Top of the Rock Golf Course
Plan your round at Top of the Rock Golf Course
Top of the Rock is a nine-hole par 3 course at Big Cedar Lodge, designed by Jack Nicklaus, set above Table Rock Lake with lakes, cliffs and exposed rock ledges. Every hole is a par 3, and the course plays 1,392 yards from the black tees.
- 9 holes
- Par 27
- Designed by Jack Nicklaus
Course strategy
Read the card before you play it
Walk the course
Top of the Rock Golf Course hole by hole
Hole 1
131
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 2
75
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 3
118
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 4
83
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 5
91
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 6
84
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 7
60
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 8
145
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
Hole 9
106
yds ·Red
No notes for this hole yet.
ScorecardView the full scorecard
Distances in yards
| Hole | Par | Hcp | Black | Red |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 8 | 143 | 131 |
| 2 | 3 | 9 | 114 | 75 |
| 3 | 3 | 1 | 202 | 118 |
| 4 | 3 | 3 | 191 | 83 |
| 5 | 3 | 2 | 123 | 91 |
| 6 | 3 | 5 | 121 | 84 |
| 7 | 3 | 7 | 152 | 60 |
| 8 | 3 | 4 | 183 | 145 |
| 9 | 3 | 6 | 163 | 106 |
| Total | 27 | 1,392 | 893 |
Before you go
Everything to know on arrival
Know before you go
- Book a tee time online; a waitlist is used
- Wear collared shirts (men over 12) and soft spikes or tennis shoes
- Warm up at the Buffalo Ridge practice facility
- Keep carts on the path at all times
- Groups are limited to four players
Arrival & check-in
Tee times are booked online and there is a waitlist. Groups are limited to four players. Top of the Rock golfers are asked to warm up at the Buffalo Ridge practice facility.
Dress code
Proper golf attire is required, including collared shirts for men over 12. Women should avoid bathing suits and tank tops. Soft spikes are required, and tennis shoes are also allowed.
Carts & walking
Carts have built-in GPS and must stay on the cart path at all times. Riders who are not playing pay a rider fee. Forecaddies are available from March through November by request through the caddie manager.
Practice facilities
The Buffalo Ridge practice facility is open to the public daily. Top of the Rock also has a putting green and a nine-hole putting course, open to its golfers, day guests and dining guests.
Rentals & pro shop
TaylorMade rental clubs are available.
Food & drink
Dining nearby includes the Osage Restaurant, the Buffalo Bar, Arnie's Barn and the End of the Trail wine cellar. On-course restrooms are on hole 4.
Quick answers
Top of the Rock Golf Course at a glance
How many holes does Top of the Rock Golf Course have, and what's the par?
Top of the Rock Golf Course has 9 holes and plays to a par of 27, from 893 to 1,392 yards depending on the tees.
Who designed Top of the Rock Golf Course?
Top of the Rock Golf Course was designed by Jack Nicklaus.
What's the dress code at Top of the Rock Golf Course?
Proper golf attire is required, including collared shirts for men over 12. Women should avoid bathing suits and tank tops.
What are the cart and walking rules at Top of the Rock Golf Course?
Carts have built-in GPS and must stay on the cart path at all times. Riders who are not playing pay a rider fee.
What practice facilities does Top of the Rock Golf Course have?
The Buffalo Ridge practice facility is open to the public daily. Top of the Rock also has a putting green and a nine-hole putting course, open to its golfers, day guests and dining guests.
What food and drink does Top of the Rock Golf Course have?
Dining nearby includes the Osage Restaurant, the Buffalo Bar, Arnie's Barn and the End of the Trail wine cellar. On-course restrooms are on hole 4.
How do you book a tee time at Top of the Rock Golf Course?
Call the course at (417) 348-3770.
Where is Top of the Rock Golf Course?
Top of the Rock Golf Course is at 150 Top of the Rock Blvd, Ridgedale, MO 65739.
Info last reviewed November 5, 2026. Policies change — confirm with the course before your round.
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