Big Cedar Lodge

When Heather was pregnant with Addie, the Wilson girls, took their Girl's Weekend in October of 2007 at Big Cedar Lodge, outside of Branson, Missouri. Heather talked about how beautiful it was, so Bob and I decided to visit while we were in Branson.  It indeed was beautiful.  Here are a few pictures and a little of the history.

In the 1920's two prominent Missourians began making plans to build lavish back country resort homes on land adjoining the Long Creek Arm of the White River known as Big Cedar Hollow.  Together, business entrepreneur Jude Simmons and Frisco Railroad executive Harry Worman acquired a total of 300 lushly forested acres, and construction began.

Simmons chose a log mansion reminiscent of the grand wilderness hunting lodges found in the Adirondacks regions, while Worman constructed his retreat in the traditional Tudor style of stone and stucco.

The Worman House is now a restaurant with beautiful
gardens and butteflies all around.

In 1958 the White River was dammed to form Table Rock Lake, and the stage was set for the Ozarks' premier wilderness resort.  Following Bass Pro Shops' acquisition of the property in 1987, founder John Morris chose to restore the Simmons and Worman buildings to their original prominence, initiating a rigorous commitment to renew the natural beauty of Big Cedar Hollow.


Several more lodge type cabins have been added along with this conference center.  The views are incredible and there is a large marina is you are a boater.

We had a wonderful day, at an absolutely beautiful place.  I would recommend Big Cedar Resort, a bit pricey but with all types of amenities it looks worth it to me!