Top 8 New and New-ish, Mostly Outdoor Things to do in Branson, Missouri

You’re gonna love all the new things there are to do in Branson, Missouri.  Listed are the top 8, based on customer feedback, reviews, and personal favorites!

	1.	WonderWorks Branson - This wonderfully unique attraction, newly open and centrally located in close proximity to Best Western Center Pointe Inn, is WAY BEYOND your wildest imaginations!  Explore the wacky, topsy-turvy, turned upside-down world of zany Professor Wonder.  Upon entering, everything seems upside-down, so in order to participate in the fun, you must step inside the inversion tunnel to be turned right-side-up!  Once you are "properly aligned" your family fun ADVENTURE awaits!  You can participate in more than 100 hands-on exhibits.  This hugely entertaining, highly interactive, and educational fun-zone is waiting for YOU!
	2.	The Branson Ferris Wheel - formerly Chicago's iconic Navy Pier Ferris Wheel, ridden by nearly 17 million people from 1995 to 2015, The Track Family Fun Parks added this iconic ride to the Branson skyline. Standing 150 feet tall, its 40 gondolas hold 240 riders.  It lights up the night with 16,000 LED lights, which is a show in and of itself!  The Branson Ferris Wheel boasts spectacular views of the famed Branson 76 Country Blvd and the picturesque Ozark Mountains.
	3.	Shepherd of the Hills Rope Course - you’ll see this intriguing contraption as you drive by Shepherd of the Hills Adventure Park.  And it will likely pique your interest!  It does mine every time I drive by!  Adventure awaits for families or solo-explorers as they approach this outdoor structure, which stands tall, next to the iconic Inspiration Tower, and boasts the same incredible views coupled with an exciting ascent.
	4.	Shepherd of the Hills Zipline Canopy Tours - Enjoy the beauty of the Ozark terrain as you soar from tree to tree on the all-new Zipline Canopy Tour at The Shepherd of the Hills.  Guests will experience breathtaking views and thrills as they zip their way across the horizon from unique tree-suspended platforms.
	5.	Talking Rocks Cavern - this guided, hour-long walking tour showcases a breathtakingly beautiful, naturally ornate cave.  Your tour begins in their very unique, extensive rock and mineral gift shop.  Here you’ll find the entrance of the cavern, led by knowledgeable staff. There are concrete steps and handrails along the path, as the tour descends to a depth of 100 feet. The pace of the tour is slow and leisurely. The tour takes several stops along the way, as the guide shares informative and interesting cave facts, noting cave formations and mineral deposits, and answers questions. There are approximately 165 steps going down into the cave, and 100 steps back up to the surface. Toward the end of the tour, a light and sound show is given! Tours are offered daily (except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day). Be sure to plan time to enjoy the nature trails, lookout tower, gemstone mining, indoor and outdoor SpeleoBox crawl boxes, and picnic areas (nominal fees may apply). Passes may be purchased for the Cave Country Mini-Golf course. Fun for everyone!
	6.	37 North Expeditions - Outdoor activities that enhance each individual’s quality of life and still connect with other like-minded outdoor enthusiasts; plus we're educating our community on the importance of outdoor conservation (it's imperative!) Every expedition has an experienced guide - now that's cool AND reassuring.  Choose from Guided Kayak and Hike Tour, Guided Hike and Ice Cream, or Guided Horseback Riding and Winery.  Their motto?   Get Sweaty – Get Connected – and Get Happy.  Words to live by!
	7.	Hog Wild Slingshot Polaris - Ready for some fun?  Find your On-Road Adventure with these one-of-a-kind, open-air roadsters that are just perfect for cruising the strip in style, visiting area attractions, or touring our beautiful Ozarks backroads.  You’ll be the envy of the road!  No matter which route you choose, you’ll have an unforgettable experience.  The Slingshot is a three-wheeled roadster with a 2.4 Liter DOHC engine and 5-speed manual transmission that delivers a ride like nothing else!.  It is “the Ultimate Joyride."  It comes in a variety of models that will leave you grinning from ear-to-ear. This unit does not require a motorcycle endorsement.  Slingshots are for paved roads only.
	8.	Hog Wild UTV Offroad Adventure - Ready for even more fun?!!!  If you like your adventures on dirt instead of asphalt, Hog Wild has you covered. We have Can-am side-by-side ATVs available for rent on our 1400-acre ranch in Omaha, Arkansas, less than 30 minutes from Branson, Missouri.  Exhilarating experience.  Adrenaline rush.  Breathtaking views.  This is, hands-down, one of my most favorite activities to do in the area.