a brisk pace the entire run would take you a half hour. However most folks including myself do it at a very reduced speed.we normally take over an hour. The carts are in great shape and we'll maintained. On a sunny day the tops are rolled open and this not only allows you to get some sun but it also allows to look at the surrounding soaring beauty of this trail. Waterfalls abound no less than 7 can be enjoyed. The rock formations are beautiful as you curve through the park. We enjoy the Bat cave and even though the drinks are a little steep we always pickup one from the Bat Bar. The covered bridges will enthrall you as you cross through them. After you complete the course you take a 5 min ride (via shuttle bus) up to the museum and golf course. Naturally, there is a large gift shop and a well stocked Pro Shop. The museum is priceless and the artifacts are amazing. This is the creation of Johnny Norris and a tribute to the Native American Indians that lived here and across our country. The museum is underground, carved out of rock and it is roughly 40,000sf. This portion of your visit should not be passed by without walking through. After surfacing you can go to the restaurant for a real nice meal. If the weather is good ask for a table out on the porch. The view runs from TRL up through the forest while overlooking the golf course. After you place your order the staff will bring out there own Tortilla Chips and what I consider the best Salsa I've ever had. Try not to load up with too many because dinner will be plentiful. We enjoy the SW Burger cooked to perfection with Pepper Jack Cheese, a smear of Guacamole, and grilled Jalapeño. The fries are one of the best I've ever had. Bottom line.... Take you time and enjoy every minute. This is a must do if in the area!

Lori C.

Yelp
This is my favorite attraction when we go to Branson. I have went 3 times and took the golf cart tour. It is awesome eveytime. Waterfalls and beautiful scenery every time. Fun to take the golf cart tour.
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Terry I.

Yelp
The experience at Top of the Rock is so special. Taking the golf cart drive through the Lost Canyon, the cave, and surrounding grounds made for a delightful day's adventure. We took a tour of the excellent museum afterwards and were amazed at the extensive collection of Native American artifacts and historical collections. It was one of the best museums we have ever visited. It was 10.00 dollars to enter the venue and around 40.00 dollars a person for the golf cart tour. The museum was free. Given the cost of other shows and activities in the area, the cost seemed comparable. Our kids spent the day at Silver Dollar City and Top of the Rock was a perfect way for us parents to relax and enjoy something more leisurely. We asked if we could walk on the trail but all are required to use the golf carts. We did walk to and from the museum but they offer a free shuttle for those who prefer that.
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Shannon T.

Yelp
My mom and I took a girls trip to Branson and I am so glad we decided to do this. This golf cart tour deserves 10 stars, don't miss it. Everyone in your group, young and old will love it. It's a beautiful place and the tour scenery is top notch. The waterfalls are everywhere, I loved it. Also, don't pass up the museum that comes with your ticket.
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Rick V.

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This was one of the most unique experiences I have ever done on vacation, driving through a canyon on a golf cart. Beautiful waterfalls and rock formations around every turn. Amazing views especially since you were allowed to park the golf cart in several areas along the trail and take pictures. It was a very romantic and scenic trip through the canyon. We also stopped at the Bat Bar inside the cave for a drink, which was so nice! I wish they allowed you to stop at the bar for longer but I understand why they don't, you are driving a golf cart. I will be back especially during the Christmas season when they put up lights.

Chuck L.

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This was our first time to try out this attraction. It's a bit pricey but a lot of fun. You rent out a golf cart and drive it through woods, past waterfalls, and interesting rock formations. It's a really pretty drive. At halfway point, you drive into a short cavern which also has the Bat bar. Drinks at the bar are expensive. They had a non alcoholic drink , i believe it was strawberry-peach lemonade. Sounds really good but $8 for a small can, so thanks, but no thanks. Like I said, a little pricey, but well worth it for a one time visit. And they are adding on for more travels.
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Chris S.

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This is a must do for the area. However it is expensive and only a do once type of thing. We paid $37.50 per person in advance. The longer you wait to buy tickets the more expensive they are so get them as soon as you know you want to go. We had NO Wait at 1:00pm and walked right on to the golf cart. The trail is full of some of the best photo taking opportunities in the area. I flew my drone all over the place capturing waterfalls and beautiful pictures. The cave is small but awesome as you drive through it in the cart you come to a bar that serves drinks. A little pricey but how often do you get the chance to drink in a cave? Nice bridges to drive over and beautiful landscapes make this worth the money. But I would only need to do it once and then move on.

Jesi D.

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If you like sitting in a line of golf carts frequently stopping, and one small cave, this is for you! This was very pricey and very underwhelming. The views and waterfalls were gorgeous, but the cave was one small circle. The golf carts go a rapid 7mph, and there is not anyone, (except the bartender) on the course. I do not recommend this 'family adventure..'
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Chuck L.

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This is one of the things that we wanted to do on this trip to Branson. We had never heard of it but found it on a YouTube video. You drive up to the entrance of this attraction and then rent a golf cart to travel along the road. The staff was very friendly, but it was a little pricey. It was a nice ride through trees, past rock formations, and waterfalls. You can stop anywhere along the road to get out and take pictures. It crosses over bridges and streams on your way to the cavern. Our only disappointment was that the cavern was small as far as the drive-through. There is a little drive-up bar where you can order drinks. They had one non-alcoholic beverage; I believe it was peach strawberry lemonade-- a small can was $8; we said thanks, but no thanks. We made a few stops, so the ride was a little over an hour. It would have been pretty at twilight. They have these artificial animals along the trail that were lighted, and that would have been nice to see. I would highly recommend the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail.
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Miss S.

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I came here just in time when the leaves start changing color. They accept cash or card payments for the carts. You take your own golf cart down some 2 miles, goes through caves and tunnels. A Must see/do adventure! Once your done with the tour, take the free shuttle down to see the chapel with great views. There's also a restaurant, we made reservations ahead of time but I seen walk/ins. Come expecting to lose track of time.
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Kristine J.

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This was a pricey little golf cart ride BUT worth every single penny if you take the time to stop, take pictures, look around and really enjoy the experience. They estimated it would take about 45 minutes but my husband and I took almost 2 hours getting through this. It was very awesome. We were starving so we skipped the museum.
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Shiloh W.

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Please run don't walk to check this place out. From the scenery to the cave, down to museum, please take the time. Bonus? Silver Dollar City!!!
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Kim S.

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I planned a babe vacation for the weekend. This was the beginning of the weekend. We had so much fun looking a nature, driving the golf cart, and having drinks.. the cost was $40 per person plus the cost of the drink. Babe was driving slowly so I could take as many pictures as I desired. I really enjoyed the drive up bar. We met several other couples that was helpful. I highly recommend.
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Carolyn P.

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This is something special! Pricey but worth it. First time you will be in ah... This was our 2nd time and totally enjoyed it. The cart is fun to begin with. You can stop and hop out for photo shots along the way. So peaceful with the sound of the waterfalls. The cave and the bear den will surprise the kids. I laughed for awhile after I asked my grandson for a pic in front of the gate of the bear den! He jumped a mile! In the cave, stop for a drink. Strawberry lemonade was good. We happened to see 2 baby deer this time but backup noise from cart scared them away before the perfect picture. You Meet lots of friendly people along the way , all having a good time.