Dogwood Canyon

Foraging the Ozarks
2026-03-20 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-22 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-27 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-04-01 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-04-10 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-04-17 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago)
Join Bo Brown, wilderness survival instructor and author of Foraging the Ozarks and Foraging Central Grasslands, at Dogwood Canyon Nature Park for a mosey around the canyon to learn about wildflowers, edible and medicinal plants, and a bit about local archaeology. Bring binoculars if you have them, as there’s always a possibility to see beautiful songbirds and other Ozarks wildlife!

Stone-Age Survival Skills Demo
2026-03-20 13:30 - 15:00, 2026-03-22 13:30 - 15:00, 2026-03-27 13:30 - 15:00, 2026-04-01 13:30 - 15:00, 2026-04-10 13:30 - 15:00, 2026-04-17 13:30 - 15:00
There is a direct line of human technology, from 2.3 million years ago when our earliest ancestors banged rocks to make cutting tools, to the rapid advances in our modern world. Join Bo Brown, survival instructor and author of Foraging the Ozarks and Foraging Central Grasslands, to explore the humble beginnings of the technologies that allowed our species to survive and thrive.

Nature Talk
2026-03-21 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-03-22 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-03-27 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-03-28 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-03-29 10:00 - 10:30
Stop by our nature center classroom for a fun and engaging program to get your Dogwood adventure started! Topics rotate through a variety of nature identification themes to equip you for your canyon experience! This 20-30 minute program is included with park admission.

Amphitheater Talk
2026-04-03 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-04-04 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-04-05 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-04-10 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-04-11 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-04-12 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-04-17 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-04-18 10:00 - 10:30 and 1 more date
Stop by our scenic outdoor amphitheater for a fun and engaging program to get your Dogwood adventure started! Topics rotate through a variety of nature identification themes to equip you for your canyon experience! This 20-30 minute program is included with park admission.

Easter Sunday Service
2026-04-05 08:00 - 20:45
Join us at 8:00 a.m. for an Easter Sunrise Service on the Hope Chapel lawn! Enjoy the beauty of nature and the season in a one-of-a-kind setting to start your Easter Sunday. This event is free to attend and weather dependent. Limited seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Attendees are welcome to bring their own seating.
Park gates open at 7:30 a.m. for entrance to the park. Trams will be available before and after the service for Hope Chapel transportation to and from the Gift Shop. Park admission is required if you plan to stay in the park after the service.

Easter Brunch
2026-04-05 09:00 - 14:00
Hop on over to our rustic Mill and Canyon Grill Restaurant for an Easter Breakfast for the whole family! Enjoy your meal all while soaking in the early signs of spring in the canyon.
Easter Breakfast will be served from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Walk-ups only; no reservations. Park admission required for dining.
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Click Here To Purchase General Admission

Easter Egg Hunt
2026-04-05 11:00 - 11:30
Celebrate Easter with a traditional in‑person egg hunt designed for kids of all ages! Two clearly marked areas will be set up to accommodate different age groups, giving everyone a fun and comfortable space to explore. The hunt will start at 11 a.m., when children can search for eggs throughout their designated area and earn a special Easter surprise based on how many they collect. The more eggs, the bigger the prize! Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to enjoy some family time in the beauty of the canyon!
This event is free with general admission to Dogwood Canyon.

Homeschool Days
2026-04-07 - 2026-04-11
Homeschool Days offer an opportunity to experience the wonder at each of our Conservation Attractions at a discounted rate, exclusively for students!
Homeschool Days are offered during
February 2 – 6
April 7 – 11
October 6 – 10
December 1 – 5
Homeschool students ages 4-18 and their chaperone
* No more than one chaperone/guardian per 2 students
WONDERS OF WILDLIFE:
Student $18 | Adults $25
10% discount at Fish Tales Cafe, Shipwreck Snack Bar, and the gift shop.
DOGWOOD CANYON:
General Admission only. Tours and activities must be purchased separately.
Students $5 | Adults $10
10% off at gift shop
TOP OF THE ROCK
Museum only. Lost Canyon Cave Trail must be purchased separately.
Students $5 | Adults $10
$10 entry fee per vehicle required.
This offer is not available on weekends and/or holidays. Tickets must be purchased at the ticket counter, not available online.
Proof of homeschooling is encouraged. Acceptable proof of homeschooling may include, but is not limited to, any of the following: a daily lesson log, a homeschool association membership card, or a written educational plan book.
