Wilderness Lodge Resort

Alison Tsacoumangos

Wilderness Lodge is our family's "happy place." We've been many times, and will continue to make an annual trip a family tradition. The staff is so kind and caring, the food is amazing, the cabins are cute and cozy, the pool and hot tub are so fun, and the rocky beach on the river is a blast. We would recommend this wonderful place to anyone looking for a fun, relaxing getaway.

Elissa Stock

I can’t say in words how much we enjoyed our stay. The cabins are beautiful, clean and comfy. The screened porches are heaven. The food is so amazing. The staff make you feel welcome, and are so accommodating. The river space is beautiful and a bonus and a an awesome salt water pool. Can’t wait to return.

Deborah Hargrove

I visited The Wilderness Lodge in Lesterville, MO with my extended family. We had a total of 60 people in our reservation and family members from age 1-92! Becky and her staff were more than accommodating from the time I booked our cabins to check out! Accommodations- cabins were spacious and quaint. They are situated around the main area and further up the hills. The screened in porches were a crowd favorite. They were decorated nicely, were supper cool (AC wise), and were clean. I’d make sure to bring utensils and cups and paper towels for the room, though. Food- I’d give it 10 stars ⭐️. We had 60 ppl and multiple duet restrictions including a few vegans. We are LOVED the food. Biscuits and gravy was the winner amongst many of us. The portion sizes were right on and if we wanted more we got it! They thought about the kids dinners as well. The wait staff was so kind and never appeared frustrated or bothered by our group even though I’m sure we were needy most evenings. Staff- can’t say enough about the staff! They all were available for whatever we needed and went out if their way to help us. They made sure we were happy and were so helpful with the 23 kids we had. Crafts near the dinning area and cereal and fruit in the morning. They handled special kid requests without any complaints. Amenities- so much to do!!! My 8, 6, and 4 year old were safe hanging out in the rec room, main, lodge, or playground with out me always being right there with them. The kids wandered around and there was enough meeting places that our large crowd didn’t feel cramped but we could all be together in the dining room and rec room. The pool is smaller but with the multi layered deck there was plenty of room. Part of our group floated one day and the other went to Elephant Rock State Park. We all left so happy to have had our reunion together at The Wildness Lodge! It’s truly a hidden gem.

Barbara Chappuis

Quiet, peaceful and cabins are very nice. The beds are super comfortable! Everyone was helpful and friendly. If you want to unwind and unplug, this is the place! Exceeded my expectations.