About Dogwood Canyon Nature Park "Promote and protect the natural environment of the canyon’s wildlife and plant life." Aside from a few amenities to make Dogwood Canyon Nature Park more …
About Dogwood Canyon Nature Park "Promote and protect the natural environment of the canyon’s wildlife and plant life." Aside from a few amenities to make Dogwood Canyon Nature Park more accessible to our guests, the rugged landscape has been left untouched and, with just a little imagination, you can travel back to a time when European settlers first entered the area or, even further, to explore the mark that Native Americans left on these Missouri hills and hollows. The first parcels of the property were acquired in 1990 by Johnny Morris, founder/CEO of Bass Pro Shops. The park is owned and managed by the Dogwood Canyon Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting the canyon’s natural plant and wildlife environment.
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Mar 23, 2025
Unbelievable experience. One of the most beautiful nature places I’ve ever been. Lots of water features and wildlife. The tram ride was excellent. Our guide, Rachel was fantastic!Full review by Odyssey60241503609
Mar 19, 2025
This is my new favorite place in all of MO. We spent most of day here. I highly recommend the tram tour (2-hours and worth the extra fee), especially for people with mobility issues. Our guide, Joe, …Full review by Jana J
Mar 2, 2025
First time here and we decided to do the tram tour. It was 2 hours of beautiful scenery and we got to see bison, elk, and a few other wildlife such as an eagle and a groundhog. Mickey was our tour gu…Full review by loomomof2
Do we have to reserve ahead for the tram tour. How much does it cost to visit the canyon and take the tram tour?
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It is $20 for an all day adult admission. It is well worth it with the money going towards efforts to conserve and protect natural resources. We did not pay for parking, as it looks as if …
It is $20 for an all day adult admission. It is well worth it with the money going towards efforts to conserve and protect natural resources. We did not pay for parking, as it looks as if they’ve expanded on the lot. There is a great museum above the gift shop with videos, dioramas, children’s activities, and live animals. We did not go the tram, but it was highly suggested to get reservations prior. We did rent bikes and were able to do so without reservations. $20/rental bike and a signed waiver. They do honor veterans at the entrance with discounted ticket fee. Enjoy!
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