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Championship Golf in the Ozarks Buffalo Ridge Golf Course

While all the golf offerings at Big Cedar Lodge are quite different, its stunning visual drama unifies them. True to its name, the Tom Fazio-designed Buffalo Ridge — on Golf Digest’s Top 100 — has an actual herd of buffalo grazing alongside its fairways, something few visiting golfers have ever seen before on a course. Adding new approaches, water features and bunkers, Johnny Morris and Fazio created a course layout to bring players in close contact with nature.

1001 Branson Creek Blvd, Hollister, MO 65672

Buffalo Ridge is closed through June 1, 2025 for a greens renovation project. These exciting improvements will enhance the playability of the greens, green surrounds, and greenside bunkers.

HOLE-BY-HOLE

Buffalo Ridge Springs Golf Course - Hole 1 - Golf at Big Cedar Lodge

Hole 1 · Par 5

The opening hole at Buffalo Ridge provides a scenic start to the round with North American bison roaming just to the left of the fairway and a scenic view of the Ozarks in the foreground. This downhill par 5 offers a generous landing area off the tee and is reachable in two shots for longer hitters, but the bunkers that guard the green must be avoided. This is a classic opening par five with risks and rewards.

Buffalo Ridge Springs Golf Course - Hole 1 - Golf at Big Cedar Lodge

Course Information

Enjoy complimentary on-course snacks with your round including our signature Bison Dog. Rates subject to change. Price does not include tax. Rates include golf cart, driving range balls, and bottled water on the course.

June 1 – October 26, 2025
Resort Guest: $225 | Public Guest: $275
Junior (17 & under) | $75
Locals: $170

October 27 – November 30, 2025
Resort Guest: $190 | Public Guest: $215
Junior (17 & under) | $75
Locals: $150

December 2025
CLOSED

Non-golfer Cart Riding Fee | $45
Limit 1 rider per paying golfer

FORECADDIES AVAILABLE March – November!
Book your forecaddie by contacting our Caddie Manager at caddiereservations@big-cedar.com.

$50 per bag with suggested gratuity of $30 per bag. Cash payment only.

Rentals
TaylorMade rental clubs are available for $80, including two sleeves of golf balls.


Fall 2025 Aeration Dates:
September 15 – 17: Closed
Aeration Recovery: September 18 – 28


Buffalo Ridge Springs Golf Course - Hole 2 - Golf at Big Cedar Lodge

"No. 1 Course in Missouri."

- Golf Magazine

Buffalo Ridge Practice Facility


The Buffalo Ridge Practice Facility is accessible for guests playing on Buffalo Ridge and Top of the Rock. It is also open to the public daily. The facility overlooks an expansive, sloping hillside and features Zyosia & Rye grass hitting surfaces. You might even see some free-range buffalo while you warm up. Sharpen your short game with sand bunkers and plenty of room for pitching, plus two putting greens.

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Mountain Top Grill


Perched high in the hills and overlooking Mountain Top Course and Payne’s Valley Course, this lodge-style restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious meal after a round on the links or a date night with some of the best views in the Ozarks. Mountain Top Grill is walk-in dining only.

HOURS

Open daily

Breakfast | 6:30AM – 10:30AM
Lunch & Dinner | 10:30AM – 9PM

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Tall Tales Bar & Grill


Tall Tales Bar & Grill is just footsteps away from the entrance of the Bass Pro Angler’s Lodge in Hollister, MO. This full-service, walk-in restaurant offers an over-the-top sports bar theme while serving up a taste of the Ozarks with plenty of fun to be had. Open to the public, guests are able to enjoy delicious cuisine, arcade games, billiards, and multiple large-screen TVs.

HOURS

Monday – Tuesday | Closed
Wednesday – Sunday | 4PM – 11PM

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Visit Buffalo Ridge Course


Address

1001 Branson Creek Blvd,
Hollister, MO 65672

Hours of Operation

Buffalo Ridge is closed through June 1, 2025 for a greens renovation project. These exciting improvements will enhance the playability of the greens, green surrounds, and greenside bunkers.


Phone: 417-339-5430
Toll-Free: 1-800-BCLODGE

Mailing Address
612 Devil's Pool Road, Ridgedale, MO 65739

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