The Ozark Explorer Pass gives you access to five great attractions for one low price when you visit the Missouri Ozarks. It's an incredible deal that will keep you entertained for your entire trip!
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Here's a look at what the Ozark Explorer Pass includes:
Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium
Dogwood Canyon
Lost Canyon Cave @ Top of the Rock Ozarks Heritage Center
Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum
Fun Mountain
Admission is valid for a single entry to each attraction within 30 days from your first visit date.
Pricing seems to vary but is generally around $80-$85 for a child (ages 4-11) and $130-$140 for an adult pass. Per attraction, this averages out to about $16 per child and $27 per adult if you visit all five attractions included with the pass.
Here's where the explorer pass can take you:
Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium in Springfield, Missouri
35,000 square feet of immersive wildlife experiences, including live animal encounters, themed exhibits, and a large selection of exotic animals staged with professional taxidermy. There are a variety of ticketing options, including daily (typically ranging between $35-$52 per adult), multi-day, and annual pass options. However, the Ozark Explorer Pass provides the best value for families looking to fill a multi-day vacation.
Dogwood Canyon in Lampe, Missouri
Enjoy 10,000 acres of natural beauty in the Ozarks. Dogwood Canyon is a Johnny Morris park dedicated to conservation. General admission tickets range from $15-$20 per adult for a single-day entry. However, families looking to save a bundle can get in free with an Ozark Explorer Pass.
Things to do at Dogwood Canyon include:
Trout Fishing (Solo and Guided)
Horseback Trail Riding
Wildlife Tours (by tram, segway, or off-road Jeep)
Conservation Center
Working Gritsmill & Indian Artifact Hall
Animal Planet Treehouse
Mission Conservation Scavenger Hunt
Six Miles of Paved Paths for Hiking & Biking
Canyon Discovery Tour
Kayak Wildlife Tour
Lost Canyon Cave & Nature Trail in Ridgedale, Missouri [Johnny Morris' Top of the Rock]
Top of the Rock is the highest elevation point in Missouri. It's also home to Big Cedar Lodge - another exquisite Johnny Morris conservation destination situated right on Table Rock Lake near Branson, Missouri.
Top of the Rock is a resort. If you're planning to spend a few days enjoying all that the Ozarks Explorer Pass has to offer, it's the perfect base camp. There's also plenty for day guests to enjoy. However, keep in mind that parking is not included in the price of your ticket. Seasonal rates apply between $10-$25 per day.
Here's a quick look at everything there is to do at Top of the Rock:
Guided Nature Walk: A 2.5 mile trek led by an educator detailing the plants, wildlife, history, and geology that make the Ozarks region unique. |💲Reservations Required.
Lost Canyon Cave: Explore a four-story cave from the top down from the comfort of an electric cart. | ♿
Ancient Ozarks History Museum: Explore an impressive collection of artifacts. | ♿
Cathedral of Nature: An ongoing excavation project exposed by a sinkhole that opened up in May 2015.
Arnie's General Store: Artisan shopping experience. | ♿
Top of the Rock Bass Pro Shop: The iconic branded retail experience that makes all of Johnny Morris' conservation efforts possible. | ♿
There's quite a list, but the most impressive part of visiting Top of the Rock is the waterfall experience. Several natural waterfalls of significant size are visible from the Lost Canyon Cave trail.
And, that's just the tip of the iceberg. At Big Cedar Lodge, there's much more to see and do, including Bent Hook Marina & Market, award-winning golf courses, a Bass Pro Shops shooting academy, Lady Liberty lake cruises, and so much more!
Bonus: Your Ozarks Explorer Pass includes a $25 game card to Fun Mountain at Big Cedar Lodge.
Ancient Ozarks History Museum in Ridgedale, MO
The Ancient Ozarks History Museum is located at Big Cedar Lodge in Ridgedale, Missouri. It's home to an impressive collection of Native American artifacts as well as geological and historical artifacts unique to the Ozarks region.
Similar to the Wonders of Wildlife Museum, you'll find an assortment of artistic reconstructions of wildlife here in the Ozarks. Admission for the day is free with your adventure pass or $12 per adult and $8 per child without it.
Fun Mountain at Big Cedar Lodge in Ridgedale, Missouri
In one final nod to building cherished family memories, the Ozark Explorer Pass includes a $25 game card that can be used at Fun Mountain. If you've never been to Fun Mountain, you're in for a treat. Johnny Morris doesn't do anything halfway and Fun Mountain is much more than an arcade.
Here's a quick look at what you can expect to find:
Under the Ocean-Themed Bowling
Go Carts
Ropes Course
Laser Tag
Flip Zone Gyros
Spin Zone Bumper Cars
Arcade
Climbing Wall
Golf Simulator
Billiards
Kids Climbing Area
Kids Nature Discovery Center Play Area
Plan a whole week of fun for one incredible price with this packaged deal from Johnny Morris Conservation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to preserving conservation and history in the Ozarks.