Links Golf &amp; Athletic Club

(2 reviews)

40.8 mi

Absolutely gorgeous venue. I've spent a lot of time traveling to different music festivals, and…read morethis one is truly one of a kind. I could never convince my wife of 22 years to attend any kind of festival with me, but the farm campground's changed that for ever. I drug her out one time and she's now fully engulfed into the community. This place will always have a special spot in my heart.

This property is not only magical but another place to call home! No matter the time of year,…read moreevent, or if you're just passing through and would like to camp somewhere absolutely b e a u t i f u l, it's the place to go! Their events throughout the season are life changing. They're filled with down to earth people, the environment is healthy and amazing, and everyone pitches in to help one another. Fundraisers are also often held by the owners to help supply food or clothing to the community. It's a well rounded, clean and loving place to visit.

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Diamond Hills Country Club

3.7

(3 reviews)

17.9 mi

Good basic food. Decent menu selections. Good prices. Great…read moreservice. Pretty location.

This was a close tie to the worst golf course I've ever played. The practice green is in terrible…read moreshape. The tee boxes were uneven and weed rated. The fairways are in very poor shape and the "rough" is riddled with poison ivy. The greens were moldy and had large arches of black rot on them. The young man in the club house was nice, but incapable of making a single decision on his own. The cost was ridiculous for the quality of the course. I found it overrated aver priced and completely lacking. I left my name and number for the Pro, to call me, but never received a call. You've been fairly warned. I will not return to this course as a guest.

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Harrison Country Club

3.7

(3 reviews)

0.9 mi

It's always a treat to eat here - and breakfast/brunch is my favorite. The service is always good,…read moreand the food is tasty. It's a very casual atmosphere since most folks are coming in from playing golf. Most recently, I had the Eggs Benedict - the portion was hearty, and the eggs were perfectly poached. I eat here whenever I get to Harrison and am never disappointed.

Abusive kitchen manager screams and yells at every single one of her staff over the most trivial…read morematters. She talks poorly about the bartender when he is not around, and to top it off, she lies about having tourette syndrome as an excuse to curse at people and behave poorly. Not once did she display unwanted sounds (tics) that can't be easily controlled. I can't think of anything more repulsive than lying about having a mental disorder as an excuse to curse and treat people poorly. She does drugs in the workplace as well. Find a new kitchen manager asap. very unprofessional for something like a country club.

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Golf at Top of the Rock

4.0

(41 reviews)

21.0 mi

Top of the Rock is well worth the visit. $10 entry fee is worth it for the view! Be sure and o do…read morethe self drive golf cart ride. Lots of photo opportunities. Water falls. 1 free craft "Bat" Beer for each person during the ride. Great Museum of Indian artifacts not to be missed.

This place has some amazing views. The ambiance is rustic. There's a huge fossil of the…read moreprehistoric mammoth. The food was well seasoned. The staff was great. I asked the bartender for a fruity drink. I didn't know the name of it. I saw a few different kinds there that looked great. I said surprise me. He made up a drink. I asked for the name. He said I could call it what I wanted. It didn't have a name. I would love to go back to see some more of the beautiful and amazing views. They are breathtaking. They had a live band for entertainment. This was a private event. I really enjoyed everything

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Dogwood Canyon Nature Park

4.3

(205 reviews)

26.2 mi

It's an amazing place with waterfalls, a stream for fishing, and several caves. The artifacts on…read moredisplay are interesting and well done. In general, it's a very peaceful place. There is guided or self-guided fishing and guided tours via tram or self-guided tours via bike or walking. There is a restaurant on site in the mill building. There is wildlife along the way and there are herds of Bison and elk as well as some Texas longhorn cattle. The park straddles the Missouri - Arkansas boarder. It is well worth the time you spend there.

On a Monday morning in April we (I, mother and daughter) set out to cruise through the glorious…read morecanyon on wheels. Feeling a bit hesitant at first to do it on bike but it was the best feeling. It was a perfect 68, clear skies and lilac blooms along the way. The perfection was almost overwhelming. A tram is also available for a round trip adventure but the bike was just too fun to pass up. Along the way we saw all kinds of little critters, snakes, fish and birds. Stopped at the tree house, chapel and most of the waterfalls. On bike with all the stops about 2 hours, walking could easily be 3+. Bikes are $15 each and I highly recommend getting there early so you have your pick cause the good ones go fast. Some have baskets and you should get one of those and then fill it with a picnic lunch. Little under $20 per person for entry, with discounts for veterans, seniors and children. Large parking but the place is popular, so again if possible arrive early.

Feeding golden trout

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Buffalo Ridge Golf Course

4.1

(19 reviews)

22.5 mi

Great course, nice facilities, tremendous views, even better customer service. All staff were very…read morefriendly and made us feel very welcome. Highly recommend.

Beautiful golf course. Wonderful scenery. This is where the seniors on the PGA play. The course…read moreis difficult. The greens are fast. The fairways are pristine. The roughs are well manicured. You will see buffaloes roaming outside the golf course in some areas. Don't worry there is a fence so the buffaloes do not get too close. This course is surrounded by other golf courses including Payne Valley golf course, Tiger Woods only course designed by him. The green fee is expensive about $200 per player but one course you need to add to your bucket list.

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Big Creek Country Club

3.1

(7 reviews)

40.1 mi

The house made kettle chips were great. Our waitress was helpful and very attentive. I wanted the…read morescallop special, but unfortunately they were out. I got the ribeye instead, and it was cooked as requested. It could have used some more seasoning, but was still good.

Beautiful atmosphere with excellent service. The Reuben was very good…read more Home style fries were disappointinly droopy but looked perfect. Wine list was short. The house red was surprisingly delicious.

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Blackened Chicken Salad

Turtle Back Ridge

4.5

(11 reviews)

33.6 mi

Needs major upgrading and maintenance to the mini golf courses. Several of the arcade games were…read moreout of order or were labeled that they may not work properly. The ones that provide tickets were labeled that the correct number of tickets earned may not be rewarded and that there was nothing they could do about it.

Friendly staff wonder games of mini golf both courses blue and green very fun bring the whole…read morefamily out they also have other stuff including arcade games and gokarts

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Payne's Valley Golf Course

4.9

(7 reviews)

21.5 mi

We had so much fun playing this course! It is well maintained, fair and absolutely beautiful!! We…read moregot paired with another couple who had hired a caddy - that was a first for me and wasn't sure what to expect, but she was great!! Looking forward to playing this course again in the near future!!

Cold, cloudy day in late March. Course was in great shape. Sunday pin placement beat us up and…read moretook our lunch money. Pricey, but a little better cost-wise in off-season. Junior rate of $85 makes it a no-brainer if in the area with teens that golf.

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Silver Dollar City

3.8

(733 reviews)

31.0 mi

If you're in Branson, Silver Dollar City is one of those places you pretty much have to experience…read moreat least once. What really sets this place apart is the entertainment. There are shows happening all day long, from live music and bluegrass to comedy and saloon-style performances. Depending on the season, there are also special productions throughout the park. It's nice to be able to sit down, take a break, and still feel like you're part of the experience. And since the shows are included with admission, it adds a lot of value to your visit. It's also a great spot if you have younger kids. There is plenty for them to do beyond just rides, including play areas, interactive attractions, and even a train ride. It's not one of those parks where little kids are limited. They can stay busy all day. The whole park has a really cool 1880s theme and is honestly one of the most beautiful theme parks I've been to. Between the shops, craftsmen, and scenery, it feels more like an experience than just rides. That said, be ready for a lot of walking. This park is very hilly and you will feel it by the end of the day. Lines can also get long during busy times. Overall, it's a really unique place with a ton to do for all ages. Between the shows, rides, and kid-friendly activities, you can easily spend a full day here and still not see everything.

Don't believe any negativity about this place. other than…read morethe bathrooms smelling like a vent directly from an over clogged sewer, which is probably more guest related. the ride times were reasonable, the rides hedged a fair amount of thrill with chill. Do not sleep on outlaw run.

THE MAN THE MYTH THE LEGEND JACOB!

Live nativity

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Beef stew in bread. I do not recommend this as you can get much more for your money with a different meal.

Runaway Mountain Coaster at Branson Mountain Adventure Park

4.3

(156 reviews)

26.8 mi

Runaway Mountain Coaster & Flyaway Ziplines at Branson Mountain Adventure (935 Historic Hwy 165,…read moreBranson, MO 65616) We had to check out the fastest mountain coaster during this very hot weekend in July. They have their own parking lot that seemed to get people in and out, and their line was short to buy tickets. My guy asked the cashier if I could bring my fanny pack, to which she quickly replied no, it needs to stay in the car and cannot be brought along to the ride. While I appreciate this information at the ticket stand, it was quite frustrating to get back home and see some AI-consolidated mentions of small lockers from a few months ago. Not sure if this is true or not, but I feel it should be mentioned on the website in FAQs and on signage at the site. Other than that, as a tourist, I still enjoyed the ride.

Location Just off 265, west of downtown Branson…read moreParking Large open lot Atmosphere Fun-open-lit up at night Service Friendly and helpful Ride First you check in on an ipad and sign a waiver. Next you watch a video. Then they weigh you and check the height of the children. Weight limit is 300 pounds. They are big on safety-one at a time they seat you in the "coaster"- you are buckled in with 2 safety straps-additional child straps. There are handles to hold to control speed. I am not big on speed and went slow. The coaster climbs through the woods and fake animals are scattered throughout. At the top there is a shed and guide who gives a thumbs up and down the hill you go-tilting slightly at times and circling around. They assist you and unstrap you at the end. A photo is taken 3/4 of the way down-smile and try not to look scared! Summary All the locals recommended this ride as the most scenic and it was! Great fun-even for me who is skiddish about heights and speed. Note-second ride is discounted. Best ride ever! Loved it!!

Fast and fun! Wasn't expecting the speed.

The crazies heading off.

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Onyx Cave Park

4.2

(50 reviews)

33.1 mi

This was a very unique experience for me and friends. It was a neat thing to do especially because…read morethere are no underground caves where I'm from. They have neat souvenirs you can buy once the tour is over.

Natural wonders are a thing of beauty. That's what I love about an experience like a cave…read more Owners may monetize it, but the Onyx Cave crew gave a fair price - and they offer two levels of access so you can choose what you'd like to spend. It's amazing to see how water literally forms the earth. And in a world of endless digital entertainment, Onyx Cave Park offers a wonderful alternative. The only improvement? It would be cool if their pre-recorded guided tour could be rewound, forwarded, or jumped to the number stop that you would like to be repeated. A few of our headphones got off a bit in our party, and the poor tech ended up separating us on our journey through the cave.

Light up tree

Inside

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White Water

3.5

(67 reviews)

28.2 mi

My daughter and I went to White Water when we were in Branson for vacation this past summer and it…read morewas a good experience. It was pretty busy, which was totally expected. We got there shortly after they opened and was lucky enough to snag a couple chairs in the shade. After a bit we got in line for some food and it was pretty chaotic. You get in a line, grab what you want, and pay at the register at the end of the line. It was like pulling teeth trying to get the kids chicken tenders meal, which IMO, should be the thing they always keep stocked. Contrary to what other reviews say, there's a good amount of water slides and things to do. My daughter and I had a blast. We only had one long wait in line, which was fine. If we go back to Branson, we will definitely go back.

We had a great day at white water. We enjoyed the bigger kids play area, the lazy river, wave pool…read moreand several of the slides. There are plenty of areas that are shaded with lounge chairs, which was a plus bc it was 100 degrees the day we visited. My group also enjoyed the healthier food options available. Overall, a great day but not a park I would go back too. It's a one day experience and fine if your kids really want to go.

Wave pool

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Lokomotion Family Fun Park

3.3

(28 reviews)

56.8 mi

A decent, fun place. Expect to spend some money…read more Came here for a birthday party for a friend of one of the kids. Nice layout. Nice variety. We will return.

Fun for kids, teens and adults. Arcade, go karts, mini golf, etc! Our teens loved it. We've also…read morehad birthday parties here and the staff were awesome. The pizza is really good. Lots of improvements have been made to this place in the past few years.

Getting ready to play mini-golf!

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