Spring Hike at Thunder Mountain Park

Spring is the perfect time of year for hiking. At Thunder Mountain Park, you will experience a one-of-a-kind hiking adventure. Thunder Mountain Park is a spectacular place to explore and will make for the perfect spring hike. A great day of outdoors at this incredible Lake of the Ozarks attraction will leave you full of nature fun. Come explore with us!

Get Outdoors at Thunder Mountain Park

Spring is officially here, and it is time to get outside. The most scenic cave tour in Missouri is surrounded by the natural beauty of Thunder Mountain Park. Covering hundreds of acres, the Lake of the Ozarks attraction spreads over more than a mile of the lake’s shoreline, a mile of highway frontage along Old Missouri Route 5, and all the acreage in between. Spring activities at our park are a great way to enjoy time with family. You can easily spend an entire day here because there is so much nature to be explored!

How to Prepare for Your Hike

Hiking might sound like a great adventure, but it is important to plan accordingly! At Thunder Mountain Park, you can explore our ½ mile nature trail, stop at our outdoor classroom, and check out the beautiful limestone shelves. The gorgeous scenery is full of complex plant and animal communities, so you may catch glimpses of an abundance of wildlife. Take in the natural light and greenery by hiking to the south side of the park. Spending a day here will have you reminiscing on the Ozark Mountains as they were decades ago. We want your visit at our Lake of the Ozarks attraction to be unforgettable! Before heading to Thunder Mountain Park, be sure to keep this in mind:
  • Wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear
  • Bring a backpack
  • Bring plenty of water 
  • Pack a lunch and have a lakeside picnic

Fun Activities After Your Hike

After your hike here at Thunder Mountain Park, there are so many fun activities to do and sights to see before heading home. We have plenty to keep you busy during your visit. Come enjoy nature with us both inside and outside at Bridal Cave. For some family fun, make plans to take a cave tour or check out our Lake of the Ozarks gift shop. Thunder Mountain Park is a great way to get outdoors this spring. Here are a few ways to fill your day with fun after hiking:
  • Bridal Cave tours
  • Feed the fish
  • Have a lakeside picnic
  • Pan for gemstones
  • Shop for souvenirs

Come See Nature’s Beauty Inside Thunder Mountain Park!

If you have never visited us here at Thunder Mountain Park, you should make plans to visit soon and take in some of these gorgeous sites! Come check us out for a spring hike and stay awhile to take in the beauty of the park. The safety of our staff and guests are our priority. You can visit www.bridalcave.com to see how we are making our Lake of the Ozarks attraction safe for guests. We can’t wait for you to come hike with us!

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