Location: Branson
Top Things to do in Branson
Top Restaurants in Branson
What to do and see in Branson, Missouri (MO): The Best Nature & Wildlife Areas
Branson has limitless possibilities for a memorable vacation. While visiting you can: attend star-studded performances at Branson’s many live shows; enjoy Silver Dollar City, one of the world's top theme parks; take in the beauty and adventure of the Ozark Mountains and three pristine lakes; play some of the best golf in the Midwest; visit museums highlighting the area’s rich history and culture; relax at spas and resorts; and shop at Branson’s many boutiques, galleries and outlets.
Restaurants in Branson
1. The Butterfly Palace
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,517 reviews
Explore over 1,000 live exotic butterflies surrounded by tropical plants, birds and more! Wristbands are good for 3 days, unlimited access and include; Live Butterfly Aviary, 3D Video "Flight of the Butterflies" about the Monarch Migration, Great Banyan Tree Adventure, Mirror Maze and Rainforest Science Center with Live Reptiles and Amphibians. Bonus Features: -Live Butterfly Releases: Scheduled 4 times per day, newly emerged butterflies are released for their first flight and guests get to assist! -Complimentary nectar flowers for guests to hand feed the butterflies -LIVE MUSIC is played daily in the butterfly aviary by two musicians playing the Hammered Dulcimer -Critter Encounters: Scheduled 4 times per day where guests can learn about and pet one of the reptiles
Reviewed By 388gerih - Holt, United States
Enjoy having butterflies fly around you and discover the different species and where they are located!
2. Shepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,954 reviews
Reviewed By 58John-7
Take a tour with one of the staff, learn about the hatchery and see the various stages of growth. Grandkids love it
3. Ruth and Paul Henning Conservation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 195 reviews
Reviewed By azwi - Waterford, United States
Great place to stop and take in the wondrous views!!! Then put on your hiking shoes and take a stroll on one of there family friendly trails! It is definitely worth the stop!!
4. Glade Top Trail
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By genia101 - Kimberling City, United States
This is a beautiful 23 mile drive in gravel and dirt road that starts at 3 different points. We took the one just outside Ava and down to Theodosia that ended at the Hercules glades. At Caney there is a large picnic area with porta potties in a small building (they call them vaulted toilets) and that is THE ONLY BATHROOM STOP, so do not miss it. There is no water there either . This is a beautiful place for a drive in the country or to visit for fall colors. There are oaks, maples, cedar and many other trees and shrubs that give you the full spectrum of fall colors. A bald eagle flew over us on the drive and we saw many other birds and squirrels. There are places to get out that are marked with the QR CODE for a sort of guided tour. There are signs outside all 3 entry points and it is 1 of 51 national scenic byways ! There are benches at most of the marked pull off stops that provide panoramic views while seated and there are description placards at the stops as well. We got free maps and they have some free stickers, carabiners, etc for kids or adults too at the Ranger station - 1103 S Jefferson St -Ava Mo 65608. Watch though stupid Google maps told me it was on the left and it is NOT it is on the right amongst some trees. The ranger station is in a building built by the CCC too (these are always a treat for me) !! The Glade Top Trail road was also built by the CCC ! If you go, take some water and a camera . 23 miles seems short but there are several pull outs and we enjoyed exploring things like the Willie Lee homestead cellar root and the Caney picnic area and with it being gravel and narrow roads plan on a few hours for the drive ! You have to go slow to see the sights and to pull to the side when you meet another car coming the other way . We went on a Monday morning so it wasn't very busy at all. Remember too that it gets dark in the woods early .
