How to Enjoy Things To Do and Attractions Near Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri

Springtime and early summer at the Lake of the Ozarks located in Central Missouri is a spectacular site as the dogwoods and redbuds bloom.

Difficulty: Moderate

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   Beautiful

   The region of the lake covers more than 54,000 acres and the shoreline is 1,150 miles, which is larger than the state of California. It is indeed quite impressive. The temperature is around 60 degrees in spring and in the mid to upper 90 degrees in the summer.

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   Houseboat

   HOUSEBOATS
   
   If you decide that, you want to be on Osage Beach one night and Sunrise Beach the next a houseboat may be your thing. Houseboat sizes vary with rental companies. The average sizes are 56 foot, 59 foot and 65 foot. Enjoy a lovely starlit evening while in the comfort of your own home away from home.
   
   If renting a houseboat is not your cup of tea, you may be interested in taking a Tropic Island Cruise. Enjoy a luxury experience aboard a 150-passenger yacht. See tropicislandcruises.com for more information. There is also a scenic or dinner cruise to choose with celebrationlakeozark.com. Do not pass up their scrumptious meals.

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   Campground

   CAMPING
   
   Lake of the Ozarks State Park is Missouri's largest state park and has a 17,300-acre playground! You can camp in your tent, a yurt, an outpost cabins or your RV. The campground is located near the amphitheatre, beach, and marina. Just down the road are riding stables.

4. 
   Horseback Riding

   HORSEBACK RIDING
   
   There is plenty of horse riding options at Lake of the Ozarks with many stables available. Choose from morning rides, lunch rides while stopping for a picnic by a beautiful pond or a ride at sunset through romantic meadows.

5. 
   Bridal Cave

   CAVE EXPLORING
   
   Bridal Cave is known for its natural chapel and has had more than 13,000 marriages performed there. It is located in Camdenton, Missouri, on the shoreline of the Lake of the Ozarks. The land by the cavern has unique geological features, and it has great, colorful onyx formations. Be sure to check out the caves underground lakes.

6. 
   Beetle Bailey Statue

   QUIRKY ATTRACTIONS NEARBY
   
   Beetle Bailey Statue. Beetle Bailey sits with a beer in hand! Located in Columbia, Missouri, 54 miles from Lake Ozark.

7. 
   Jim The Wonder Dog

   Jim the Wonder Dog Memorial Park. The memorial is all about Jim the Wonder Dog, who could predict the future. Located in Marshall, Missouri, 73 miles from Lake Ozark.

8. 
   Stubby Stonehenge

   Stubby Stonehenge. These replica Stonehenge's are vast along the United States vacation landscape. Stubby Stonehenge is the only one that declares to be useful as a clock! Located in Rolla, Missouri, 49 miles from Lake Ozark.

9. Whether it is spring, summer or winter you are sure to find an activity just to fit your budget and individual ambition. Be sure to check out the very cool outdoors and attractions at the Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri.

[michaelmulvania]

on 10/9/2009 It's a great area, I used to visit when i was a kid.

[onlyhoney4u]

on 10/16/2008 Great article 5 Stars*****

[Heart-C]

on 8/7/2008 The first picture of the lake itself, with trees in autumn mode, is enough for an invitation already! 5 *

[kaseysviewblog]

on 7/14/2008 Sounds fun, I'm going to add this to my favorites.

[missnice104]

on 7/9/2008 This article makes me want to go on a vacation very soon!! I had no idea that you could do cruises. I haven't been on vacation all year and this sounds like a great idea!! Thanks so much for a great article!