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Dogwood Canyon Nature Park

Dogwood Canyon is a private nature park at 2038 West State Hwy 86 in Lampe, southwest of Branson. It's open daily from 9 am to 5 pm, and admission covers the trails, the Mill, the Nature & Conservation Center and access to the Canyon Grill. The two-hour wildlife tram, horseback rides, fishing and bikes cost extra.

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Tram and activities
Checked November 8, 2026Open 9 am to 5 pm2-hour tram

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The short answer

Dogwood Canyon in brief

Capacity and parking can limit entry, so reserving admission ahead is worth it: buy tickets from Dogwood Canyon. The Canyon Grill takes no reservations and needs park admission.

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Where
2038 West State Hwy 86, Lampe, Missouri 65681
Phone
1-800-456-4812
Open
Daily 9 am to 5 pm; closed on Christmas Day and a few days in January and February
Admission
Price changes by date; booking ahead saves $2 a person. Kids' tickets for ages 4–11, 3 and under free, plus senior (65+) and veteran tickets
Afternoon Special
2 to 5 pm daily through November: $15 adults, $10 kids, online only, some blackout dates
Admission covers
The trails, the Mill, access to the Canyon Grill (food is extra), the artifact display, the Nature & Conservation Center and the Treehouse
Not included
The tram tour and all activities
Dogs
On a leash on the trails and the restaurant patio; not in buildings or on the tram
Swimming
Not allowed, except on the guided Creek Crawl
Tram and activities

What costs extra

Each activity is on top of park admission. Riders under 15 need an adult 18 or older along. If weather cancels your activity, you get a refund or a new date; for illness or an emergency, tell the park as early as you can.

  • Wildlife tram tour

    Length2 hoursPrice and rulesAdults from $34 to $38, kids from $24; tickets from age 3

  • Horseback ride

    Length1 hourPrice and rulesFrom $55; age 8 and 48 inches, up to 250 lb

  • Self-guided fishing

    LengthBy the hourPrice and rulesFrom $20 an hour, kids $15; book on site; no fishing license or trout stamp needed

  • Guided fishing

    LengthCatch and releasePrice and rulesFrom $300 for up to 2; age 12+, book 72 hours ahead

  • Bike rental

    LengthDayPrice and rules$15; first come, first served

  • Canyon Discovery Tour

    LengthPrivate side-by-side with a park guide, about 2 to 2½ hours for up to 5 people, on select days; no dogsPrice and rules$300

  • Annual membership

    Length1 yearPrice and rules$75 plus tax, kids $60 plus tax
In the canyon

What you'll see along the trail

Dogwood Canyon covers 10,000 acres along a trout stream on the Missouri–Arkansas line. Hikers, bikers, anglers, the trams and the guided side-by-side tours share the trails.

The Glory Hole

A blue-green pool in the creek where you can feed some of the biggest trout in the park.

Bluffs and waterfalls

The trout stream runs past bluffs and waterfalls, seen from the trail and the tram. The main canyon trail is paved and level.

Bison-Elk Country

The wildlife pasture across the Arkansas line, with the park's bison and elk. Only the tram and the private tours go in; the hiking and biking trail ends before it.

The Mill and Canyon Grill

The restaurant at the start of the canyon, with indoor seats and a walk-up window on the patio. No reservations, first come, first served.

The Treehouse

A treehouse built by the Treehouse Masters TV team, included with admission.

Nature & Conservation Center

Exhibits on the canyon's wildlife and plants, with an elevator and a ramp.

Before you go

Food, strollers and busy days

On busy days the park can stop selling admission once it's full, so buy ahead if your date matters. Tram seats and trail rides have limited space and often sell out.

Size
10,000 acres in Lampe, on the Missouri–Arkansas line
Food
Bring your own food and soft drinks; picnic tables by the parking lot and along the canyon. No glass bottles
Strollers
Daily rentals at the entrance, limited number
Wheelchairs
The main trail is paved and level; the Mill has a lift and ramps. To stay in a wheelchair on the tram, call 417-348-3326 at least 48 hours ahead; two push wheelchairs are available on site
Busy days
Admission sales can pause when the park or parking is full; a ticket guarantees entry
Tram and rides
Limited seats that often sell out, so reserve ahead; same-day tram bookings only on site
Fishing
From the bank only; no boats and no wading
Changing dates
Call 1-800-456-4812 to move admission to another day
Membership

Coming back more than once

Memberships run for a year from purchase and can't be refunded or transferred. Special events aren't included.

Adult membership
$75 plus tax a year: unlimited regular admission and 10% off selected activities
Child membership
$60 plus tax a year
Holiday 4-Pack
$300 plus tax: four memberships (at least one adult), four one-time guest passes and a plush toy
Dual property
Adults $155, kids $105, plus tax: Dogwood Canyon and Wonders of Wildlife in Springfield
Stay nearby

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Drive times by road, without traffic.

  • Mountain Country InnBranson West 8.6 on ExpediaFree parkingNo pets13 miles, 23 min to Dogwood Canyon.Check prices
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What people ask

Quick answers

How long is the Dogwood Canyon tram tour?

Two hours, in an open-air tram with a guide. Reserve ahead, since seats are limited, and note that park admission is extra. Kids 14 and under need an adult over 18.

What is there to do at Dogwood Canyon?

Walk or bike the canyon trail past bluffs, waterfalls and the Glory Hole, take the two-hour tram into the bison and elk pasture, ride a horse, fish for trout from the bank, and eat at the Mill. Admission covers the trails, the restaurant, the Treehouse and the Nature & Conservation Center.

Can you see bison at Dogwood Canyon?

Yes, on the tram tour or a private tour. They're in the Bison-Elk Country pasture across the Arkansas line, which the hiking and biking trail doesn't reach.

Can you bring food to Dogwood Canyon?

Yes, food and non-alcoholic drinks, with picnic tables near the parking lot and along the canyon. Glass bottles aren't allowed.

Is Dogwood Canyon wheelchair accessible?

The main canyon trail is paved and level, the Mill has a lift and ramps, and the nature center has an elevator. For the tram, call ahead if someone needs to stay in a wheelchair.

Is there a restaurant at Dogwood Canyon?

Yes, the Mill and Canyon Grill near the entrance, with indoor seats and a walk-up window on the patio. It's first come, first served; you need park admission to get in, and food is paid separately.

Is a Dogwood Canyon membership worth it?

If you'll go twice in a year, usually yes: an adult membership is $75 plus tax, with unlimited regular admission and 10% off selected activities.

Where is Dogwood Canyon Nature Park?

At 2038 West State Hwy 86 in Lampe, southwest of Branson. From the 76 Strip it's about 25 miles, 41 minutes by car, without traffic.