America’s Premier Wilderness Resort
Come discover Big Cedar Lodge. A remote haven of natural beauty spread out over 4,600 acres where rustic luxury is tucked into the rugged landscape of the Missouri Ozark Mountains, overlooking sparkling Table Rock Lake. Inspired by a commitment to conservation, Johnny Morris, founder of Bass Pro Shops, created Big Cedar Lodge as a destination for families and friends to connect in the great outdoors. With inviting accommodations, spectacular restaurants, two full-service marinas, five golf courses, a 50,000-square-foot activity center, breathtaking spa, unparalleled fishing and countless outdoor adventure. Big Cedar Lodge is a world-class resort where you and your family will make memories to last a lifetime. Visit Big Cedar Lodge and discover renewing tranquility, outdoor adventure, genuine Ozarks hospitality and a little piece of heaven on earth.
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HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
NOVEMBER 6 - DECEMBER 31
‘Tis the season for the coziest ugly sweaters, hot cocoa by the fire, and twinkling lights as far as you can see. Take in all the festive fun at Big Cedar Lodge like ice skating, visits from St. Nick and weekly winter workshop activities during our Home for the Holidays season. And of course, over 2 million holiday lights make Big Cedar a must-see destination for your family holiday tour.
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Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
A new holiday tradition, the entire family will enjoy this festive scavenger hunt throughout the Big Cedar property! Snag your clue cards at Guest Services and take off to find…
Breakfast with Santa
Breakfast with Santa
Santa invites guests at Big Cedar to join him for a special breakfast! Plus, decorate a stocking while enjoying your meal. Stockings are complimentary for guests attending Breakfast with Santa,…
Garden Chapel Sunday Service
Garden Chapel Sunday Service
Join us for a nondenominational service in the gorgeous Garden Chapel. Service is offered every Sunday at 9:00am. Reservations are not required.
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Grab your mittens and head to Swimmin’ Hole Lawn for holiday fun at the Big Cedar Lodge synthetic ice rink! It’s the perfect festive activity for the entire family. Stay…
Big Cedar Bunco
Big Cedar Bunco
Let the good times roll and come try your luck at Big Cedar Bunco! Join us in Table Rock Room at Fun Mountain on Sundays at 4pm. Winners will recieve prizes! This…
Holiday Light Tour
Holiday Light Tour
Take a beautiful tram tour through our newly expanded holiday light display! Christmas music will be playing and the hot chocolate is complimentary! The magic of Christmas will be all…
11 events,
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
A new holiday tradition, the entire family will enjoy this festive scavenger hunt throughout the Big Cedar property! Snag your clue cards at Guest Services and take off to find…
Gingerbread Build Off
Gingerbread Build Off
A sugar rush is double the fun with Gingerbread house decorating! Plus, indulge in a sugar cookie while decorating your masterpiece. Gingerbread houses will be displayed at Fun Mountain until…
Elves Winter Workshop
Elves Winter Workshop
The kids are sure to have a blast decorating their own Christmas ornaments at the Kids’ Nature Discovery Center at Fun Mountain. We will have a variety of ceramic ornaments…
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Grab your mittens and head to Swimmin’ Hole Lawn for holiday fun at the Big Cedar Lodge synthetic ice rink! It’s the perfect festive activity for the entire family. Stay…
Beverage & Bingo
Beverage & Bingo
Beverages + Bingo + Prizes = the perfect excuse to celebrate! Bingo is complimentary and your first beverage is on the house. Additional beverages will be available for purchase. Offered…
Kids’ Bingo
Kids’ Bingo
Parents, while enjoying Beer & Bingo, drop the kids off for some Bingo fun of their own! Prizes will be awarded. $10 per child; includes snacks. Offered at the Kids’…
10 events,
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
A new holiday tradition, the entire family will enjoy this festive scavenger hunt throughout the Big Cedar property! Snag your clue cards at Guest Services and take off to find…
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Grab your mittens and head to Swimmin’ Hole Lawn for holiday fun at the Big Cedar Lodge synthetic ice rink! It’s the perfect festive activity for the entire family. Stay…
Guided Trail Walk at Top of the Rock
Guided Trail Walk at Top of the Rock
Join our certified fitness instructor for a leisurely two-and-a-half-mile walking adventure along the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail. This scenic walk on a paved trail will relax your mind…
Family Pottery Festivity
Family Pottery Festivity
Come and pick from a variety of different pottery styles to hand paint. Our Activities Team will provide you with symbols that Native Americans often used in their art pieces…
Kids’ Craft & Play
Kids’ Craft & Play
Calling all creative kids on property! Join us for an hour long activity full of arts and crafts. We will have a few different stations set up where kids can…
Guided Trail Walk at Top of the Rock
Guided Trail Walk at Top of the Rock
Join our certified fitness instructor for a leisurely two-and-a-half-mile walking adventure along the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail. This scenic walk on a paved trail will relax your mind…
14 events,
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
A new holiday tradition, the entire family will enjoy this festive scavenger hunt throughout the Big Cedar property! Snag your clue cards at Guest Services and take off to find…
Barre Fitness
Barre Fitness
This class is inspired by ballet, dance, yoga , and pilates using small props & weights, Add in some mat work and you'll have a full body workout! BOOK NOW
Gingerbread Build Off
Gingerbread Build Off
A sugar rush is double the fun with Gingerbread house decorating! Plus, indulge in a sugar cookie while decorating your masterpiece. Gingerbread houses will be displayed at Fun Mountain until…
Elves Winter Workshop
Elves Winter Workshop
The kids are sure to have a blast decorating their own Christmas ornaments at the Kids’ Nature Discovery Center at Fun Mountain. We will have a variety of ceramic ornaments…
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Grab your mittens and head to Swimmin’ Hole Lawn for holiday fun at the Big Cedar Lodge synthetic ice rink! It’s the perfect festive activity for the entire family. Stay…
Guided Trail Walk at Top of the Rock
Guided Trail Walk at Top of the Rock
Join our certified fitness instructor for a leisurely two-and-a-half-mile walking adventure along the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail. This scenic walk on a paved trail will relax your mind…
13 events,
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
A new holiday tradition, the entire family will enjoy this festive scavenger hunt throughout the Big Cedar property! Snag your clue cards at Guest Services and take off to find…
HIIT/Core/Tone Class
HIIT/Core/Tone Class
This 50-minute class incorporates high intensity cardio blasts, builds strength and tones, with a variety of equipment guaranteed to melt the fat and build muscle. Available Wednesdays at 9 am.…
Big Cedar Bakery Wars
Big Cedar Bakery Wars
Grab your favorite family cookie recipe and your team mates and come join us for Big Cedar's Bakery Wars! You will compete with other teams to see who is Big…
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Grab your mittens and head to Swimmin’ Hole Lawn for holiday fun at the Big Cedar Lodge synthetic ice rink! It’s the perfect festive activity for the entire family. Stay…
Guided Trail Walk at Top of the Rock
Guided Trail Walk at Top of the Rock
Join our certified fitness instructor for a leisurely two-and-a-half-mile walking adventure along the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail. This scenic walk on a paved trail will relax your mind…
Paint & Pour
Paint & Pour
Create a masterpiece with family and friends! Our Art Instructor will walk you through step-by-step in a fun, laid-back environment. No painting skills are required, and we’ll provide all the…
16 events,
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
A new holiday tradition, the entire family will enjoy this festive scavenger hunt throughout the Big Cedar property! Snag your clue cards at Guest Services and take off to find…
Dance Fitness
Dance Fitness
This class is a super fun high energy dance class! All you need to do is move and have fun! All levels welcome. Located in the Ozarks Room. BOOK NOW
Gingerbread Build Off
Gingerbread Build Off
A sugar rush is double the fun with Gingerbread house decorating! Plus, indulge in a sugar cookie while decorating your masterpiece. Gingerbread houses will be displayed at Fun Mountain until…
Elves Winter Workshop
Elves Winter Workshop
The kids are sure to have a blast decorating their own Christmas ornaments at the Kids’ Nature Discovery Center at Fun Mountain. We will have a variety of ceramic ornaments…
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Grab your mittens and head to Swimmin’ Hole Lawn for holiday fun at the Big Cedar Lodge synthetic ice rink! It’s the perfect festive activity for the entire family. Stay…
Guided Trail Walk at Top of the Rock
Guided Trail Walk at Top of the Rock
Join our certified fitness instructor for a leisurely two-and-a-half-mile walking adventure along the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail. This scenic walk on a paved trail will relax your mind…
16 events,
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
A new holiday tradition, the entire family will enjoy this festive scavenger hunt throughout the Big Cedar property! Snag your clue cards at Guest Services and take off to find…
Breakfast with Santa
Breakfast with Santa
Santa invites guests at Big Cedar to join him for a special breakfast! Plus, decorate a stocking while enjoying your meal. Stockings are complimentary for guests attending Breakfast with Santa,…
Stocking Decorating
Stocking Decorating
Join us for stocking decorating at at the Table Rock Event Room in Fun Mountain. Available Saturdays November 27th-December 18th at 9am. Cost is $15 per stocking.
Holiday Cozy Critters
Holiday Cozy Critters
Everyone needs a furry Holiday friend to remind them of their amazing vacation at Big Cedar Lodge. Bring the kiddos and let them pick out a friend of their own…
Baking with Mrs. Claus
Baking with Mrs. Claus
Join Mrs. Claus and the elves for a day of baking and decorating Christmas cookies! You will decorate your very own chef’s apron and hat to keep! We will enjoy…
7 events,
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
A new holiday tradition, the entire family will enjoy this festive scavenger hunt throughout the Big Cedar property! Snag your clue cards at Guest Services and take off to find…
Breakfast with Santa
Breakfast with Santa
Santa invites guests at Big Cedar to join him for a special breakfast! Plus, decorate a stocking while enjoying your meal. Stockings are complimentary for guests attending Breakfast with Santa,…
Garden Chapel Sunday Service
Garden Chapel Sunday Service
Join us for a nondenominational service in the gorgeous Garden Chapel. Service is offered every Sunday at 9:00am. Reservations are not required.
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Grab your mittens and head to Swimmin’ Hole Lawn for holiday fun at the Big Cedar Lodge synthetic ice rink! It’s the perfect festive activity for the entire family. Stay…
Big Cedar Bunco
Big Cedar Bunco
Let the good times roll and come try your luck at Big Cedar Bunco! Join us in Table Rock Room at Fun Mountain on Sundays at 4pm. Winners will recieve prizes! This…
Holiday Light Tour
Holiday Light Tour
Take a beautiful tram tour through our newly expanded holiday light display! Christmas music will be playing and the hot chocolate is complimentary! The magic of Christmas will be all…
11 events,
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
A new holiday tradition, the entire family will enjoy this festive scavenger hunt throughout the Big Cedar property! Snag your clue cards at Guest Services and take off to find…
Gingerbread Build Off
Gingerbread Build Off
A sugar rush is double the fun with Gingerbread house decorating! Plus, indulge in a sugar cookie while decorating your masterpiece. Gingerbread houses will be displayed at Fun Mountain until…
Elves Winter Workshop
Elves Winter Workshop
The kids are sure to have a blast decorating their own Christmas ornaments at the Kids’ Nature Discovery Center at Fun Mountain. We will have a variety of ceramic ornaments…
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Grab your mittens and head to Swimmin’ Hole Lawn for holiday fun at the Big Cedar Lodge synthetic ice rink! It’s the perfect festive activity for the entire family. Stay…
Beverage & Bingo
Beverage & Bingo
Beverages + Bingo + Prizes = the perfect excuse to celebrate! Bingo is complimentary and your first beverage is on the house. Additional beverages will be available for purchase. Offered…
Kids’ Bingo
Kids’ Bingo
Parents, while enjoying Beer & Bingo, drop the kids off for some Bingo fun of their own! Prizes will be awarded. $10 per child; includes snacks. Offered at the Kids’…
10 events,
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
A new holiday tradition, the entire family will enjoy this festive scavenger hunt throughout the Big Cedar property! Snag your clue cards at Guest Services and take off to find…
Family Pottery Festival
Family Pottery Festival
Come and pick from a variety of different pottery styles to hand paint. Our Activities Team will provide you with symbols that Native Americans often used in their art pieces…
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Grab your mittens and head to Swimmin’ Hole Lawn for holiday fun at the Big Cedar Lodge synthetic ice rink! It’s the perfect festive activity for the entire family. Stay…
Guided Trail Walk at Top of the Rock
Guided Trail Walk at Top of the Rock
Join our certified fitness instructor for a leisurely two-and-a-half-mile walking adventure along the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail. This scenic walk on a paved trail will relax your mind…
Guided Trail Walk at Top of the Rock
Guided Trail Walk at Top of the Rock
Join our certified fitness instructor for a leisurely two-and-a-half-mile walking adventure along the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail. This scenic walk on a paved trail will relax your mind…
Family Bingo
Family Bingo
Join the Big Cedar Activities Team to play multiple games and styles of Bingo. Great prizes will be awarded. This activity is complimentary. Offered in the Table Rock Event Room,…
14 events,
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
A new holiday tradition, the entire family will enjoy this festive scavenger hunt throughout the Big Cedar property! Snag your clue cards at Guest Services and take off to find…
Barre Fitness
Barre Fitness
This class is inspired by ballet, dance, yoga , and pilates using small props & weights, Add in some mat work and you'll have a full body workout! BOOK NOW
Gingerbread Build Off
Gingerbread Build Off
A sugar rush is double the fun with Gingerbread house decorating! Plus, indulge in a sugar cookie while decorating your masterpiece. Gingerbread houses will be displayed at Fun Mountain until…
Elves Winter Workshop
Elves Winter Workshop
The kids are sure to have a blast decorating their own Christmas ornaments at the Kids’ Nature Discovery Center at Fun Mountain. We will have a variety of ceramic ornaments…
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Grab your mittens and head to Swimmin’ Hole Lawn for holiday fun at the Big Cedar Lodge synthetic ice rink! It’s the perfect festive activity for the entire family. Stay…
Guided Trail Walk at Top of the Rock
Guided Trail Walk at Top of the Rock
Join our certified fitness instructor for a leisurely two-and-a-half-mile walking adventure along the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail. This scenic walk on a paved trail will relax your mind…
12 events,
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
A new holiday tradition, the entire family will enjoy this festive scavenger hunt throughout the Big Cedar property! Snag your clue cards at Guest Services and take off to find…
HIIT/Core/Tone Class
HIIT/Core/Tone Class
This 50-minute class incorporates high intensity cardio blasts, builds strength and tones, with a variety of equipment guaranteed to melt the fat and build muscle. Available Wednesdays at 9 am.…
Big Cedar Bakery Wars
Big Cedar Bakery Wars
Grab your favorite family cookie recipe and your team mates and come join us for Big Cedar's Bakery Wars! You will compete with other teams to see who is Big…
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Grab your mittens and head to Swimmin’ Hole Lawn for holiday fun at the Big Cedar Lodge synthetic ice rink! It’s the perfect festive activity for the entire family. Stay…
Guided Trail Walk at Top of the Rock
Guided Trail Walk at Top of the Rock
Join our certified fitness instructor for a leisurely two-and-a-half-mile walking adventure along the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail. This scenic walk on a paved trail will relax your mind…
Paint & Pour
Paint & Pour
Create a masterpiece with family and friends! Our Art Instructor will walk you through step-by-step in a fun, laid-back environment. No painting skills are required, and we’ll provide all the…
16 events,
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
A new holiday tradition, the entire family will enjoy this festive scavenger hunt throughout the Big Cedar property! Snag your clue cards at Guest Services and take off to find…
Dance Fitness
Dance Fitness
This class is a super fun high energy dance class! All you need to do is move and have fun! All levels welcome. Located in the Ozarks Room. BOOK NOW
Gingerbread Build Off
Gingerbread Build Off
A sugar rush is double the fun with Gingerbread house decorating! Plus, indulge in a sugar cookie while decorating your masterpiece. Gingerbread houses will be displayed at Fun Mountain until…
Elves Winter Workshop
Elves Winter Workshop
The kids are sure to have a blast decorating their own Christmas ornaments at the Kids’ Nature Discovery Center at Fun Mountain. We will have a variety of ceramic ornaments…
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Grab your mittens and head to Swimmin’ Hole Lawn for holiday fun at the Big Cedar Lodge synthetic ice rink! It’s the perfect festive activity for the entire family. Stay…
Guided Trail Walk at Top of the Rock
Guided Trail Walk at Top of the Rock
Join our certified fitness instructor for a leisurely two-and-a-half-mile walking adventure along the Lost Canyon Cave and Nature Trail. This scenic walk on a paved trail will relax your mind…
16 events,
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
A new holiday tradition, the entire family will enjoy this festive scavenger hunt throughout the Big Cedar property! Snag your clue cards at Guest Services and take off to find…
Breakfast with Santa
Breakfast with Santa
Santa invites guests at Big Cedar to join him for a special breakfast! Plus, decorate a stocking while enjoying your meal. Stockings are complimentary for guests attending Breakfast with Santa,…
Stocking Decorating
Stocking Decorating
Join us for stocking decorating at at the Table Rock Event Room in Fun Mountain. Available Saturdays November 27th-December 18th at 9am. Cost is $15 per stocking.