Activities
Things to Do at Dogwood Canyon
Experience the great outdoors and find your next adventure at Dogwood Canyon Nature Preserve®. Whether you want to see wildlife up close and personal or spend an afternoon on the trails, our activities are sure to impress the whole family and give you the opportunity to connect with nature.
All Dogwood Canyon Activities Require Daily Admission Tickets
Dogwood Canyon Activities have limited capacities and sell out often, advanced reservations are highly encouraged.
Trout Fishing
The streams at Dogwood Canyon are always stocked with rainbow trout. Enjoy a day of fishing with one of our professional guides or on your own.
Self Guided Fishing
Adult: Starting at $20/hour | Child: $15/hour
Guided Fishing
Starting at $300 for up to Two Guests
Horseback Riding
Explore the views of the Ozarks on horseback as you ride the trails of the park. We offer a one-hour ride and a longer lunch ride.
One-Hour Ride
Starting at $40
Little Indian Lunch Ride
$140 per person
Wildlife Tours
All aboard! Hop onto our tram or into the back of one of our jeeps to get the full experience of Dogwood Canyon. You'll learn more about our park, see nature up-close and maybe even learn a few ancient secrets.
Wildlife Tram Tours
Starts: Adult $30 | Child $20
Private Wildlife Tours
Starting at $275 per vehicle
Educational Activities
Dive into the rich history of the Ozark mountains and learn about conservation with our interactive educational activities.
Mission Conservation
FREE with Park Admission
Conservation Center
FREE with Park Admission
Treehouse
FREE with Park Admission
Working Gristmill
FREE with Park Admission
Hiking & Biking
Enjoy six-and-a-half miles of paved walking trails and two miles of off-road trails for a day of activity at Dogwood Canyon.
Biking Trails
Bicycle Rental $15
Hiking & Walking
FREE with Park Admission
Canyon Discovery Tours
Discover the canyon like never before with this private educational guided tour! Experience the park's unique ecosystems with your own personal park interpreter.
Calendar
We don't want you to miss a thing on your visit with us. See our calendar showing more special events, hands-on experiences and add-on adventures at Dogwood Canyon.