Things to do on site at Big Cypress Lodge
On-site at Big Cypress Lodge you can ride the Sky High Ride to the Pyramid’s glass observation deck, eat and drink at several restaurants and bars (including The Lookout at the Pyramid and Wahlburgers Wild), and use on-site entertainment like a 13-lane bowling alley and archery range. The property also offers a 24-hour fitness center, Big Cypress Spa by Gould’s (appointments recommended), daily aquarium fish feedings, and terrace spaces with river and downtown views.
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Lobby, common spaces, and atmosphere
The hotel’s public area sits inside the Bass Pro Shops Pyramid and is designed to feel like a rustic hunting lodge with a large atrium, exposed beams, and hunting-lodge styling. The Den Bar & Lounge is a third-floor lounge with a fireplace, antler chandeliers, and seating that looks down into the indoor swamp and retail level.
Guests have 24-hour access to the hotel with their room key, even when parts of the Pyramid close for the day. The property’s retail areas, aquarium, and central atrium are useful places to orient yourself when arriving or exploring the building.
- 24-hour lobby and 24-hour room-key access
- Views into the indoor cypress swamp and retail level
- The Den Bar & Lounge overlooks the swamp environment
| Feature | Note |
|---|---|
| Atrium/atrium tower | Large rustic atrium with balcony viewpoints |
| Retail access | Direct connection to Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid |
| Aquarium | Daily fish feedings in the retail aquarium |
Dining and bars on site
You have multiple on-site dining options at Big Cypress Lodge. The Lookout at the Pyramid is the top-level restaurant and bar accessed via the Sky High Ride; it serves an American/steakhouse-style menu for lunch and dinner and takes reservations.
Wahlburgers Wild is on the main floor and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a wilderness-inspired menu; The Fishbowl is an island-themed bar that overlooks the bowling alley and serves Wahlburgers menu items. Mississippi Terrace is an outdoor third-floor patio and bar with fire pits and river/downtown views; terrace access is generally available to hotel guests and the Terrace Bar has seasonal hours.
- The Lookout at the Pyramid — Lunch & Dinner (Mon–Sat 11AM–9PM; Sun 11AM–8PM)
- Wahlburgers Wild — Breakfast daily 7AM–10AM; main hours Mon–Sat 9AM–9PM; Sun 10AM–7PM
- The Fishbowl — Bar hours Mon–Sat 11AM–9PM; Sun 11AM–7PM (bowling open similar daytime hours)
- Mississippi Terrace — outdoor bar with fire pits; bar hours vary seasonally
| Venue | Primary offering | Typical hours (from property info) |
|---|---|---|
| The Lookout at the Pyramid | American/steakhouse dining and drinks | Mon–Sat 11AM–9PM; Sun 11AM–8PM |
| Wahlburgers Wild | Casual meals and breakfast | Breakfast 7AM–10AM; Mon–Sat 9AM–9PM; Sun 10AM–7PM |
| The Fishbowl | Bar overlooking bowling alley; sports on TVs | Mon–Sat 11AM–9PM; Sun 11AM–7PM |
Activities and entertainment without leaving the Pyramid
You can spend a full day on site: guests get complimentary Sky High Ride tickets (the glass elevator to the Pyramid’s observation deck), there is a 13-lane ocean-themed bowling alley, and an on-site archery range. The Bass Pro Shops retail complex inside the Pyramid includes an aquarium with scheduled fish feedings.
Other indoor activities include shopping the large Bass Pro store, attending scheduled demonstrations or feedings at the aquarium, and using the business center and meeting spaces. Many of these attractions have posted hours; check the property desk or signage for current schedules.
- Sky High Ride (glass elevator) — complimentary tickets included with a stay; observation deck hours apply
- 13-lane bowling alley (The Fishbowl) — lane hours follow the bowling schedule; last lanes are sold one hour before close
- On-site archery — a hands-on indoor activity aligned with the lodge theme
- Retail shopping and aquarium with daily fish feedings
| Activity | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Sky High Ride | Glass elevator to observation deck; included with a room stay |
| Bowling (The Fishbowl) | 13 themed lanes; family-friendly entertainment |
| Archery | Indoor archery lanes and equipment available on site |
Spa, fitness, and wellness
Big Cypress Spa by Gould’s is the on-site spa located on the 2nd floor; treatments (massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, and men's services) carry an additional cost and should be reserved in advance. The spa’s regular hours are Tuesday–Saturday 9:00AM–5:00PM and Sunday 10:00AM–5:00PM; Monday is closed, and there is an appointment-only evening slot Tuesday–Saturday 5:00PM–7:00PM.
A 24-hour fitness center on level three is included with the room stay at no extra charge. If you plan treatments, confirm the spa’s current availability before you arrive — some guest reports note periods when the spa was not operating.
- Big Cypress Spa by Gould’s — Fl 2; book treatments in advance
- Spa hours: Tue–Sat 9AM–5PM (plus 5PM–7PM by appointment); Sun 10AM–5PM; closed Mon
- 24-hour fitness center — located on level three; included with your stay
| Wellness option | Key detail |
|---|---|
| Spa treatments | Extra cost; appointment recommended |
| Fitness center | Open 24 hours; included with stay |
| Observation | Confirm spa availability before booking a treatment |
Rooms, views, and family details
Big Cypress Lodge has a variety of themed rooms. Room types include Interior Room, Duck Cabin, Exterior Room, Fly Fishing Lodge, Terrace Room, Terrace Suite, and Treehouse Room. Many rooms have screened porches or balconies that face either the indoor cypress swamp or downtown/Mississippi River views.
The property welcomes children of all ages (children 13 and older are charged as adults), but the lead guest checking in must be 21 or older. Pets: the hotel permits up to two dogs per room for an additional per-stay fee; service animals are allowed at no extra charge.
- Room types (listed exactly): Interior Room; Duck Cabin; Exterior Room; Fly Fishing Lodge; Terrace Room; Terrace Suite; Treehouse Room
- Many rooms offer screened-in porches overlooking the indoor swamp or balconies with river/downtown views
- Children welcome; lead guest at check-in must be 21+
- Pets: two dogs per room allowed for a fee; service animals permitted
| Room name | Typical bed options (property lists) |
|---|---|
| Interior Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Duck Cabin | 1 King Bed |
| Terrace Suite | 1 King Bed |
Meetings, events and the Mississippi Terrace
Big Cypress Lodge offers multiple event spaces for small meetings up to larger receptions. Options include the Ducks Unlimited Gallery, the Flyway Room, the Delta Room, Gator Room, Cattail Boardroom, and the Mississippi Terrace outdoor space.
Mississippi Terrace is a third-floor outdoor patio with oversized furniture, two fire pits, a stage area for live music, and river/downtown views; the Terrace Bar operates on seasonal hours and terrace access is generally available to hotel guests on most evenings.
- Ducks Unlimited Gallery — a meeting/reception space; can be combined with other spaces for larger groups
- Cattail Boardroom — a small boardroom seating up to 10
- Mississippi Terrace — outdoor venue with fire pits and a full bar (used for private events and hotel guest use)
| Venue | Notable detail |
|---|---|
| Ducks Unlimited Gallery | Ballroom-style, flexible layout |
| Cattail Boardroom | Handcrafted table; seats up to 10 |
| Mississippi Terrace | Outdoor terrace with fire pits and river views |
Practical on-site info: check-in, parking, shuttle, and policies
Standard check-in begins at 4:00 PM; early check-in before 4:00 PM may be available for a fee and is subject to room availability. Check-out is at 11:00 AM; late check-out fees apply unless pre-approved. A $100 authorization hold is placed on the guest’s account at check-in.
All overnight guests who park at The Pyramid are charged a required parking fee per night that covers either valet or self-parking; the property recommends valet service, which uses a gated lot with 24-hour video surveillance. The hotel offers a complimentary on-demand downtown shuttle (confirm current hours via the property or shuttle app).
- Check-in: 4:00 PM; early check-in may be available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Check-out: 11:00 AM; standard late check-out fees apply if not pre-approved
- A $100 authorization hold is placed at check-in
- Parking: required nightly parking fee applies for overnight guests (valet recommended)
- Complimentary on-demand shuttle to downtown (request via the shuttle app)
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Check-in / Check-out | Check-in 4PM; check-out 11AM; early/late options available for fees |
| Parking | Required per-night parking fee for overnight guests; valet recommended |
| Shuttle | Complimentary on-demand downtown shuttle; confirm hours |
