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Lost canyon cave.

A cave tour, incredible views and a round of golf? If you visit Lost Canyon Cave you'll find more than just the cave itself on offer.

by Sony Hocklander

Travel Time 55 miles south of Springfield

Tough Stuff The cave is accessible only as part of a guided 2.5-mile nature walk with multiple up and downhill sections, or part of an electric golf cart tour.

Itinerary Stop for drink refreshments at the Bat Bar inside Lost Canyon Cave and spend time at Top of the Rock for dining, golf and sunset-viewing.

Don’t Miss Visitors enjoy seeing nine waterfalls on the Lost Canyon Cave tour trail, including one inside the cave.

How about a round of golf with your cave experience? Or perhaps you’d enjoy a nice meal afterward. Then top it off with a stroll out to the Chapel of the Ozarks for an incredible view of Table Rock Lake and gorgeous sunsets from the highest point in Taney County .

All that and more is found at Lost Canyon Cave , part of a rich complex of things to do at Top of the Rock, one of Johnny Morris’ nature-centric properties that includes outdoor attractions and resort accommodations, such as nearby Big Cedar Lodge .

To see the cave, book a Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail self-guided golf cart tour or request a guided nature walk on the 2.5-mile paved trail that includes beautiful views, interesting rock formations, multiple photo-worthy waterfalls and of course, Lost Canyon Cave. The cart tours, which can accommodate four, include entrance to the Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum . They are first come first serve but you can book tickets online. The trail takes roughly 40 minutes—or longer if you stop for lots of photos or linger over a view. Reservations are required to walk the trail with a guide who shares information about nature, history and geology over 1.5 hours.

Both options take you through the four-story Lost Canyon Cave where the highlight is an impressive waterfall and beautifully lit limestone formations. Years ago, Morris went spelunking in the cave he eventually acquired along with the surrounding land. Working around the natural landscape, his team carved out the nature trail and cave experience. Part of that experience includes the Bat Bar inside the cave, which sells cocktails, beer, soft drinks, water and light snack options.

Speaking of caves (or perhaps potential caves), a trip to Top of the Rock isn’t complete without viewing what’s now called the Cathedral of Nature, the result of an unexpected sinkhole that opened in May 2015. Ever since, Morris and his team have been excavating the site to reveal incredible towering geological formations more than 300 million years old as they seek a connection to what could be a vast cave system. To date, crews have removed more than 1.6 million yards of earth and 108,000 loads of dirt and rocks according to Top of the Rock. The sinkhole, which was 70 feet wide by 100 feet long to start, is now 350 feet wide and 600 feet long, and it’s grown from 40 feet to 200 feet deep.

Will a cavern be revealed? If so, cave tour experiences around the Ozarks could expand yet again.

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Ever thought of exploring a cave with an electric cart tour? Go to the ancient Ozarks and one can find unforgettable rides with electric carts through ancient caves. The golf carts have the options of two or four passengers and the trail is accessible for guests who can ride in a golf cart. These golf cart tours are ideal for those wishing to explore the Ozarks but have difficulties with mobility.

The electric cart tour is one of the many attractions offered by Big Cedar Lodge - a lodge nestled in the Missouri Ozarks. The Ozarks are one of the best places in the region for hiking, climbing, and exploring the great outdoors . While the Ozarks may appear humble mountains compared to the mighty Rockies and other ranges, they are still filled with stunning vistas and many incredible caves.

Big Cedar Lodge is a remote haven of natural beauty that's spread out over 4,600 acres of the Missouri Ozark Mountains. It is located in the picturesque Ozarks Heritage Preserve. The rugged landscapes overlook Table Rock Lake and are intended as a place for families and others to reconnect with nature and the great outdoors.

• Land: Over 4,600
• Offers: Accommodation, Restaurants, Outdoor Activities, & More

Big Cedar Lodge offers two full-service marinas, five golf courses, an activity center, plenty of accommodation, restaurants, fishing, and various outdoor activities. Perhaps their most eye-catching attraction is their electric cart ride through the stunning Ozarks.

Next time in Missouri, visit Big Cedar Lodge and discover the rejuvenated tranquility of this part of the Missouri Ozarks.

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The Top of the Rock Lost Canyon Cave in Missouri offers a unique 2.5-mile ride with an electric cart along the Lost Canyon Nature Trail into the mesmerizing Lost Canyon Cave. These electric cart tours are self-guided tours and the ticket includes admission to Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum.

• Length: 2.5 Miles
• Star Attraction: Cave Waterfall

One of the star attractions along the ride in the four-story-high cave is a cascading waterfall. Visitors can view and admire this cave waterfall from viewing balconies on all four levels as was as a cave bar that's accessible by a mining-style elevator.

The self-guided tour begins at the Top of the Rock Welcome Center and lasts around 40-50 minutes. The driver must be at least 18 years old and the carts can hold up to four people.

• Duration: 40-50 Minutes
• Age Restriction: Must Be 18 Years Or Older To Operate the Card

The Top of the Rock Lost Canyon and Nature Trail was created to highlight the stunning rock formation, views of Table Rock Lake, and waterfalls.

They are open year-round weather permitting with the trail only closing for lightning and ice. In total, there are nine waterfalls on the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail with even more found around their sprawling property.

• Season: Year Round (Weather Permitting)
• Time Needed: At Least Three Hours

It is recommended to allow oneself at least three hours to explore both the Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum and the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail.

There is another attraction along the trail - the Cathedral of Nature sinkhole. But as of the time of writing (July 2022), it is still under construction.

Related: We Found Every Adventure You Can Have At Lake Of The Ozarks

It is recommended to make one's reservation online to ensure a place as well as having the best pricing. That being said, spontaneous walk-ins are always welcome. Bookings are given on a first-come-first-served basis for walk-ins. The best time of day to enjoy the attraction is just before sunset.

• Address: 190 Top of the Rock Road, Ridgedale, Missouri, 65739

Opening Hours:

• Days Open: Open Daily
• Hours: 8.30 am to 7.00 pm

Note that parking is required but is not included in the admission ticket - general parking is $10.00 while a valet service is $25.00.

Cave Trail & Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum:

• Adult: $31.25 - $41.50
• Child: $15.75 - $20.00

Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum Only:

• Adult: $12.00
• Child: $8.00

Another fun activity to enjoy in the caves of the Ozarks is to spend the night in them. One can live out one's luxurious vacation dreams at the Beckham Creek Cave Lodge in Arkansas.

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How to Plan an Amazing Big Cedar Lodge, Missouri Getaway

Dated: October 16, 2022 Last Modified: October 17, 2022 by Amy

If you haven’t marked off a weekend on your fall or early winter calendar to visit Big Cedar Lodge, Missouri, along with Top of the Rock, do it now! My family and I had the absolute best little weekend getaway to Big Cedar Resort in Missouri. While there, we took at afternoon excursion to Top of the Rock. It was the most gorgeous weekend ever for exploring this peaceful and gorgeous area!

My Hubs whisked me away – and our daughters – for an anniversary getaway to Big Cedar Lodge. I wouldn’t have pictured taking our daughters with us for our anniversary trip, but we were coming out of a very strict pandemic year. Our girls deserved a getaway too.

Plan Early for a Getaway to Big Cedar Lodge

Whether you are hoping to rent a room at the lodge or stay in the Big Cedar Lodge cabins, I recommend you book your reservation early – especially during late fall and holiday times.

A lot of people tend to think Big Cedar Lodge is in Branson, Missouri. But Big Cedar Resort is in Ridgedale, Missouri – a little further away from Branson.

We stayed in the Big Cedar Lodge during the first week of November. There are three lodges at Big Cedar Lodge. From what I gathered, each lodge gave a slightly different vibe. We stayed at Falls Lodge which gives wilderness lodge vibes.

What a sweet surprise to find a lit Christmas tree in our room when we walked in!

The lobby also had a huge beautiful tree lit up for Christmas.

It is a glorious sight whether at night with the darkness staring in or during the day with the sunlight streaming through.

Coffee on the Balcony in the Mornings

The best part of a stay at Big Cedar is starting the day with a cup of coffee on the balcony, taking in the beauty and serenity of the area.

Visiting Fun Mountain with Kids

During the morning on Saturday, we took the girls to Fun Mountain which is a short drive from the Big Cedar Lodge property. This venue features an arcade, go karts, laser tag, a ropes course, a bowling alley, other individual adventure stations, and a restaurant. The place is huge and there are so many things to choose to do!

The girls had a blast! And so did their parents! I would any Fun Mountain is great for adults even without children present.

The first thing we did was go bowling. Little One won which was good since things go south when she doesn’t win. Kids.

Lunch at Uncle Buck’s Fish Bowl and Grill

For lunch, we ate outside on the patio at Uncle Buck’s Fish Bowl and Grill restaurant at Fun Mountain. The patio area is neat because you can watch people on the outdoor rope’s course and also watch people down below on the go kart track at Fun Mountain.

Little One and I went on and got a table since it was busy day while the Hubs and Scooter Britches were in line to ride a go kart. We got to watch them while we waited at our table. It was a great spot for videoing them with my phone.

For lunch, all four of us split a huge platter of the gutter ball nachos from the Uncle Buck’s menu. Loaded with smoked brisket, pico, and cheese dip, it was delicious!

Restaurants at Big Cedar Lodge

We visited two Big Cedar restaurants during our weekend stay.

Devil’s Pool Restaurant at Big Cedar Lodge

On the first night of our arrival, we ate at Devil’s Pool. We had reservations, luckily. The downstairs floor does take walk ins, but it seemed quite crowded down there. One perk was a live band that was playing on Friday night. The upstairs dining room was more elegant with low-lit lighting, white tablecloths, and heavy tables and chairs with admirable craftsmanship. A large lit fireplace added a nice ambiance.

The southern home cooking at Devil’s Pool was delicious! I enjoyed my chicken fried steak meal. The Hubs enjoyed his salmon.

The Devil’s Pool menu changes between lunch and dinner. There are also some special seasonal/holiday menus offered as well.

Uncle Buck’s Fish Bowl and Grill at Big Cedar Lodge

I already went into detail about Uncle Buck’s Fish Bowl and Grill above. But just know we enjoyed our lunch there so much that we returned for dinner on Saturday night! On Saturday night, the restaurant was not nearly as crowded as it had been during the day. Playing various college football games on the TVs led to a casual vibe in the place which was to be expected for a restaurant inside Fun Mountain!

For dinner, I had the cheesesteak and the Hubs enjoyed a cheeseburger. The kids had mac and cheese. Again…kids.

People sitting near us were delivered a most incredible looking milkshake while we tried the chocolate cheesecake.

Taking the Top of the Rock Golf Cart Tour

On Sunday, we took the shuttle from the Big Cedar Lodge Visitor’s Center to Big Cedar’s Top of the Rock. What a marvelous day we had for this excursion! Talk about an incredible fall day for exploring Top of the Rock!

Once we arrived at Top of the Rock, we went into the Top of the Rock Welcome Center. There was a $10 fee for entering Top of the Rock which was a card only purchase. We bought the girls a couple of Top of the Rock t-shirts.

Then, we bought tickets for an electric cart to go on the Big Cedar Top of the Rock golf cart tour – exploring the 2.5 mile Lost Canyon Cave tour on Top of the Rock. I think it is recommended you buy your electric cart tickets online in advance to ensure that you get one. We didn’t do this and we managed to get a cart anyway. The tickets are a bit pricey, but the tour was worth it – especially if you are blessed with a gorgeous day like we were.

We weaved around the Top of the Rock trail, seeing amazing rock formations and waterfalls on the Top of the Rock Lost Canyon and Nature Trail tour. There are also areas for seeing Table Rock Lake. Every single thing was just gorgeous. The most fun part was entering the Lost Canyon Cave and discovering the Bat Bar with human servers inside!

We also visited the Top of the Rock Museum where we learned some fun Top of the Rock history. The museum gift shop was fun to explore as well.

Although we didn’t eat at any of the Top of the Rock restaurants since we still had to drive back home to Little Rock, the restaurants appeared to be popping on the Rock! If we are lucky enough to visit again, I would definitely love to try out the Top of the Rock Osage Restaurant. This place looks super rustic chic with menu items such as lobster ravioli and brown sugar glazed salmon.

Top of the Rock golf is a definite attraction for many visitors. Although I don’t play golf, I can see why golfers would want to play on the breathtaking golf course!

Other Things to Do at Big Cedar Lodge

When many people think of this area, they think of Big Cedar golf. Definitely, that is a big draw for many people. But for families with kids, there are so many other things to do!

Things to Do at Big Cedar Lodge

• Play Mini Golf – There is a mini golf area at Big Cedar Lodge that your family can play with no extra fees.
• Play on the Playgrounds – There are several small playgrounds at Big Cedar Lodge.
• Play Pickleball – Near the mini golf area, there is a pickleball court at Big Cedar Resort.
• Swim in the Indoor Swimming Pool Year Round – You can pay a small fee to swim in the indoor swimming pool during your stay.
• Swim in the Outdoor Swimming Pools and the Outdoor Lazy River at Big Cedar Lodge – These outdoor swimming pools and lazy river at Big Cedar are only open in the warmer months.
• Check the Big Cedar Activities Calendar – There are a ton of organized events and seasonal recreational activities organized by the resort. Every season is full of fun activities!
• Take a Walk on the Paved Trails at Big Cedar – There are tons of paved walking trails to explore while staying on the property. There are various displays – like the Memorial display to explore as well.
• Drive Through the Drive Through Christmas Lights Display in Late Fall and Early Winter – In November and December, you can drive through the Big Cedar Lodge Christmas light display.
• Go Ice Skating at Big Cedar Lodge in November and December – The ice skating rink was open while we were there during the first weekend of November. There is a fee to skate, but it looked so fun!
• Adults can reserve a time (in advance, of course) for the Big Cedar Lodge Spa for some relaxation and pampering.

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America’s Conservation Capital

Nature-based attractions in the heart of the ozarks.

The Johnny Morris Foundation is the centerpiece of America’s Conservation Capital in Missouri’s Ozark Mountains.

Known as America's Conservation Capital, the Ozarks offers a variety of nature-based attractions and experiences to connect with the outdoors. With activities like fishing on Table Rock Lake, golfing on world-class courses, shooting ranges, horseback riding and more, each experience includes signature details and natural beauty for which Johnny Morris is best known.

What is conservation?

Learn more about our conservation efforts!

Johnny Morris Foundation

To support conservation, wildlife and positive environmental change, the Johnny Morris Foundation gives our community opportunities to connect with the great outdoors and make a difference in conserving our natural resources. Using his entrepreneurial success as a platform for these causes, Johnny Morris has contributed time and resources to many significant conservation efforts.

World-Class Conservation Attractions

Wonders of wildlife national museum & aquarium.

Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium, the largest, most immersive conservation attraction in the world is located in the heart of America in Springfield, Missouri, USA.

Unprecedented in scale and scope, Wonders of Wildlife is larger than the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History. With 35,000 live fish, mammals, reptiles, amphibians and birds, the 350,000-square-foot complex is a wonder in and of itself.

Beyond its sheer scale and quality, what’s most impressive about the museum and aquarium is its powerful message to inspire everyone to connect with the outdoors.

The museum and aquarium pay homage to the sportsmen and women of yesterday, today and tomorrow with the knowledge that the surest way to preserve our rich outdoor heritage is to expose more people to its awe-inspiring beauty.

Interested in learning more about Wonders of Wildlife?

Interested in learning more about Dogwood Canyon?

Dogwood canyon nature park.

Dogwood Canyon Nature Park is a 10,000-acre slice of alluring Ozarks paradise offering hiking, biking, Segway tours, wildlife tram tours, horseback riding, trout fishing and more. Created by Johnny Morris, the not-for-profit nature attraction serves as an outdoor playground that inspires visitors to get involved in wildlife conservation. The natural beauty of the park includes towering bluffs, waterfalls, creek beds, handcrafted bridges and wildlife such as American bison, Rocky Mountain elk and white-tailed deer.

Dogwood Canyon’s Conservation and Education Center is used to teach the importance of protecting and conserving the great outdoors with interactive nature-based education programs for all ages.

Top of the Rock Ozarks Heritage Preserve

Top of the Rock is a nature-based heritage preserve and majestic cliff top experience adjacent to Big Cedar Lodge, America’s Premier Wilderness Resort. It includes the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail and Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum, and is part of a 462-acre development with remarkable restaurants and social spaces with jaw-dropping views that accompany unforgettable nature-based attractions.

The Lost Canyon Cave Trail is a self-guided electric cart tour through an Ozarks landscape and cave, and the Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum celebrates the people, wildlife and history of the Ozarks region. One of the largest private collections of Native American artifacts anywhere, the experience is a powerful tribute to America’s first conservationists developed in partnership with a council of tribal leaders from across the country.

Interested in learning more about Ozarks Heritage Preserve?

Nearby experiences & attractions.

Big Cedar Lodge

Big Cedar Lodge is America’s premier wilderness resort. The 4,600-acre lakeside retreat connects families to the outdoors with a variety of nature-based experiences including fishing, shooting, boating, hiking, spa and wellness offerings, hosting more than 1.5 million guests annually. Named “Number One Resort in the Midwest” by the readers of Travel + Leisure for two consecutive years, the resort offers genuine Ozarks hospitality and a convenient location just south of Branson.

Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Shooting Academy

Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Shooting Academy is a stunning outdoor playground for sporting enthusiasts. Designed for all skill levels, this world-class facility is the ideal destination for family activities. It offers training and experience in shooting sports all in front of the stunning backdrop of the highest peaks in the Ozark Mountains. Various shooting disciplines including ATA Trap, Wobble Trap, American Skeet, and Sporting Clays are available.

Big Cedar Golf

World-class golf at Big Cedar Lodge combines the natural beauty and stunning views of the surrounding Ozark Mountains with challenging play for golfers of all ages and skill levels. Five courses in total, Big Cedar Golf offers course designs by some of the most prominent names in golf including Top of the Rock by Jack Nicklaus, Buffalo Ridge by Tom Fazio, Ozarks National by Coore & Crenshaw, Mountain Top by Gary Player, and Payne's Valley by Tiger Woods.

Table Rock Lake

Table Rock Lake offers 800 miles of wooded shoreline and 43,000 surface acres of blue green water, making it one of the premier fishing and recreation lakes anywhere in the country. Guests can enjoy boating, sailing, waterskiing, wakeboarding, hiking and shoreline camping amongst fishing for a healthy population of walleye, bluegill, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, white bass, spotted bass and flathead catfish.

Other Attractions & Museums

While you're at exploring conservation, check out these other opportunities.

Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World - Known as the “grandaddy” of all outdoor stores, this is the number one tourist destination in Missouri attracting four million families, sportsmen and outdoor enthusiasts every year. With nearly 500,000 square feet of immersive shopping fun, the original Bass Pro Shops location offers visitors one of the largest assortments of outdoor gear, apparel and gifts under one roof.

The Wonders of the Ozarks Learning Facility (WOLF) School - A comprehensive outdoor learning school operated in partnership with Springfield Public Schools, Missouri Department of Conservation and Bass Pro Shops is a national model for outdoor education. The school educates and inspires future conservation leaders by offering lucky 5th-grade students a full-time curriculum for an entire school year. While students spend significant time in nature, fully equipped classrooms and labs offer everything they need to learn about and protect the outdoors for life.

The John A. & Genny Morris Conservation Education Center - This education center beckons the conservation leaders of today and tomorrow to gather together at the completed 50,000-square-foot facility. Elaborate banquet spaces with a signature wilderness atmosphere are available for national conservation organizations as well as local community groups. Conferences, meetings, lectures, workshops and special functions can be accommodated with a full kitchen and hospitality team to support catering and events.

Bass Pro Shops Motorsports Museum - Located inside Bass Pro Shops, the Motorsports Museum features a variety of racing memorabilia, such as fire suits, helmets and racing collectibles. Visitors can get an up-close look at the actual cars used in races, such as the champion No. 3 car Dale Earnhardt drove for his Daytona 500 win in 1998. Learn More › 

Bass Pro Shops History Museum - Learn about the rich history of Bass Pro Shops and its humble beginnings when founder Johnny Morris got his start in 1972 by selling fishing tackle out of the back of his father’s store. Since then, Johnny has earned a reputation as one of the most visionary and influential retailers of the last 50 years.

NRA National Sporting Arms Museum - This free museum showcases the development and evolution of hunting arms in America from colonial times to today; home to the premier collection of sporting arms in the world. Learn More ›

Archery Hall of Fame - This free gallery seeks to preserve the sport’s history and tradition with more than 1,500 artifacts including a handmade bow made by the Native American Apache leader Geronimo. Learn More ›

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  This tour consists of a four-hour excursion by car around the main sights of the Russian capital, plus a walking tour around the historical centre with a visit to St Basil’s Cathedral. Our professional guide will tell you about the fascinating history of the city where most significant events in Russian history have taken place. 

  This tour is also suitable for those who have a stop-over or a free day on a business trip in Moscow and want to get the most out of the trip to see the best of what this beautiful city has to offer.

The highlights of the excursion includes:

• Red Square – Russia’s main square; the Victory Day military parade is held annually here on 9 May, along with many other events and concerts.
• St Basil’s Cathedral (including interior) – one of the main symbols of Russia and one of most famous cathedrals in the world.
• Moscow Kremlin – the residence of the Russian president and a unique architectural complex which has played a leading role in Russian history.
• GUM Department store – this shopping centre on Red Square is remarkable thanks to its architectural style and Soviet-nostalgia atmosphere.
• Christ the Saviour Cathedral - Russia's main cathedral; it was rebuilt after the fall of the Soviet Union to replace a version demolished on Stalin's orders.
• Moscow State University and Sparrow Hills – located here is the main viewing platform from where you can see a panorama of Moscow with the impressive building of Moscow State University behind you.
• Novodevichy Convent – the most beautiful convent in Moscow and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Victory Park - the main architectural and memorial complex dedicated to the Second World War.
• Moscow Metro – a visit to the most beautiful stations of the most beautiful metro station in the world.
• Krutitskoe Podvorye – this somewhat hidden corner of Moscow has remained largely unchanged since the 19th century.
• The tour is available the whole year round except Thursdays.
• During state holidays and celebrations, Red Square may be closed (either partially blocked off or completely closed).
• St Basil’s Cathedral interior tour is not available in Wednesday. 

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Walking Tour: Kitai Gorod

Kitai Gorod, with its twisting and winding streets, is the oldest section of Moscow outside the Kremlin. The literal translation of Kitai Gorod is "Chinatown," but there has never been a Chinese settlement here. The origin of the word kitai is disputed; it may come from the Tatar word for fortress, but most likely it derives from the Russian word kita, in reference to the bundles of twigs that were used to reinforce the earthen wall that once surrounded the area.

Kitai Gorod begins where Red Square ends. Settlement of this area began in the 12th century, around the time that the fortified city of Moscow was founded on Borovitsky Hill (the site of the present-day Kremlin). By the 14th century Kitai Gorod was a thriving trade district, full of shops and markets. At that time it was surrounded by earthen ramparts, which were replaced in the 16th century by a fortified wall, remnants of which still remain. As Moscow grew, so did Kitai Gorod.

At the time of the Bolshevik Revolution it was the city's most important financial and commercial district, with major banks, warehouses, and trading companies concentrated here. These days the multitude of shops, restaurants, and banks demonstrates the area's reasserted role as an energized commercial center.

A good starting point for your tour is Nikolskaya ulitsa, which begins at the corner opposite the Historical Museum and runs along the north side of GUM. If you are coming from St. Basil's, walk away from St. Basil's toward the Historical Museum alongside GUM. If you are coming from outside of Red Square, get to Nikolskaya by way of Teatralnaya Ploshchad (Theater Square). If you are standing with your back to the Bolshoi on this square, walk straight ahead, cross the street, and enter one of the narrow passageways to the right or left of the Teatralnaya metro station (as you are facing it). Taking a right out of either passageway will bring you to Nikolskaya ulitsa. Go a short way farther to the right, to the cobblestone edge of Red Square, to begin your walk.

Nikolskaya ulitsa, which is named after the Kremlin's Nikolskaya Gate Tower, is one of the oldest streets in Moscow. At the corner with Red Square is the Kazansky Sobor . Leaving the church, take a left to make your way through the teeming crowds of shoppers on Nikolskaya ulitsa to No. 7, the Zaikonospassky Monastyr , the former Slavonic-Greco-Latin Academy now undergoing a slow restoration. Farther down the street, also on the left-hand side, is a once brightly painted white-and-aqua building with an elaborate facade (No. 15). The building was erected in 1810-14 on the site of the 16th-century Pechatny Dvor (Printing Yard), where Russia's first printed book was assembled in 1553. Today the building houses the Moscow Institute of Historical Records and the Moscow Humanitarian University. Cross the street to go down Bogoyavlensky pereulok. Halfway down the block, opposite the entrance to the Ploshchad Revolutsii metro, is the Bogoyavlensky Sobor . Continue down the street to where it intersects with ulitsa Ilinka. Before the 1917 revolution this was Moscow's Wall Street, and it is still lined with the impressive facades of former banks.

On the left-hand corner stands the former Ryabushinsky Bank . As you cross the street, look to your right; ulitsa Ilinka leads directly to the Kremlin's Tower of the Savior. At No. 3 stands the Tserkov Svyatoi Ilii church from which the street takes its name. The church, which dates to 1520, is in disrepair except for its facade. Opposite the church is one of the border streets of the Gostinny Dvor merchant's arcade. Turn left and walk the length of Khrustalny pereulok to reach one of the oldest streets in Moscow, Varvarka ulitsa. The opposite side of the street is lined with quaint old churches and buildings, but the first thing you'll likely notice is the gray bulk of the massive, concrete-and-glass Rossiya, one of Europe's largest and most unattractive hotels.

At the farthest corner of the street, to your right, is the Tserkov Velikomuchenitsy Varvary . Adjacent is the English Court . Next comes the white-stone Tserkov Maksima Blazhennovo . The pointed bell tower situated just before the semicircle sidewalk leading to the upper-level entrance of the Rossiya hotel was once attached to the redbrick Znamensky Sobor on the other side of the sidewalk; with its foundation on the slope below, it is set back from the street. At No. 10 is the Palaty Romanovych v Zaryadye , believed to be the birthplace of Tsar Mikhail Romanov. Before leaving Varvarka ulitsa take note of the last church, the blue Tserkov Georgiya na Pskovskoy Gorke at No. 12.

If you stand to the left of the church (on the walkway leading to the Rossiya hotel) you can glimpse a remnant of Kitai Gorod's 16th-century brick fortification wall. It is to your left, opposite the hotel's eastern facade. Cross to the other side of Varvarka ulitsa and walk a short hop past the final church. Make a right and climb up the narrow Ipatevsky pereulok, which leads to several government and administrative buildings. At the top of the incline to the right is one of Moscow's best-preserved 17th-century churches, the Tserkov Troitsy v Nikitnikach .

Continue down the lane to the right of the church to reach Novaya Ploshchad, or New Square, which is more like a boulevard than a square. To your right, at the far bottom of the hill, Slavyanskaya Ploshchad opens up. At the bottom of the hill is the redbrick Tserkov Vsekh Svyatykh na Kulishkakh . From Novaya Ploshchad stroll for a long block or two past the government buildings, where the Central Committee of the Communist Party once sat. Now these buildings house the Duma of the Moscow Region. Soon you will come to the beginning of a busy intersection. To your right, in the median strip that divides Novaya Ploshchad, is a park that holds the Plevna Memorial, an octagonal, towerlike monument commemorating the Russian soldiers who fell in the Battle of Plevna in the Russo-Turkish War (1878). Keep walking up the street on the left side to go to the Muzey Istorii Goroda Moskvy , a small museum on Moscow's history.

Note the building on the opposite side of the street that takes up the entire block. This is the Politekhnichesky Muzey , a museum of science and technology. Directly north of this museum is yet another museum, Muzey Mayakovskovo , which includes a re-creation of the study of the great revolutionary poet. A short distance from here, Novaya Ploshchad intersects with the circular Lubyanskaya Ploshchad , where you can behold the Lubyanka Prison and the former KGB headquarters, which now house the FSB -- the New Russia's federal security service. On the west side of the square is Detsky Mir, a large department store that used to specialize in toys but now carries all sorts of items.

Walk past Lubyanskaya Ploshchad to the west side, down to where it converges with the broad street of Teatralny proyezd, Moscow's most elite shopping street. On a side street to your right stands the ornate and luxurious Savoy hotel (3 Rozhdestvenka ulitsa), which, like the nearby Metropol hotel, was built in connection with the celebrations in the early 20th century honoring 300 years of the Romanov dynasty. On the left-hand side of the street you will pass a statue of Ivan Fyodorov, the printer who produced Russia's first book at the old Printing Yard on Nikolskaya ulitsa. The arched gateway just to the right of the statue links Teatralny proyezd with Nikolskaya ulitsa, the street on which you started the tour. Teatralny proyezd leads into Teatralnaya Ploshchad, site of three of Moscow's most important theaters.

Taking up the block on the southeast corner, the first building you will encounter to your left as you approach Teatralnaya Ploshchad is the Metropol , an art nouveau hotel. Reaching the square, you will see at the center a large monument to Karl Marx, carved on the spot from a 200-ton block of granite and unveiled in 1961. Across the boulevard stands the Bolshoi Theater , flanked on the left, on the corner farthest away from you, by the Central Children's Theater, and, to the right, by the Maly Theater . Turn left at the corner of the Metropol, and walk by the park and the hotel's main entrance. The large redbrick wall ahead is the other surviving remnant of the 16th-century fortification wall that once surrounded Kitai Gorod.

The wall has been heavily rebuilt, and a new tower has been added. Inside the tower are a couple of restaurants and bars. When you reach the Teatralnaya/Ploshchad Revolutsii metro station, take a moment to admire the exterior of the massive redbrick building on the corner -- the Muzey V. I. Lenina . If you still have some time but not much energy, consider hopping on Trolleybus 2, which can be caught at the bus stop opposite the Bolshoi Theater. The trolley ride takes about 45 minutes and makes a loop passing by Lubyanskaya Ploshchad, Ploshchad Pobedi (Victory Square -- note the obelisk topped by an angel), the Borodino Battle Panorama (in a circular blue pavilion), Kievsky vokzal (train station), the Novy Arbat, and Alexander Garden, before returning to Teatralnaya Ploshchad. You can purchase a ticket for 10R from the driver. Try to have exact change. Make sure to punch the ticket on board the bus.

Taken at a leisurely pace, with stops at least to glance at the interiors of the many churches along the route, this walk should take about five hours. If you intend to take a quick look at the exhibits in the museums along the way, you'll need an entire day. Both the Politekhnichesky Muzey and the Muzey Istorii Goroda Moskvy are worth coming back to for a more leisurely look at their holdings.

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Christmas Light Tours Big Cedar Lodge & Top of the Rock

Join us for one of our three holiday light tour experiences available at Big Cedar Lodge and Top of the Rock. These tours are available in three locations this year, enabling guests to drive a golf cart, car, or ride a tram through a magical winter wonderland!

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Home for the Holidays Self-Guided Light Tour

April 9 at 1:00 am.

Join us on our Home for the Holidays self-guided drive through light experience! Featuring a record number of twinkling Christmas lights, these festive displays are sure to add cheer to the season. Guests will take a journey in their vehicles through the story of Christmas and down to the Big Cedar property. Hot chocolate, walking s’mores pop, and twinkling souvenirs are available for purchase. Reservations are highly recommended as drive-up availability is not guaranteed.

Please note, we do not accept cash for payment for this activity. Check-in for the activity is at the Big Cedar entrance off of the roundabout.

• Complimentary for Big Cedar & Wilderness Club Guests
• November 10th-December 30th
• $40/Cars & SUVs
• $60 for Mini Bus

For expedited service, ensure your reservation QR code (sent in your confirmation email) is readily available to scan.

Holiday Tram Ride

Snuggle up, sit back, and relax on Big Cedar’s twinkling tram tour through our newly expanded holiday light display! Take in the festive sights around Big Cedar Lodge on our unique tram rides while enjoying a complimentary hot chocolate or cider and a traveling s’more on a stick! Guests will be surrounded by the magic of Christmas while creating lasting memories with friends and family. Tram pick-up and drop-offs will be at Swimmin’ Hole Lawn.

Due to the large volume of our Holiday Tram Rides, our trams must leave promptly at the scheduled times. To avoid missing departure time, please check in 20 minutes before your scheduled tram time.

• $25/Overnight Guests | $30/Day Guests
• Available November 10th through January 6th
• Start times: 6pm-9:40pm
• Swimmin’ Hole Lawn

Spring Nature At Night on The Lost Canyon Cave & Nature Trail

Connect with the great outdoors as you listen to stories of how we all impact our great, wide world around us on the newly designed Nature at Night spring evening light tour.  

Envelop yourself in the tales of the indigenous people of the Ozarks, the rapid decline and gradual return of North American bison, and how different species work together to create a co-dependent ecosystem all while surrounded by twinkling lights and awe-inspiring displays. Become illuminated with inspiration to conserve our natural world today and forever on this one-of-a-kind tour running for a limited time this season.  

Admission to Top of the Rock for Nature at Night requires a $15 Parking Fee (credit card only). Paid upon entry

• Adult price range: $39-$44
• Child prices start at: $19
• Open March 9
• Beginning Friday, April 12th, the Spring Nature at Night tour will be open Friday through Sunday .
• Sunset-10pm

For your safety weather may impact your tour, ice on the trail develops frequently during lower temperatures and may delay or cancel tours. Please check our website 2 hours prior to your tour time for updates. Cancelled tours will automatically be refunded to your credit card, please allow 5-7 business days to see that on your statement.

Christmas Light Tours

190 Top of the Rock Rd Ridgedale, MO 65739

Do I have to purchase tickets online?

We strongly recommend purchasing tickets online, in advance to guarantee your reservation. This also allows you to take advantage of the best pricing, saving up to *$20 a ticket!

All walk-up tickets will be an additional charge and cart times are not guaranteed.

*$20 saving is estimated max saving and is not guaranteed

I repurchased a Lost Canyon ticket already, can I use that for the Christmas tour?

Due to the uniqueness and pricing difference, a regular Lost Canyon Cave & Nature Trail ticket will not be accepted for admission to the Lost Canyon Christmas tour.

During the holiday season and while the Christmas tour is operating, standard Lost Canyon tickets will not be accepted as admission for the Christmas tour. You will have to purchase a Lost Canyon Christmas ticket specifically for the holiday experience.

Can I upgrade my regular Lost Canyon ticket for the Christmas tour?

If you have already purchased a Lost Canyon Cave & Nature Trail ticket and would like to exchange it for a Christmas tour ticket, you may do so. You may either cancel your original reservation and repurchase the Lost Canyon Christmas ticket, or if you arrive on the day of your original admission, you may pay the difference for the Christmas Tour.

Please note; walk-up tickets do not guarantee a time for your tour and walk-up rates are typically higher than our online in-advance rates. For best pricing and most accurate time, please consider purchasing online in-advance.

Is my reservation time guaranteed?

We will do our best to ensure your reservation time is met. However, due to the self-guided tour and dynamic nature of the tour, these times may vary.

Can I cancel or change my reservation?

Yes! You can change your reservation day or time, however if there is a price difference in the times you will be required to pay the difference. You may also cancel your reservation, however due to reservation-based tickets, tickets not cancelled within 48 hours of reservation date are non-refundable.

Is parking included?

To park at Top of the Rock you'll need to purchase the Daily Access Pass. After 5pm the pass will be $15 for cars and $50 for vehicles with 10 or more guests. Credit card only.

Can I still visit the Museum?

Yes! A ticket to Lost Canyon Christmas still includes a same-day admission to the Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum as well! As per usual, this admission must be used on the same day as your reservation.

How long is the Lost Canyon Christmas tour?

This unique experience follows our 2.5 mile trail along the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail. Over 12 one-of-kind lighted scenes will be on display highlighting the Ozarks rich history and Native American heritage. We estimate about an hour to an hour-and-a-half to complete the trail.

Can I get out and take pictures?

To ensure everyone’s safety on the trail at night, guests will not be allowed to get out of their carts for photos. Our team will have a photo opportunity on the trail for guests to get out with one of our staff members available to take a group picture. A digital copy of this photo will be included with your ticket price.

When does Lost Canyon Christmas start?

The Lost Canyon Christmas tour will be opening November 5th! Lights will turn on at 5pm each evening and the Lost Canyon Cave & Nature Trail will become the Lost Canyon Christmas experience!

What happens if the weather conditions are poor?

For your safety weather may adversely impact your tour, in those cases your tour maybe delayed, rescheduled, or refunded.  Check topoftherock.com for weather related updates!

190 Top of the Rock Road, Ridgedale, Missouri 65739

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