Big Cedar Nature Golf

What is the average pace of play?

• Payne's Valley: 5 hours
• Ozarks National: 4 hours and 30 minutes
• Buffalo Ridge: 4 hours and 30 minutes
• Top of the Rock: 1 hour and 45 minutes
• Mountain Top: 2 hours

Do you have a caddie program?

We currently offer forecaddies at all Big Cedar courses by request. To request your forecaddie, please contact our caddie manager at caddiereservations@big-cedar.com.

What is your dress code for men?

Proper golf attire, including collared shirts, is required for men over 12 years old.

What is your dress code for women?

Proper golf attire, no bathing suits, or tank tops.

Do the carts have built-in GPS monitors?

Yes, all golf carts have built-in GPS units. Please note: Mountain Top is a walking-only course and does not offer golf carts. Digital range finders are provided, at no charge, in the respective pro shop. Players may check out range finders in exchange for their I.D.

I'm playing golf but I have someone coming with me who just wants to ride along, is that ok?

Riders are allowed for a rider fee for anyone not playing golf. At Mountain Top, they may walk with you at no charge. We ask that anyone who will be hitting shots on the course pay a greens fee to limit any confusion there may be with someone who has not paid playing golf on the course.

• Paynes Valley Rider Fee: $45
• Ozark National Rider Fee: $45
• Buffalo Ridge Rider Fee: $45
• Top of the Rock Rider Fee: $30

Is Mountain Top hilly and difficult to walk?

The course is mostly along a ridgeline, and there are a couple of uphill walks at the beginning and end of the round. However, the majority of the course is relatively flat or downhill with less than 2 miles of total walking.

Are there carts or special accommodations for players with disabilities at Mountain Top?

Mountain Top does not allow carts on the course, other than walking pushcarts. We are happy to offer carts and accommodations for individuals with disabilities at our other courses (Payne's Valley, Ozarks National, Buffalo Ridge, and Top of the Rock) when weather and course conditions allow.

How fast are your greens? What is Stimp speed?

Our green speeds average between 9.5 and 11 on the Stimpmeter depending on the day and weather conditions.

Can multiple people use the same golf clubs?

For pace of play purposes and standard course etiquette, all players must play out of their own bag. Rental clubs are available for purchase in the pro shop.

What kind of grass do you have on the course?

Payne's Valley, Buffalo Ridge, Mountain Top, and Ozarks National all have Zoysia fairways and bentgrass greens. Top of the Rock features Bermuda & rye tee boxes and bentgrass greens.

When does your grass go dormant?

Our fairway zoysia is typically dormant and yellow from the last week of October through March. It will typically green back up towards the beginning of April and stay green through most of October. Weather and soil temperatures will affect the exact dates.

Can I wear metal spikes, boots, high heels, etc.?

We are a soft spike golf shoe facility; you may also wear tennis shoes.

We have five players. Can we all play together?

We allow a maximum of four players per group. You may have three players in one group and two in another.

Can I bring my own alcoholic beverages?

Outside alcoholic beverages are not allowed, but we offer beverages for purchase at the pro shop.